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Greene (2-6) earned the win Thursday, allowing five runs on seven hits and two walks over five innings against the Cubs. He struck out six.

Greene gave up a two-run double to Frank Schwindel in the top of the first and a solo home run to Nico Hoerner in the second. However, he was able to settle down and tossed two scoreless innings before giving up back-to-back homers to Willson Contreras and Ian Happ to leadoff the fifth. Regardless, the right-hander was still able to get through the fifth and earned the win thanks to an eight-run outburst from the Reds in the third. The rookie has registered at least six strikeouts in eight of his first nine career starts.

Steele (1-5) took the loss Thursday, allowing seven runs on seven hits and two walks over two innings against the Reds. He struck out two.

Steele gave up a two-run homer to Kyle Farmer in the bottom of the second inning and allowed the first five hitters to reach in the third, which all ended up coming around to score, before being taken out of the game for Scott Effross. After back-to-back stellar outings against the Diamondback, Steele posted his worst outing of the season, causing his ERA to jump from 3.82 to 5.40.

Mize (elbow) hopes to begin a throwing program this weekend or early next week, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

Mize made a rehab start at Triple-A Toledo but returned to Lakeland afterward to slow down his rehab program. The right-hander has been limited to plyo throws since heading to Lakeland, so he'll presumably need some time to build back up once he resumes his throwing program. While manager A.J. Hinch is encouraged that Mize is feeling good after slowing down his rehab program, the team won't have a better idea of the righty's status until he begins his throwing program.

Heaney (shoulder) could face hitters at extended spring training Sunday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Heaney threw three simulated innings Thursday and suffered no setbacks. Sunday would mark the first time that he has faced live hitters since hitting the injured list April 20. While there's no clear timetable for Heaney's return, he appears to be making steady progress.

Gonsolin will start Saturday against Arizona, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Gonsolin was originally slated to start Friday, but the Dodgers have opted to give him an extra day of rest. The team has not announced Friday's starter, but Ryan Pepiot appears to be a likely candidate.

Kershaw (pelvis) is throwing from 90 feet, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Kershaw has been throwing for a few days and is gradually increasing his distance. He's likely at least another week away from throwing bullpen sessions, but any progress is positive. A return in late June remains realistic.

Pepiot is with the Dodgers to begin their road trip in Arizona, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

The Dodgers haven't yet announced a starter for Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks, but Pepiot seems like a strong candidate to take the mound. The right-hander has made two major-league starts this year, and he posted a 3.86 ERA and 1.57 WHIP in seven innings prior to being optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City last week.

Rodriguez (ribs) played catch from 60-to-70 feet Thursday with no issues, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.

The 29-year-old landed on the injured list over the weekend with a sprain on the left side of his rib cage, and his quick return to throwing is an encouraging sign for his recovery. Rodriguez still needs to ramp up the intensity of his throwing program, but he could be back on the mound in the near future if he avoids any setbacks.

Wentz was removed from Wednesday's start at Triple-A Toledo after he was hit on the shin by a comebacker, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.

Wentz lasted five innings during his first start after being sent down, but he was removed from Wednesday's outing after just two innings. The southpaw underwent X-rays that came back negative, so manager A.J. Hinch is hopeful that Wentz isn't dealing with a significant injury.

Flaherty (shoulder) threw 25 pitches while facing live hitters Thursday, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Flaherty was facing hitters for the first time Thursday, and he was able to utilize his full arsenal of pitches during the throwing session. Assuming the right-hander feels good following Thursday's live BP, he'll likely be in the mix to begin a minor-league rehab assignment soon.