Garrett Crochet may be facing a shutdown soon as he approaches his 27th start, despite his coach hoping otherwise. Crochet has not pitched more than four innings in recent starts as part of a workload management strategy.

Interim manager Grady Sizemore praised Crochet as a valuable leader, emphasizing the team's desire to keep him involved even if he's not pitching. His potential absence could further weaken a struggling team.

Infielder Jacob Amaya has been claimed off waivers after being designated for assignment by the Astros, while Nick Senzel was DFA’d to make room. Left-hander Ky Bush was optioned to Charlotte after a difficult stretch, with Sammy Peralta taking his place in the bullpen.