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Gomes has never played the outfield professionally, but the Jays want to increase his versatility. There's no timetable for him to play the outfield in a game. He should get most of his at-bats between the DH spot and first base for now.

Alvarez didn't actually hit the Rangers second baseman, but home plate umpire Marty Foster thought there was intent behind it after he had given up three straight home runs. Alvarez didn't have his best stuff, and was forced to work in and out of jams against a dangerous Texas lineup. He finished with four earned runs on nine hits over 5 2/3 innings. He'll get the Red Sox at home in his next start.

The deal was offered by the Softbank Hawks of Japan's Pacific League. Newman notes that the contract would have paid Chavez $3 million over two years. Chavez has a spotty track record in the majors so the Jays must view him as valuable bullpen depth. He currently has a 3.72 ERA at hitter-friendly Triple-A Las Vegas.

Morrow allowed six runs on five hits and three walks over two-thirds of an inning and failed to record a strike out. It's the first time this season he hasn't lasted at least five innings. Despite the loss, Morrow still has an impressive 3.47 ERA and 1.07 WHIP in his first 10 starts.

Johnson left Tuesday's game with hamstring tightness. It's not serious enough to keep him out of the lineup Friday, but his workload will be monitored in the short-term.

Francisco, who was placed on the disabled list Friday, will be shut down for at least seven to 10 days. He's likely to be sidelined well beyond the minimum 15 days.

It's just a procedural move, as McGowan isn't close to returning from the DL. He's begun playing light catch but has yet to throw off a mound.