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The Dodgers signed Giles to a minor-league contract Saturday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.

Giles held a showcase May 11 for teams, and the Dodgers must have liked what they saw enough to give the right-hander a chance. Giles is not far removed from being one of the best closers in baseball, but he's missed significant time over the past few seasons due to a variety of arm injuries. Los Angeles will have to add Giles to the 40-man roster in order to have him join the club, but if he pitches well in the minors he could be an option for the Dodgers this summer.

Hudson (neck) was activated from Triple-A Memphis' injured list on Saturday ahead of his scheduled start Sunday.

Hudson's been out for a month with neck discomfort. The right-hander struggled to a 5.40 ERA and 1.99 WHIP over his first four starts with Memphis this season. He won't be in consideration for the Cardinals' big-league rotation until he can get his performance back on track.

Cyr pitched a perfect inning, striking out one batter against St. Louis on Friday.

Cyr's first appearance as a Dodger came in the ninth inning with his team up 5-0. The right-hander retired the side in order on just 12 pitches, with his first out being a punchout of Nolan Arenado. Cyr pitched well in stints with Oakland and Philadelphia last season and could stick around in Los Angeles' bullpen, though he'll likely work in low-leverage situations for the time being.

Marte was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.

Marte made the Phillies' Opening Day roster but is already on his fourth separate stint with the team this season. He's given up 10 earned runs in five MLB innings this year while posting a 6:6 K:BB, but his 3.38 ERA and 16:3 K:BB in 10.2 Triple-A frames suggests that he should be able to handle low-leverage innings in the majors. Erich Uelmen was optioned in a corresponding move.

Alexander (4-0) walked one without allowing a hit or a run in two-thirds of an inning to earn the win Friday over the Marlins.

The left-hander inherited a runner on second base with one out when he relieved Anthony DeSclafani in the sixth inning. Alexander then walked Joey Wendle but retired the next two batters to end the threat with the Giants down 2-1, and they rallied ahead with a three-run inning to put Alexander in line for the victory. With one run allowed over his last 6.1 innings, the 33-year-old is emerging as a sort of fireman in the San Francisco bullpen. He has a 4.96 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 9:4 K:BB across 16.1 innings but has also picked up four holds and appears to have the trust of manager Gabe Kapler in a variety of situations. Alexander is unlikely to compete for saves.

Mantiply (hamstring) will throw off flat ground Saturday, the Arizona Republic reports.

This will mark Mantiply's first activity since being placed on the injured list May 9 with a strained right hamstring.

Rogers picked up the save Friday against the Marlins. He struck out two over 1.1 perfect innings.

Rogers has allowed just one run over eight innings pitched this month. In fact, four of the right-hander's six total runs allowed this year came in the same series against the Padres in late April. He's been quite effective against the rest of the league, as evidenced by his 2.31 ERA and 0.99 WHIP. Closer Camilo Doval pitched three of the previous four days and should remain San Francisco's top option for saves.

Chavez will start Saturday's game against the Mariners, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

Chavez will act as an opener in what will be a bullpen day for Atlanta. The veteran right-hander will not go deep enough to qualify for a win and he shouldn't be streamed for fantasy purposes.

Puk (elbow) has upped his throwing distance to 90 feet, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.

The left-hander was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday with left elbow nerve irritation, but the fact he's already resumed throwing is a positive sign. Puk could be back as the Miami closer before the end of May.

Underwood left Friday's game against the Diamondbacks with right forearm tightness, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Underwood allowed two earned runs before leaving in the seventh inning while getting just one out. Yohan Ramirez has taken over on the mound for Underwood against the Diamondbacks.