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  • Getting additional opinions
    Nelson is receiving additional opinions on his injured left shoulder before the Diamondbacks decide the next steps to take, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

    Advice: Nelson landed on the injured list nearly a week ago with what was deemed left shoulder inflammation at the time, but it sounds like he might be dealing with something more serious. More information on his status could be available later this week. Rotowire.com 6 minutes ago
    Kyle NelsonAZ - RP
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  • Starting throwing program
    Frias (shoulder) will begin a throwing program this week, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

    Advice: Frias has been on the shelf for nearly two weeks with right shoulder inflammation but appears to be progressing. He had been optioned before that was rescinded and he was placed on the injured list, so the righty could be headed to Triple-A Reno rather than the majors once he's healthy. Rotowire.com 9 minutes ago
    Luis FríasAZ - RP
    6:40 pm vs LAD
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  • Kyle Nelson (shoulder) visits with doctor
    Kyle Nelson (shoulder) visited Dr. Gregory Pearl for a consultation.

    Advice: If Pearl’s name sounds familiar, he’s well-known for being one of the leading surgeons that perform operations for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. The right-hander has been on the injured list since Tuesday with shoulder inflammation, and the consultation will likely determine whether or not Nelson needs to have an operation performed. Rotoworld 9 minutes ago
    Kyle NelsonAZ - RP
    6:40 pm vs LAD
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  • Set to start throwing program
    Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Monday that Castro (shoulder) will begin his throwing program this week, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

    Advice: Castro landed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday -- retroactive to April 21 -- due to right shoulder inflammation. He posted a 5.19 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 8.2 innings prior to being placed on IL. The 29-year-old right-hander is eligible to be activated May 6, but he could stay on the IL past that date depending on how he progresses in his throwing program. Rotowire.com 12 minutes ago
     
  • Nearing mound work
    Middleton (forearm) could throw a bullpen session later this week, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

    Advice: Middleton recently did some long-tossing without issue and is almost ready to throw from a mound for the first time since going down with a right forearm strain in mid-March. Because he's missed so much time, the veteran reliever would figure to need multiple rehab appearances, once he's cleared for game action. Rotowire.com 27 minutes ago
    Keynan MiddletonSTL - RP
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  • Faces live hitters Saturday
    Kahnle (shoulder) threw 15 pitches against live hitters Saturday, Max Goodman of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.

    Advice: Kahnle began throwing bullpens April 12, and he has now progressed to live throwing sessions. The right-hander is expected to face live hitters again early this week, and he could go on a minor-league rehab assignment soon thereafter. Rotowire.com 55 minutes ago
     
  • In line to be activated Tuesday
    Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said that Duran (oblique) will likely be activated from the 15-day injured list Tuesday, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Advice: Duran has rejoined the Twins in Chicago following a pair of minor-league rehab appearances. While he won't be activated prior to Monday's series opener versus the White Sox, Duran looks like he just needed one additional day of recovery after making his most recent rehab appearance Saturday. Baldelli didn't say whether Duran would immediately regain his closer job or be eased back in upon his reinstatement, but fantasy managers should probably go ahead and activate the hard thrower for this week so as not to miss out on any potential saves he might net. Rotowire.com Today, 2:46 pm
     
  • Back down to minors
    Following Sunday's loss to the Twins, the Angels optioned Kristofak to Triple-A Salt Lake.

    Advice: Kristofak closed out the last two innings of Sunday's game, allowing two runs on three hits and three walks while striking out two batters. The right-hander will head back down to Triple-A, where he has appeared in six games and has posted a 3.38 ERA and 1.32 WHIP over 18.2 frames. The move corresponds with right-hander Davis Daniel being recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday. Rotowire.com Today, 2:46 pm
     
  • Jhoan Duran (oblique) could return Tuesday for MIN
    Jhoan Duran (oblique) is with the Twins in Chicago and could be activated off the injured list Tuesday.

    Advice: Duran has missed all of 2024 because of his oblique injury, but he’s been able to make rehab appearances, and if everything goes well, the 26-year-old will be a welcome addition to the Minnesota bullpen. Once active, it seems likely Duran will see the majority of save chances. Rotoworld Today, 2:43 pm