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Kansas City, MO

Staumont was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday. Staumont is a surprising omission from the Opening Day roster. He pitched to a 1.13 ERA and 10:5 K:BB across eight innings during Cactus League play, though the walk issues are a carryover from 2022. Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports manager Matt Quatraro told Staumont that he needs to work on getting ahead in counts. It's expected he'll be with the big club again at some point in the season, though the Royals boast bullpen depth that has been lacking in recent years.

Royals' Josh Staumont: Misses Opening Day roster

Seattle, WA

The Mariners optioned Topa to Triple-A Tacoma on Monday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. Acquired from the Brewers in January, Topa had a so-so performance in his first camp with Seattle. The hard-throwing righty turned in a 2.25 ERA and struck out eight batters over eight frames in Cactus League play, but he issued three walks and allowed a .300 average to opposing batters. So long as he steers clear of the health issues that have derailed him the past two seasons, Topa should stand a decent chance of surfacing in Seattle's bullpen at some point in 2023.

Mariners' Justin Topa: Dispatched to minors

Pittsburgh, PA

The Pirates reassigned Maggi to minor-league camp Monday. Maggi had a very strong spring with the Pirates, batting .345 with three homers, nine RBI, eight runs and a stolen base over 29 at-bats in 24 contests. He'll likely return to Double-A Altoona Curve to start the 2023 campaign, but he appears likely to move up the ranks quickly this summer if he can stay hot at the plate.

Pirates' Drew Maggi: Returned to minors camp

Tampa, FL

Saint Petersburg, FL

The Rays optioned Chirinos to Triple-A Durham on Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Chirinos will open the season in the minors after losing out to Josh Fleming in the competition for the No. 5 spot in the Rays' rotation. After missing most of the past two seasons while recovering from August 2020 Tommy John surgery, Chirinos reported to camp without any limitations but wasn't able to solidify a rotation spot after logging a 6.57 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 10:6 K:BB across 12.1 Grapefruit League innings.

Rays' Yonny Chirinos: Headed to Triple-A

Saint Louis, MO

Thomas (illness) will return to the lineup Saturday versus Anaheim. Look for Thomas to return to a featured role following his one-game absence, centering the top line and No. 1 power-play unit against the Ducks. The 23-year-old pivot has racked up 16 goals and 60 points through 67 contests this campaign.

Blues' Robert Thomas: Back at it

Las Vegas, NV

David Benavidez and Caleb Plant will finally resolve their bad blood Saturday in a 12-round boxing main event between the star super middleweights. The WBC interim belt will be at stake in the headlining fight, which anchors the Showtime pay-per-view main Benavidez vs. Plant fight card (9 p.m. ET) from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Benavidez and Plant have been fierce rivals for years, and have come to blows during numerous public encounters. They were separated by handlers three times during a Tuesday news conference that nearly turned into a riot. The winner Saturday will get the interim title and the upper hand for higher-profile fights in the near future.

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Tennessee State

Boca Raton, FL

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New York City, NY

Lindgren (upper body) is day-to-day and won't play Saturday versus Florida, Colin Stephenson of Newsday reports. Lindgren also sat out Thursday's 2-1 win over Carolina following his return to the lineup Tuesday from an 11-game absence. He has produced 18 points, 70 shots on goal, 88 blocks and 64 hits in 58 contests this campaign. Ben Harpur is slated to play Saturday.

Rangers' Ryan Lindgren: Unavailable against Panthers

Buffalo, NY

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Minneapolis, MN

Garza posted 47 points (19-26 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 15 rebounds and two steals in 40 minutes during Saturday's 133-121 loss to Lakeland. Garza led all players in Saturday's game in scoring and rebounds while finishing three points shy of the 50-point mark in a double-double performance. Garza averaged 31.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.3 blocks in six G League contests this season.

Timberwolves' Luka Garza: Nears 50 points in double-double

Houston, TX

Buttrey was informed that he did not make the Astros' Opening Day roster Saturday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. Buttrey was with the team in camp on a minor-league deal, and he surrendered five earned runs across nine innings of work. He'll likely begin the season with Triple-A Sugar Land and could serve as depth out of Houston's bullpen at some point during the regular season.

