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Lamet started Tuesday's 2-1 loss to San Diego and tossed two scoreless innings while allowing four hits.

Making only his second start of 2021, Lamet was on a pitch count and finished the game with 30 pitches. It was far from a clean outing, as he allowed two hits in each inning, and Alden Gonzalez of ESPN noted that Lamet's velocity ranged from 90-97 mph in his return from a bout with forearm tightness. His outlook remains clouded by the injury, but the fact that there were no reports of a setback suggests Lamet emerged from Tuesday's outing feeling fine.

Coonrod allowed two hits and struck out one across 1.2 innings to earn the save Tuesday against the Brewers.

The Phillies were faced with a depleted bullpen Tuesday, as Jose Alvarado was serving a suspension and Hector Neris was likely unavailable after throwing 1.2 frames a day earlier. That left Coonrod in the closer role, and he managed his second save of the season. Though both Neris and Alvarado figure to earn save chances ahead of Coonrod, his usage as the closer in their absence early on this season is worth noting.

Cleavinger (0-1) only lasted one-third of an inning in Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs. He allowed one hit and the game-winning run (unearned).

Cleavinger was the latest victim of the rule that begins every extra frame with a runner at second, as Kris Bryant moved to third following a groundout from Anthony Rizzo and then scored on an RBI single by David Bote. Under normal conditions, that would have been a runner on first with one out. Cleavinger has made four appearances so far this season, allowing two runs (one earned) while posting a 4:2 K:BB across 3.1 innings of work.

Thompson didn't factor into the decision during Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Dodgers. He gave up two hits with two walks and struck out two across 3.2 scoreless innings.

Making the first big-league start of his career, Thompson was in control on the mound despite facing one of the best offenses in the National League. After the doubleheader, the Cubs' upcoming schedule will allow the team to get by with a four-man rotation until at least May 18, so Thompson will most likely be returned to Triple-A Iowa following his start.

Alexander was unavailable for Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs due to unspecified soreness, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

The 31-year-old likely would have pitched Tuesday if available, but Garrett Cleavinger ended up being the lefty called upon to close out Game 2. Alexander should be considered day-to-day, but a trip to the injured list could be in the cards if he can't be cleared soon, as the Dodgers utilized eight relievers during the twin bill.

Castro won't start Tuesday at St. Louis since the game was postponed due to inclement weather, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

The 26-year-old was set to start a bullpen game after Jacob deGrom (lat) was a late scratch, but the game ended up being postponed. Castro may not end up receiving a starting opportunity, as the Mets will have some extra time to square away their pitching staff. The game will be made up via a doubleheader Wednesday with Marcus Stroman starting the matinee, while the starter for the nightcap remains up in the air.

Yamamoto was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

The 24-year-old was set to start Opening Day at Triple-A on Tuesday, but he'll instead join the Mets after Jacob deGrom (lat) was scratched from his start. Miguel Castro will start what's expected to be a bullpen game, and Yamamoto is a likely candidate to cover some innings.

Hicks' elbow inflammation is expected to keep him out for at least four weeks, Rob Rains of StLSportsPage.com reports.

Hicks left his outing Saturday against the Pirates with the injury. His removal was originally called precautionary, but he'll now be out until at least early June. Hicks had only thrown 10 innings since returning from Tommy John surgery, a procedure he underwent back in June of 2019, so the Cardinals have every reason to be cautious with the young fireballer. He had yet to work his way into a high-leverage role, so his absence won't significantly change the team's bullpen hierarchy.

De Los Santos' contract was selected by the Phillies on Tuesday.

De Los Santos was designated for assignment back in August and went unclaimed on waivers. He's since seen his velocity jump a few ticks, which could make him a useful enough bullpen piece for the Phillies. That said, he'll have to do better than his career 5.70 ERA in 30 MLB innings if he's to stick around. Cristopher Sanchez was optioned in a corresponding move.

Bender's contract was selected by the Marlins on Tuesday.

Bender has yet to pitch above Double-A and has only thrown 5.2 innings at that level. He looked quite good in 36.1 minor-league innings (ranging from Low-A to Double-A) in the Brewers' system in 2019, finishing with a 1.49 ERA and 1.10 WHIP. Paul Campbell (suspension) landed on the restricted list in a corresponding move.