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Marquez wasn't involved in the decision Saturday against the Dodgers as he allowed one run on three hits while fanning five across seven innings.

Marquez was particularly efficient in this game, as he needed 74 pitches (51 strikes) to get through seven frames en route to a quality start. Marquez had a 4.40 ERA last season, so there's no question this was a strong start to the campaign. He's expected to take the mound next week in the series against the Cubs, once again at Coors Field.

Gonsolin wasn't involved in the decision Saturday against the Rockies after giving up one run on five hits and a walk while striking out three across five innings.

Gonsolin couldn't have asked for a tougher environment to make his season debut, but he looked sharp and ended just three outs away from posting a quality start. Gonsolin started the second game of the series because Clayton Kershaw wasn't slated to pitch at Coors Field, and Gonsolin should be back on the mound next week in the series against the Reds.

Severino did not factor in the decision against Boston on Saturday, completing three innings and allowing two runs on five hits and no walks while striking out five on 65 pitches.

Yankees manager Aaron Bone indicated prior to the game that he was hopeful Severino would be able to throw 65-70 pitches after experiencing arm soreness during spring training, and the right-hander hit the lower end of that range in his first regular-season start since 2019. He managed to hold the Red Sox to two runs despite giving up three extra-base hits, with the big blow against him being a two-run homer off the bat of Alex Verdugo in the second inning. Despite the so-so final pitching line, it was a promising performance by the 28-year-old highlighted by five strikeouts. Severino's second turn on the mound will likely come on the road versus Toronto next week.

Dunning did not factor in the decision against Toronto on Saturday, pitching five innings and allowing three runs on five hits and two walks while striking out four.

The right-hander struggled through a tough first inning, giving up three straight singles to open the frame and allowing two runs. Dunning recovered after that, however, allowing just one run -- on a fifth-inning Bo Bichette solo homer -- the rest of the way. Dunning is tentatively scheduled to make his second start next week at home against the Angels.

Gausman tossed five innings against Texas on Saturday, allowing three runs on eight hits and no walks while striking out five. He did not factor in the decision.

Gausman's final pitching line wasn't earth-shattering, but the veteran right-hander was solid in his first start as a Blue Jay. Of the eight hits he allowed, only one -- a third-inning double off the bat of Marcus Semien -- went for extra bases, and Gausman induced 17 swings-and-misses while throwing 57 of 80 pitches for strikes. The 31-year-old's second start of the season is expected to come in New York against the Yankees next week.

Mikolas gave up two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out one in 3.2 innings in a 6-2 win Saturday against Pittsburgh.

Mikolas needed 41 pitches to get through the first inning and pitched around trouble all game. He was removed with the Cardinals leading 4-2 in the fourth rather than facing Bryan Reynolds for the third time. After pitching in only nine contests in the last two seasons because of forearm injuries, the 33-year-old pitched effectively in the spring and reportedly has a clean bill of health. The former All-Star looks to regain his 2018 form if he remains healthy this season. His next start will likely be at the end of next week in Milwaukee.

Keller (0-1) gave up four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four in four innings in Saturday's 6-2 loss in St. Louis.

Keller allowed a run in the first and three runs in the third, including a Paul DeJong two-run home run. The 26-year-old had a strong spring with a 2.92 ERA in four starts but struggled in his 2022 debut. While Keller has thrived in the minor leagues, he has yet to find his way for the Pirates outside of five good starts in 2020. His next start will likely be at home against Washington at the end of next week.

McCullers (forearm) could be ready to throw as soon as next week, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

McCullers remains shut down with a forearm issue that dates back to last year's postseason. The fact that he's on the 10-day injured list rather than the 60-day injured list may indicate that the Astros expect him back before the end of May, though an exact timetable has not yet been provided by the team.

Gray pitched 4.2 innings, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four in a 4-3 loss Saturday against Seattle.

Gray was removed after 76 pitches with the Twins trailing 2-1. After making only one start in the spring, it's no surprise that Gray did not make it through five innings. The 32-year-old averaged just over five innings per start in the last two seasons and probably won't be relied upon to pitch late into games anytime soon. His next start will likely come next weekend in Boston.

Gilbert struck out seven in five innings, allowing one run on three hits and a walk in a 4-3 win Saturday in Minnesota. He did not factor in the decision.

The lone run against Gilbert came from a Luis Arraez solo homer in the first. After pitching around trouble in the second, he retired the final 10 batters he faced. The lanky right-hander left the game with a 2-1 lead. A two-run home run by Byron Buxton off Andres Munoz in the eighth kept Gilbert from earning the victory. The former top prospect finished strong in his rookie season but had trouble with the long ball all year. If he's able to limit home runs, he should impress in his sophomore campaign.