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Last winter’s Rule 5 draft saw 15 players selected, with some making their major league debuts after impressing in Spring Training. Notable performances include Shane Smith (White Sox) securing a rotation spot with a 2.04 ERA, Liam Hicks (Marlins) serving as backup catcher, and Gage Workman (Cubs) making the Opening Day roster despite limited playing time. Other players like Angel Bastardo (Blue Jays) and Nate Lavender (Rays) are currently on the injured list, while several...

Mets outfielder Jose Siri will be placed on the injured list following an MRI that confirmed a fractured tibia. He has been experiencing significant pain since sustaining a left shin contusion from a foul ball during his at-bat in the second inning of Saturday’s game against the Athletics. Although the Mets are uncertain about the duration of his absence, manager Carlos Mendoza indicated that it will be "a while." Full Article

Los Angeles Dodgers veteran pitcher Clayton Kershaw, a 37-year-old left-hander, is set to make his first rehab start of the season on Wednesday for Triple-A Oklahoma City. He has been on the 60-day injured list while recovering from offseason surgeries. This marks a significant step in his return to the mound after a lengthy rehabilitation process. Full Article

Kris Bryant's seven-year contract with the Colorado Rockies has been plagued by injuries, with the latest being lumbar degenerative disc disease. The team has placed him on the 10-day injured list with no timetable for his return. Bryant has missed significant time in previous seasons due to back strains, and his performance has been underwhelming. This is Year 4 of his $182 million contract, and he has struggled to produce at Coors Field. Bryant, 33,...

The San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies are set to begin a four-game series with the Giants off to an 11-4 start and the Phillies at 9-6. San Francisco has the second-best record in baseball, while Philadelphia has struggled recently. The Giants are starting Landen Roupp, who has been impressive on the mound, while the Phillies are starting Taijuan Walker, who has had a strong start to the season. The Phillies are slight favorites in...