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Neris allowed four runs on two hits, including a home run, in one inning against the Astros on Sunday. He struck out one and walked two.

Neris, who is competing for a bullpen job, has struggled this spring. He has an 8.53 ERA and a 10:5 K:BB ratio in 6.1 innings of work.

Maurer (illness) will likely have his next turn in the rotation skipped in favor of Drew Pomeranz, Dennis Lin of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

In the mix for a spot in the Padres' rotation, Maurer was lit up for 10 runs in 1.1 innings Friday, but it was revealed afterward that he pitched through a serious stomach bug. He's expected to miss a scheduled side session and may sit out his next spring nod, which could impact manager Andy Green's decision-making process in advance of Opening Day.

Edgin (elbow) will pitch in a minor league game Sunday, the NY Post reports.

Edgin is being eased back into action and is not expected to be ready to return from March 2015 Tommy John surgery until early May.

Johnson threw four scoreless innings against the Indians on Saturday.

Too little, too late. Johnson was officially cut from the big league roster Friday after a couple of poor appearances, but Saturday's performance reminded the brass that he still has a bright future. He should be one of the first options for a spot start this year if the Cubs have to pluck someone out of the minors for the honor.

Biddle was claimed by the Braves on Saturday, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

After being designated for assignment by the Pirates last week, Biddle was claimed off waivers by the Braves, who wanted to add a southpaw to their roster. The former first rounder has never advanced beyond Triple-A and underwent Tommy John surgery in October, meaning that Atlanta will have to be patient with him as he'll likely be on the shelf for the 2016 season. Still, if Biddle can tap into the talent that warranted a first-round selection in 2010, this could prove to be a savvy addition for the rebuilding Braves.

Moll was reassigned to minor league camp Friday, Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post reports.

Moll had a nice showing in major league camp, only allowing one run and striking out three in 3.1 innings. He'll head back to Double-A Hartford to get more experience against upper-level hitters.

Estevez was reassigned to minor league camp Friday, Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post reports.

Estevez had a rough spring with the major league club, so he'll head back to the minors to get more work against competition at his level. It's unclear whether he'll head to Double-A Hartford or Triple-A Albuquerque, but either way, he'll look to continue his high-strikeout/low-walk ways like he's done in the past.

Rusin (finger) will throw a live batting practice session in the next few days, Bobby DeMuro of SB Nation reports.

Rusin has been sidelined with inflammation in his left middle finger since the beginning of the month. He was only forced to miss six days of throwing, but he still hasn't been able to pitch in a game yet. He may be able to get into a game prior to spring training's conclusion if his upcoming batting practice session goes well, but even if his finger heals, the damage may already be done in terms of his chance to garner a rotation spot. Manager Walt Weiss thinks he could still stay on in the bullpen as a long reliever and spot starter if he doesn't crack the rotation, but not starting consistently would decrease his fantasy value significantly.

Tillman was assigned to minor league camp Saturday.

Tillman spent time at High-A and Double-A in 2015, and he'll likely begin the season at either Double-A or Triple-A. The 27-year-old posted a cumulative 2.76 ERA with a 1.142 WHIP across 48.1 innings last year.

Estevez has given up six runs and eight hits through 4.1 innings this spring.

The 23-year-old hasn't pitched above Double-A yet, and it has really showed. There are some promising things about his performance thus far, however, such as his seven strikeouts over that span. That being said, Estevez will definitely need to head back to the minors to develop more against advanced hitters before he gets a real look from the major league club.