# Smith Back, ALS Awareness, and Mariners Series

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Podcast: [MLB Baseball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mlb-baseball-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7445019)
Published: 2026-06-02T00:33:17+00:00
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Pavin Smith is back in the lineup after a 60-day injury absence, hitting fifth as the designated hitter, while Tim Tawa heads to Triple-A and Carlos Santana joins the IL with a strained adductor. MLB marked Lou Gehrig Day with ALS awareness gear, auctions, and unity across the league — a poignant tribute to the legend who started his historic streak and died from ALS. The Diamondbacks face the Mariners in a three-game series, with Eduardo Rodriguez and Zac Gallen set to toe the rubber against tough opponents, including Shohei Ohtani — all while managing roster shifts and honoring a meaningful cause. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4eeb382bd345a9f3

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