Astros' Ty Buttrey: Doesn't make team

Lafreniere had a goal and an assist in Saturday's 4-3 win over Florida. Lafreniere took a cross-ice pass from defender Jacob Trouba and fooled Radko Gudas forehand-backhand before beating Sergei Bobrovsky late in the second. He had gone eight games without any points, dating back to March 9 in Montreal. And it was Lafreniere's first assist since Feb. 11, a span of 20 games. He has 15 goals and 19 assists in 72 games, which is a slight bump from last season's 31 points, including 19 goals. Lafreniere's growth has been slow, but don't give up on him in dynasty formats.

Rangers' Alexis Lafreniere: Snaps major droughts

Taylor was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday. Taylor, Josh Staumont and Richard Lovelady all fell short of making the Royals' Opening Day bullpen. After dealing with a back injury for all of 2022, Taylor will be focused on building up arm strength with Omaha to start the year, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Royals' Josh Taylor: Among roster cuts

Cincinnati, OH

Reds manager David Bell confirmed Monday that Votto (shoulder/biceps) will open the season on the 10-day injured list, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Though Votto made a push late in spring training to be ready to go for Opening Day, the Reds will ultimately give him more time to build up after he underwent surgery last August to repair a torn left rotator cuff and a torn left bicep. Votto hasn't hit any reported snags in his recovery since making his Cactus League debut March 12, so he should be ready to report to Triple-A Louisville to begin a rehab assignment Friday, according to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic. Tyler Stephenson and Wil Myers both made multiple starts at first base during Cactus League play and should serve as the primary replacements at the position until Votto is cleared to return from the IL.

Reds' Joey Votto: Ticketed for IL

Miami, FL

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Iowa State

Chicago, IL

Wick cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Iowa on Monday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. Wick appeared on track to make the Opening Day roster, but the Cubs had other plans. Even so, he'll be a candidate to emerge with the big-league squad later on in the season after posting a 4.22 ERA and 1.69 WHIP with a 69:29 K:BB over 64 innings a season ago.

Cubs' Rowan Wick: Outighted to Triple-A

Ray allowed a run over five innings in Saturday's Cactus League start against the Diamondbacks. Ray allowed just two hits in the outing, and he struck out five with one walk. The left-hander was sensational in his time this spring with a 1.06 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 26:6 K:BB ratio. The 2021 Cy Young winner is slotted to pitch behind Luis Castillo in the Seattle rotation, and he could be in for a strong 2023 campaign based on his results this spring.

Mariners' Robbie Ray: Ends Cactus League strong

Cleveland, OH

Mobley had 29 points (9-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and a block across 40 minutes in Friday's win over Motor City. Mobley stepped his game up when the Charge needed him the most, leading the team in scoring as Cleveland secured a playoff spot. Mobley certainly contributed to that outcome, as he ended the regular season averaging 21.0 points, 8.6 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game across 22 appearances.

Cavaliers' Isaiah Mobley: Scores 29 in regular-season finale

Memphis, TN

Morant is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Magic due to some soreness in his right thigh. It looks like Morant will be skipping the first leg of Memphis' upcoming Tuesday-Wednesday, back-to-back set, which will presumably result in another start for Tyus Jones and guys like Desmond Bane and Dillon Brooks should see an uptick in usage. Morant managers should check back closer to Tuesday's tip for official word on his status.

Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Doubtful Tuesday

Boston, MA

Kabengele registered 29 points (12-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 16 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 38 minutes Thursday against Westchester. Kabengele drilled an impressive 70.6 percent of his attempts from the field and led the team with 16 rebounds. He's been a force on the glass of late, tallying 13 or more boards in each of his last five matchups. Kabengele will finish the 2022-23 regular-season averaging 20.0 points, 10.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists over 27 appearances.

Celtics' Mfiondu Kabengele: Explodes for 29 points

Colorado State

Anaheim, CA

Terry (personal) won't play Monday against Colorado, Lisa Dillman of The Orange County Register reports. Terry left Saturday's 6-3 loss to St. Louis after the second period due to a personal matter. He has generated 21 goals, 56 points and 174 shots on net in 66 contests this campaign. Frank Vatrano (personal) will return to the lineup Monday.

Ducks' Troy Terry: Won't play Monday

Manager Oliver Marmol said Sunday that Carlson is likely to begin the season working as a utility outfielder and bench piece, John Denton of MLB.com reports. It appears the 24-year-old will be the odd man out to open the season with prospect Jordan Walker making St. Louis' Opening Day roster. Carlson should still see a fair amount of action between the three outfield spots and designated hitter, but it seems Walker, Tyler O'Neill and Lars Nootbaar will begin the campaign as the primary outfield options.

Cardinals' Dylan Carlson: More limited role on tap

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