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Alexander started in center field and went 1-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 7-5 extra-inning loss to the Rangers.

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo discussed Alexander's shifting role last week, including time in the outfield. The outfield skews lefty, particularly in center field, and Alexander gives the manager a right-handed option against southpaws, as was the case Monday against Texas lefty Patrick Corbin. Alexander then showed off his versatility by playing left field when Lourdes Gurriel (knee) was removed, and he eventually also played third base by the end of the game. He's been on a roll over the last week, going 7-for-21 with five extra-base hits, five RBI, one steal and seven runs scored over the last six contests.

Turang went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and two walks Monday in a 10-8 loss to the Phillies.

Turang got Milwaukee off to a quick start with a solo blast to lead off the bottom half of the first inning. The long ball was his second in as many days, and Turang has now gone deep 11 times across his past 28 contests. Over that stretch, he's slashing a robust .340/.407/.708 with 24 RBI, 23 runs and three stolen bases. The power surge has seemingly come out to nowhere -- prior to that 28-game stretch, Turang had homered just once over his previous 30 appearances.

Bader went 3-for-5 with two doubles, two runs and three RBI in Monday's 10-8 win against Milwaukee.

Bader drove in his first run with a double in the sixth inning and added another RBI double in the eighth before plating the final run of the contest with a single in the ninth. The veteran outfielder notched his third performance of at least three hits over his past 10 games, a period in which he's slashed .471/.514/.765 with a home run, five RBI and seven runs. Bader has earned a near-everyday spot in the lineup with his productive stretch, as he's started nine of the Phillies' past 10 games.

Misiorowski allowed three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four batters over 4.1 innings in a no-decision against Philadelphia on Monday.

Misiorowski was less than dazzling against the Phillies, though he did get 12 whiffs among his 73 pitches. The rookie hurler did fine with just one run allowed until the fifth inning, but in that frame the Phillies got to him for two runs on two hits and a walk while he retired just one batter. Misiorowski has faded over his past four appearances, allowing 14 earned runs over 14.2 innings despite a 22:8 K:BB over that span. He'll look to get back on the track in what could be a favorable matchup next time out, as he's in line to face the Pirates in Pittsburgh this weekend.

Duran notched a save against the Brewers on Monday with a perfect inning of work.

Duran needed just six pitches to retire Milwaukee in order in the ninth inning. The right-handed closer has successfully converted nine of 10 save opportunities since joining Philadelphia at the trade deadline, registering a 1.69 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 13:0 K:BB over 10.2 frames spanning 13 appearances over that stretch. Duran's save Monday was his 25th of the campaign, and he's just two shy of the career-high mark he established with Minnesota in 2023.

Walker allowed five runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out two batters over four innings in a no-decision against Milwaukee on Monday.

Walker fell behind quickly, allowing four runs over his first two innings. He gave up just one more run across his final two frames, and Philadelphia's offense exploded late to take Walker off the hook for a loss. Nonetheless, this wasn't a promising start by the right-hander -- the five runs he yielded were a season high, and four of the seven hits (two doubles and two homers) he allowed went for extra bases. Walker hasn't pitched more than five innings in any of his past three starts, posting a 7.71 ERA, 1.86 WHIP and 10:6 K:BB across 14 frames during that span. He'll look to do better in his next start, which is tentatively slated to take place in Miami this weekend.

Harris went 2-for-5 with a double, four RBI and a run scored in Monday's extra-inning loss against the Cubs.

Harris' hot stretch continued Monday as he matched a season high with four RBI in the extra-inning loss. The center fielder has been locked in at the plate, slashing .315/.325/.565 with an .890 OPS, seven doubles, eight homers and 27 RBI over his past 30 games. A lack of improvement in the walk department hasn't slowed him down, as the 24-year-old has been one of Atlanta's most reliable bats of late.

Civale allowed a hit and no walks while striking out four over three scoreless innings Monday against Atlanta.

Civale impressed in his Cubs debut, tossing three scoreless innings to help set the stage for a comeback win. The right-hander was claimed off waivers from the White Sox on Sunday after logging a 5.26 ERA and 1.37 WHIP over 89 innings (18 starts) between Chicago and Milwaukee. Though he's worked as a starter in his career, the Cubs plan to use him out of the bullpen down the stretch.

Burgos suffered a right forearm contusion in Monday's 7-5 extra-inning loss to the Rangers, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Burgos was struck in the right arm by a 108.6 mph line drive off the bat of Alejandro Osuna with two outs in the top of the ninth inning, ultimately exiting the game as a result. The right-hander underwent X-rays, which came back negative, but he will undergo additional testing Tuesday.

Rea did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing three runs on five hits and three walks over four innings against Atlanta. He struck out three.

Rea was unimpressive Monday, failing to get through five innings and allowing plenty of traffic on the bases. The right-hander has shown signs of wearing down lately, pitching to a 5.03 ERA and 1.53 WHIP over 34 innings in his last seven outings. He's slated to take the ball again Sunday against Washington.