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DeGrom (shoulder) underwent an MRI on Monday that revealed "considerable healing of the stress reaction on his scapula," Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

The team's press release mentioned nothing regarding when the right-hander might return to throwing, as he's only been cleared for "loading and strengthening" work with his shoulder. DeGrom is set to undergo another MRI in approximately three weeks to determine the next steps in his rehab.

Freeland (0-3) allowed four runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk over five innings Monday, striking out seven and taking a loss against the Phillies.

Freeland allowed three unearned runs in the third inning after an error by Jose Iglesias, including a two-run double from Kyle Schwarber. He then coughed up a solo shot to Bryce Harper in the fifth before striking out the last three batters he faced. Despite turning in an overall shaky performance, Freeland lowered his season ERA to 6.16 with a 17:6 K:BB through four starts. He's projected to take on the Reds at home this weekend.

Gibson (2-1) yielded two runs on three hits and two walks over 5.2 innings Monday, striking out four and earning a win over the Rockies.

Gibson was taken deep twice in Monday's win, with Connor Joe and Randal Grichuk hitting solo shots in the first and second innings, respectively. The veteran righty then retired nine straight Rockies and didn't face much of a threat for the rest of the outing. He tossed 94 pitches (59 strikes) and forced 17 whiffs despite recording only four punchouts. Gibson will carry a 3.47 ERA into his projected road matchup with the Mets this weekend.

Burnes didn't factor into the decision Monday after allowing two hits while striking out 11 and walking two over 6.2 scoreless innings against the Giants.

Burnes made it look easy in this one, fanning 10 or more batters in his second straight start. He would depart in line for the win with two outs in the top of the seventh inning after firing 69 of 106 pitches for strikes. However, the bullpen would give up the lead in the top of the eighth. Burnes now owns a 1.75 ERA and a 33:6 K:BB across 25.2 frames through the first four starts of his 2022 campaign.

Walker (shoulder) is expected to start Saturday against the Phillies, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports.

Walker was cruising through his season debut, which also came against the Phillies, striking out four batters across two scoreless innings before being removed due to a shoulder injury that required a trip to the injured list. He avoided a serious injury and didn't pause his throwing program for more than a few days, so he's ready to return to the rotation after a rehab start and a simulated game.

Cobb (groin) needs at least one more bullpen session before returning from the injured list, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Cobb threw a 30-pitch bullpen session Monday but was only throwing at 70 percent intensity. Whie the session seemingly went well, he'll need to throw at full capacity before the Giants are comfortable activating him. He's eligible to return Saturday, but it looks as though he may need at least a few extra days.

Feltner has joined the Rockies and is expected to be added to the big-league roster to start Wednesday against the Phillies, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

Colorado had a doubleheader in Detroit over the weekend and will need a spot starter during the four-game set in Philadelphia, and Felter is poised to fill that role. The right-hander made his MLB debut last year and gave up eight earned runs over 6.1 innings, but he's pitched well early in 2022 at Triple-A Albuquerque with a 3.10 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 24:8 K:BB across 20.1 frames.

DeSclafani (ankle) won't throw for a week, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

DeSclafani visited an ankle specialist Monday and underwent an MRI, but the test didn't reveal anything more than the inflammation he'd already been diagnosed with. He won't throw for another week and will have to get back up to speed at that point, but he's at least avoided a more serious diagnosis.

Walker (shoulder) felt good after throwing four simulated innings Monday and remains on track to pitch during the weekend series against the Phillies, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Walker exited his season debut after just two innings due to right shoulder bursitis, but he's on track to return in less than three weeks. The Mets have yet to officially announce their plans for the weekend, though Walker would be on schedule to start Saturday's contest.

DeSclafani (ankle) is visiting an ankle specialist, Dr. Robert Anderson, Monday in Green Bay, Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic reports.

The right-hander was placed on the injured list with right ankle inflammation Friday and will head up to Green Bay with the Giants in Milwaukee for one game. DeSclafani battled the same injury during 2021, and his fastball velocity this season was down about two mph before landing on the shelf. The 32-year-old remains without an official timeline for his return, though that could come into focus following Monday's evaluation.