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Mead went 2-for-3 with a solo homer and an additional run scored in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Astros.

Making a rare start against a right-hander, Mead responded with his first home run of the year, a solo shot off Hunter Brown that put the Rays ahead 3-2 in the fourth inning. While Mead's playing time has been limited, he's now recorded at least one hit in five straight games -- he's gone 6-for-15 (.400) in that span. Overall, the 24-year-old Mead is slashing .206/.286/.279 with four RBI, three runs scored and two stolen bases through 77 plate appearances this season.

Moncada isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Athletics, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

Moncada will get a breather after going 2-for-5 with a three-run homer during Tuesday's victory. While he sits, Luis Rengifo will fill in at third base with Tim Anderson at the keystone.

Tavares went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer and a stolen base in Wednesday's 6-5 win over the White Sox.

Taveras singled and stole a base in the sixth inning before smacking a two-run homer off Mike Vasil in the eighth that put Seattle ahead for good. The homer is Taveras' first in 13 games with the Mariners -- his last long ball came on April 24 with the Rangers. Overall, the 26-year-old Taveras is slashing .220/.242/.333 with 14 RBI, 11 runs scored and eight stolen bases across 130 plate appearances between Texas and Seattle this year.

Smith did not factor into the decision Wednesday against the Mariners, allowing three runs on two hits and two walks over five innings. He struck out six.

Things looked bleak for Smith early -- he walked the first two batters of the game before giving up a three-run homer to Julio Rodriguez. However, the 25-year-old Smith managed to settle in and blank Seattle over his final four frames, allowing just one additional hit. Smith has been a bright spot for the White Sox early this season -- the rookie right-hander has posted a 2.36 ERA with a 1.11 WHIP and 49:18 K:BB through his first 10 starts (53.1 innings). Smith is currently slated to face the Mets on the road in his next start.

Munoz earned the save in Wednesday's 6-5 win over the White Sox, allowing one hit in a scoreless ninth inning.

Munoz allowed a leadoff single to Andrew Vaughn before setting down the next three White Sox in order, locking down his league-leading 16th save this season. Munoz has now gone 21.2 innings without allowing an earned run to open the year, posting a 0.74 WHIP and 28:8 K:BB.

Evans did not factor into the decision in Wednesday's win over the White Sox. He allowed four runs on six hits and a walk over six innings while striking out seven.

Evans fell victim to the home-run ball Wednesday -- he gave up four runs on three homers after allowing just two long balls in his first 21 innings this year. Overall, Evans is 2-1 with a 3.33 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 21:9 K:BB through his first four major-league starts (27 innings). The 23-year-old figures to remain in Seattle's rotation while Logan Gilbert (elbow) and Bryce Miller (elbow) are sidelined. Evans is currently lined up to face the Nationals at home in his next outing.

Baker (3-0) earned the win Wednesday against the Brewers after allowing an unearned run on one hit in the 10th inning. He struck out one.

Although it does go down as his first blown save due to the automatic runner coming around to score, Baker continued his strong campaign in the victory. Through 21.1 innings, the right-hander carries a 2.11 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 27:5 K:BB. That said, Baker has just two holds and one save chance in 2025, so he appears to rank fairly low in Baltimore's bullpen hierarchy.

Bleday isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Angels.

After going 1-for-7 with a walk through the first two games of the series, Bleday will grab a seat on the bench to begin Wednesday's contest. His absence will allow Seth Brown to start in center field and bat eighth.

Wilson (forearm) isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Angels.

Wilson was pulled from Tuesday's contest after taking a pitch off his left forearm, and he'll get another day off to recover Wednesday. Max Schuemann will get the nod at shortstop instead and bat ninth.

Miller (elbow) played catch in the outfield prior to Wednesday's game against the White Sox, MLB.com reports.

Miller continues to recover from right elbow inflammation, which he'd been dealing with throughout the season before needing to go on the injured list May 12. It's unclear whether the right-hander will require a brief minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining Seattle's rotation, but he appears to have a chance of returning before the end of May at this point. Miller's throwing progression will remain worth monitoring, as the Mariners have yet to offer a concrete timetable for the 26-year-old's return to action.