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  • Collects save No. 2
    Lawrence earned a save against the Padres on Thursday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning of work.

    Advice: Lawrence notched his first save of the season Tuesday in his ninth appearance of the campaign, and it didn't take him long to build upon that with another save two days later. After giving up five runs (four earned) in his second outing of the season April 5, the right-hander has yielded just two earned runs over eight outings covering 8.1 frames since. Given that he's logged back-to-back saves for Colorado and has two of the three saves overall on the campaign for the club, Lawrence appears to be strengthening his hold on the team's primary closer role. Rotowire.com 8 minutes ago
  • Another strong start
    Castill0 (2-4) picked up the win Thursday, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks over six innings against the Rangers. He struck out six.

    Advice: Castillo had issues keeping the ball inside the park Thursday, allowing solo home runs to Nathaniel Lowe and Josh Smith in the first and fourth innings, respectively. He's now allowed a long ball in four of his six starts this season but has churned out three straight quality starts. During that stretch, Castillo owns a 1.89 ERA and a 24:3 K:BB across 19.0 innings. Rotowire.com 11 minutes ago
  • Roughed up but avoids loss
    Hudson pitched 3.1 innings, allowing six runs on six hits and four walks while striking out four batters in a no-decision against San Diego on Thursday.

    Advice: Three of the six hits Hudson gave up went for extra-bases, including a two-run homer by Ha-Seong Kim in the third inning. The right-handed hurler didn't help his cause in issuing four free passes, and he's had control issues of late with 12 walks over his past 13.1 frames. Despite the messy stat line, Hudson managed to avoid taking the loss in a game he started for the first time this season as a result of a late Rockies rally. However, Hudson's season ERA now sits at 6.57, making him an undesirable arm in almost all fantasy formats. Rotowire.com 15 minutes ago
    Dakota HudsonCOL - SP,RP
    W, 10-9 vs SD
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  • Scoreless streak continues
    Stewart allowed one hit and one walk while striking out two over a scoreless inning in Thursday's 6-3 victory over the White Sox.

    Advice: Stewart has thrown 11.1 scoreless innings to begin the season with a 15:6 K:BB ratio. He hasn't finished any games or had any save chances with Jhoan Duran injured as he's been used primarily in the eighth inning. However, he's amassed six holds. Rotowire.com 15 minutes ago
  • One out shy of quality start
    Assad didn't factor into the decision Thursday, allowing one run on four hits and a walk over 5.2 innings against the Astros. He struck out five.

    Advice: Although Assad was only at 85 pitches, he was pulled one out before becoming eligible for the quality start after allowing a pair of baserunners. Although Assad has only completed six innings once in five starts, he boasts a 2.00 ERA and a 26:9 K:BB with a 2-0 record. He's tentatively scheduled for a start against the Mets on Tuesday. Rotowire.com 16 minutes ago
    Javier AssadCHC - SP,RP
    W, 3-1 vs HOU
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  • Claims another save
    Neris picked up the save Thursday against Houston, allowing two walks and no hits over a scoreless inning. He didn't log a strikeout.

    Advice: Neris converted on his third save of the last five days and appears to have a firm hold on the Cubs' closing job, replacing Adbert Alzolay. However, Neris's walk issues persisted, handing out two free passes to bring his season total to nine in nine innings. His lack of control has been uncharacteristic, as Neris combined for just 48 walks in 141 appearances during two seasons with the Astros. Rotowire.com 21 minutes ago
  • Homers in win
    Miranda went 2-for-4 with a home run, one RBI and one run scored in Thursday's 6-3 win over the White Sox.

    Advice: Miranda hasn't been able to get on base so far since getting called up as he was hitting just .200 (7-for-35) with just one walk in 13 games before Thursday. He'll need to keep on a roll to get regular time at third base. However, Kyle Farmer is slumping even worse with a .297 OPS as the Twins struggle to find production at third base in the absence of Royce Lewis. Rotowire.com 22 minutes ago
    Jose MirandaMIN - 3B
    W, 6-3 vs CWS
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  • Launches first-career homer
    Crow-Armstrong went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Thursday's 3-1 win over the Astros.

    Advice: Crow-Armstrong went yard in his third at-bat of 2024, tagging Bryan Abreu for a two-run shot in the sixth inning as his first career long ball. One of the top prospects in the Cubs system, Crow-Armstrong failed to collect a hit in 19 plate appearances a season ago and will look to fare better during his MLB stay while Cody Bellinger (ribs) is sidelined. Rotowire.com 27 minutes ago
  • Belts two homers in win
    Julien went 2-for-4 with two homers, two RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's win over the White Sox.

    Advice: Julien has shown good power early in the season with seven home runs and a .513 SLG. He's hitting just .213, however, as he needs to reduce his 33.3% K% and make more contact. Rotowire.com 29 minutes ago