PT TODAY: Lyons to join STL rotation

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Cardinals | Carlos Martínez's initial tests positive
Updating initial reports, St. Louis Cardinals SP Carlos Martínez (shoulder) had initial tests on his shoulder come out positive. Martinez indicated he didn't have a lot of pain in the shoulder but felt weakness. An MRI is still scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26.  Source:
 
BHQ take: The MRI showed a strain, so he's been shut down for the season. According to a Saturday, Sept. 26, St. Louis Post-Dispatch article, manager Mike Matheny said swingman Tyler Lyons will join the rotation. Lyons gave STL 46 pitches in relief of Martinez on Friday, Sept. 25, and...

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