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The Dodgers are set to add outfielder Eddie Rosario to their roster, replacing designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, who is going on the paternity list. To accommodate Rosario, right-hander Edgardo Henriquez will be placed on the 60-day injured list. Rosario, who has performed well in Triple-A with a .339 average, will have a short stint while Ohtani is away, but his past streaky performance raises questions about his long-term role on the team. Full Article

As of early in the MLB season, several players in the National League East are overperforming and may regress. Notable mentions include the Atlanta Braves' Nick Allen, who is batting .306 with four stolen bases; Miami Marlins' Matt Mervis, who has six home runs but lacks extra-base hits; New York Mets' Griffin Canning, with a 3.43 ERA; Philadelphia Phillies' Edmundo Sosa, slashing .414/.438/.552; and Washington Nationals' Mitchell Parker, boasting a 1.85 ERA, though his success...

The Rays selected outfielder Chandler Simpson's contract as Richie Palacios heads to the injured list with a knee sprain, while Alex Faedo is moved to the 60-day IL. Simpson, 24, is a notable prospect due to his impressive base-stealing skills, having stolen 81 bases in 2023 and 104 in 2022, with a solid .324/.389/.371 batting line. Despite mixed evaluations on his potential impact, Simpson's speed and ability to get on base could make him a...

This week’s column features callups Luke Keaschall (2B, Twins) and Caleb Durbin (INF, Brewers), both offering potential for steals. Keaschall, recovering from Tommy John surgery, has shown promise in the minors, batting .297 with 38 steals in 148 games, while Durbin impressed in the Arizona Fall League with .312 and 29 steals; however, he may struggle with power at the major league level. Additionally, Ranger Suárez (SP, Phillies) is nearing a return from injury, making...

Orioles right-hander Brandon Young is set to make his major league debut as a starter on Saturday after being added to the taxi squad and recalled from the 40-man roster. The 26-year-old, who went undrafted in 2020 and underwent Tommy John surgery that sidelined him for most of 2022 and 2023, has shown promise in the minors with a 3.57 ERA and a strikeout rate of 28.5%. Young's promotion comes amid a series of injuries...