"Brandon Pfaadt has allowed 12 runs (11 earned) over 16 2/3 innings, struggling with a 5.25 earned run average and a modest 19.2% strikeout rate last season."
"Michael Soroka has looked very sharp in his first three starts as a Diamondback, striking out 23 of 67 batters faced while allowing just five runs through 15 2/3 frames."
"The Diamondbacks' relief corps entered play Monday with a 4.50 ERA that ranked 21st in MLB, highlighting the need for improvement in their bullpen."
"The trio of Taylor Rashi, Jonathan Loáisiga, and Andrew Hoffmann gave up seven runs and an inherited runner across 2 2/3 innings in relief of Nelson."
Brandon Pfaadt is being moved to the bullpen as Merrill Kelly is activated from the injured list to start against Baltimore. Eduardo Rodriguez and Ryne Nelson are confirmed in the rotation, with no plans for a six-man setup. Michael Soroka has performed well, striking out 23 batters in his first three starts. Pfaadt has struggled, allowing 12 runs in 16 2/3 innings. The Diamondbacks' bullpen has been weak, ranking 21st in MLB with a 4.50 ERA, necessitating Pfaadt's transition to relief.
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