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Manager Bryan Price said Saturday that Sampson will likely start a game against the Cubs early next week, C. Trent Rosecrans of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Sampson pitched in relief in Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader, but he was only needed for 1.2 innings (54 pitches), and it sounds like he will get the call to fill a starting role with Homer Bailey (biceps) still working his way back. Tuesday would seem the most likely day for Sampson to start, as Tim Adleman can go Monday on normal rest.

Marquez will start Wednesday against the Cardinals, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

The 21-year-old will step in for his first career start at the major league level, with Jeff Hoffman presumably demoted to the bullpen for the time being. Through three appearances with Colorado, Marquez has more walks (4) than strikeouts (3), but he posted a 155:39 K:BB between Double-A and Triple-A this year. The right-hander managed at least five strikeouts in all five starts for Triple-A Albuquerque, but he also gave up five home runs in those five starts.

DeGrom (elbow) has been scratched from his scheduled start Sunday and is considered unlikely to return this season, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports.

Gabriel Ynoa has been tabbed for Sunday's start with deGrom still battling issues with the ulnar nerve in his pitching arm. General manager Sandy Alderson said deGrom will likely need surgery, but he said it won't be a significant procedure, so Tommy John seems to be off the table. It's uncertain at this point if deGrom will face any limitations at the start of spring training.

Sampson is not expected to start against the Pirates on Sunday.

The right-hander struck out seven over 4.2 scoreless innings against Milwaukee in a spot start Monday, and it looked like he might get another opportunity as the Reds were reportedly "leaning toward" pushing Dan Straily back. However, it now seems Straily will remain on normal rest as he is listed as the probable starter for Sunday. Sampson could end up starting a game early next week if Homer Bailey (biceps) is unable to go.

Glasnow, who threw a scoreless relief inning Friday, could return to the starting rotation before season's end, DK Pittsburgh Sports reports.

He could replace Ryan Vogelsong, who started Friday's tilt. Glasnow showcased great stuff against the Reds on Friday, hitting 98 mph while averaging 95.5 mph with his fastball -- a full three mph faster than in his last appearance. "What I liked tonight is he let the fastball go," manager Clint Hurdle said. "We hadn't seen 98. We saw it tonight."

Greinke (12-7) lost after allowing three runs (one earned) on four hits and four walks with four strikeouts in six innings during Friday's 3-2 loss to the Dodgers.

Greinke fell to 0-3 in September despite notching his second straight quality start. He struggled with his control again, however, issuing four walks for the second straight start -- the fifth time in his last six outings that he's walked multiple batters. Free passes have prevented Greinke from pitching deep into games lately, as he's completed more than six innings just once in his last 10 starts. He'll look to display better command in Wednesday's start in San Diego.

Maeda improved to 15-9 after allowing one run on three hits and three walks with six strikeouts in five innings during a 3-2 win over the Diamondbacks on Friday.

Pitching on four days' rest for only the second time in the second half, Maeda needed 94 pitches to get through five innings. He was effective, however, keeping a dangerous lineup at bay and outdueling Zack Greinke in the process. The 28-year-old rookie has settled into a groove during the second half, going 7-2 over his last 10 starts without allowing more than three earned runs in any outing. Maeda will look to keep rolling in Wednesday's home start against the scuffling Giants.

Eflin will have surgery on his left knee in the coming weeks, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Eflin is currently recovering from last month's surgery on his right knee. He has had knee issues since he was a child and the Phillies are hopeful these two procedures will resolve those problems. GM Matt Klentak said the second surgery will likely happen during the first week of October. Eflin is expected to be ready for spring training.

Anderson didn't factor into the decision on Friday versus the Cubs, giving up two earned runs on five hits and three walks over six innings. He struck out three.

Anderson was solid throughout his time on the mound, firing 52 of 85 pitches for strikes and only giving up a two-run homer to Alberto Almora, Jr. in the fifth. The 28-year-old has now only given up Friday's two earned runs over his last three starts, a span of 16.2 innings. He's also yielded no more than three earned runs in any start since June 28, lowering his ERA from 5.45 to 4.47 during that period. Anderson will look to continue his stretch of strong pitching when he takes on the Reds next Friday.

Matz (shoulder) will throw a full bullpen session Saturday, Adam Rubin of ESPN.com reports.

Matz threw just 20 pitches in his last bullpen session Wednesday, so he still needs to stretch out a bit before he's ready to return to the rotation. He hasn't appeared in a game since August 14, and as such, when he does return, expect Matz to be on a pitch limit. He was pitching very well before he went down, with four quality starts and a 34:7 K:BB over 31.1 innings in his last five outings.