MLB Player News

Lawrence was recalled from Triple-A Tacoma on Tuesday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Lawrence will take the roster spot of Erasmo Ramirez (undisclosed), who was sent to the disabled list in a corresponding move. It's unclear if Lawrence will assume a long-relief role with the Mariners -- as he did during his first stint with the big club earlier in the season -- or if he'll be used as a replacement for Ramirez in the rotation. He's started in his past two appearances with the Rainiers.

Martin (forearm) played catch Tuesday and is optimistic that he won't require a trip to the disabled list, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Forearm injuries are never something to scoff at, though the team noted that Martin is showing significant improvement. It doesn't sound like he'll be available Tuesday evening, but a return in the next couple days seems feasible.

Rodriguez (elbow) will begin a rehabilitation assignment at Double-A Frisco on Tuesday, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Rodriguez has been dealing with inflammation in his elbow since spring training, which eventually landed him on the 60-day disabled list. The Rangers' bullpen ranks sixth in innings pitched (107.0) and 20th in ERA (4.46), so there could be a need for Rodriguez, who got a taste of the majors last season, when he's ready to come of the DL. He's not eligible to be activated until later in May.

Giles struck out the side for his third save Monday against the Yankees.

Giles has been sharp all season long, but the Astros have yet to hand him many save opportunities -- he has converted all three. The surprise with Giles, typically one of the nastiest relievers in the league, is that this is his first appearance with multiple strikeouts, and he has just seven now in 10 innings pitched. Giles managed 195 strikeouts over just 128.1 innings in his first two seasons with the Astros. Apart from the reduced total of strikeouts, it looks like he's earned the confidence of manager A.J. Hinch again. Giles has recorded eight consecutive scoreless outings and retired 21 straight batters.

Alvarado worked around a hit and a walk while recording the final two outs of Monday's win over the Tigers to notch his first save of the season.

Alex Colome had pitched three of the last four days, so it was Alvarado who got the call after Chaz Roe loaded the bases with one out in the ninth. The lefty actually allowed two inherited runners to score, but he was able to close out the frame and preserve the win. Alvarado's first career save wasn't the result of his best work, but he still has a 2.57 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP on the season. Colome has struggled mightily at times this season and could perhaps cede some save opportunities to Alvarado in the future if the matchup calls for his skill set.

Martin left Monday's game against the Indians with forearm cramps, Levi Weaver of The Athletic Dallas reports.

Martin exited the game with the team trainer after surrendering the lead Monday, but it doesn't appear overly serious. He'll be listed as day-to-day and shouldn't be required to miss significant time.

Martin exited Monday's game against the Indians with an undisclosed injury, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Martin received a visit from the team trainer following a Jose Ramirez double and left the game immediately after. He gave up four runs on four hits across 0.2 innings before walking off the field. It's unclear if Martin's injury is overly serious, but more news on his status should surface following Monday's game.

VerHagen will join the rotation in Triple-A Toledo, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

VerHagen has made 73 career major-league appearances, just three of them starts. He started 19 games for Toledo last season and will start there again for the time being. The Tigers aren't particularly deep in their rotation, but VerHagen's career 5.04 ERA hardly makes him an enticing candidate for a starting role.

Norris was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a strained left groin.

Norris suffered the injury during Sunday's loss to the Orioles. He's battled groin injuries in 2017 as well. The 25-year-old struggled to a 5.87 ERA in his first 15.1 innings for the Tigers this year. Chad Bell was called up to take his place on the roster.

Leclerc was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock on Monday.

Leclerc was called up to replace Martin Perez, who was placed on the disabled list with elbow discomfort. It will be Leclerc's third stint in the Rangers' bullpen so far this season. He's yet to give up a run in 6.2 innings, striking out six batters while walking three.