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Duran secured the save Wednesday against the Blue Jays, allowing no runs on two hits and no walks in the ninth inning. He struck out one.

After blowing his first save of the season Tuesday versus Toronto, Duran was shaky again Wednesday but managed to hold on for a scoreless save. The hard-throwing right-hander continues to maintain a strong grip as Philadelphia's closer, posting a 1.99 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 34:5 K:BB while converting 17 of his 18 save opportunities. Duran is tied for second in the National League in saves with Riley O'Brien.

Nelson (2-5) picked up the loss Wednesday, allowing seven runs on eight hits and one walk over four innings during the 8-0 loss against the Marlins. He struck out two.

Nelson was shelled as he delivered his shortest start since he gave up eight runs in one-third of an inning April 19 versus Toronto. The right-hander was hurt by home runs in the fourth inning by Owen Caissie and Kyle Stowers, as he's already served up 17 long balls this season. After quality starts in five of his previous six games, Nelson struggled with control Wednesday, hitting two batters and throwing strikes on only 53 of his 82 pitches. The 28-year-old is slated to start at home against the Angels next week.

The Dodgers will select Robinson's contract from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Robinson will return to the majors as the roster replacement for Will Smith (neck), who is set to move to the injured list. Robinson has slashed .274/.338/.466 across 80 plate appearances while spending the entire season at Triple-A, though he isn't likely to receive many reps in the big leagues while Dalton Rushing works as the primary catcher.

The Dodgers will place Smith (neck) on the 10-day injured list Thursday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

After sitting him down for four straight games because of neck soreness, the Dodgers have officially decided to send Smith to the injured list. Manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday that the 31-year-old backstop is progressing but has missed too much time to return without a ramp-up period. He'll be eligible to return to the Dodgers' lineup June 19; meanwhile, Dalton Rushing will take over as Los Angeles' primary catcher, and Chuckie Robinson will come up from Triple-A Oklahoma City to provide depth.

Gusto gave up no runs on three hits and one walk while striking out four over four innings during the win against the Diamondbacks on Wednesday. He did not factor in the decision.

After working as a traditional starter at Triple-A prior to his call-up last Tuesday, Gusto delivered his longest outing in the majors this season Wednesday. The right-hander suffered his first loss of 2026 during his previous start while serving up three runs across two innings while working as more of an opener, but he pitched well versus Arizona and threw 45 of his 66 pitches for strikes as he continues to get stretched out.

Luzardo (5-4) earned the win Wednesday against the Blue Jays, allowing one run on four hits and four walks in 5.2 innings. He struck out eight.

Although Luzardo tied a season high in walks issued, he was still able to hang in there for a strong outing overall. The 28-year-old southpaw turned in his most punchouts since his May 3 start in Miami, and he gave up fewer than three runs for the fifth time in his last six appearances. Luzardo still has an underwhelming 4.35 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 88:25 K:BB over 78.2 innings, but he's set for a favorable home matchup against Miami his next time out.

Walker went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run and an additional RBI in Wednesday's 9-2 win over the Mets.

Walker extended his hitting streak to seven games and his RBI streak to five Wednesday. The 24-year-old right fielder has five multi-hit efforts during that former stretch, as well. Walker has blossomed into a five-category fantasy producer in 2026, slashing .303/.360/.566 with 17 homers, 52 RBI, 10 stolen bases and 45 runs scored over 275 plate appearances.

Pallante (7-4) earned the win Wednesday against the Mets, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks in six innings. He struck out five.

Pallante kept the Mets off balance throughout the evening, inducing an impressive nine groundouts. The 27-year-old right-hander continues to be a strong source of length in the Cardinals' rotation, working at least five innings in all but one of his 13 starts so far. Pallante will try to further improve on a quality 3.88 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 56:25 K:BB over 69.2 frames in his next scheduled outing against the Padres.

Peterson took a no-decision Wednesday against the Cardinals, allowing six runs on seven hits and two walks in 3.2 innings. He struck out one.

After Austin Warren got tagged for two runs in the first inning as the opener, Peterson was able to deliver a scoreless second as the bulk reliever before the wheels came off. The one strikeout matched his season-low output, and the 30-year-old southpaw also gave up at least four runs for the sixth time in 14 appearances (seven starts) this year. Peterson, who has a rough 5.75 ERA, 1.64 WHIP and 57:26 K:BB over 61 innings, is tentatively scheduled to take the mound in Cincinnati his next time out, whether behind an opener again or in a traditional start.

Garcia was removed from Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays due to a pulled muscle near his right shoulder, Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

The 33-year-old outfielder injured himself while attempting to cut down George Springer at the plate in the seventh inning. The Phillies' medical staff is still evaluating Garcia to determine the severity of his injury, and an update on his status could be available after the game.