The early returns on Omar Vizquel’s work with Tigers shortstop Eugenio Suarez, and Suarez’s play in general, have been excellent.

Francisco Liriano was pulled from a start in the fourth inning Tuesday with discomfort in his left side.

Marlins right-hander Henderson Alvarez received a scare in his last start, but the right-hander didn’t suffer a serious setback. Alvarez strained his left hip on Sunday at Wrigley Field, but the ailment won’t prevent him from making his next start, which will be Sunday against the Pirates at Marlins Park.

Shortstop Ti’Quan Forbes and Joshua Morgan both signed with the Rangers less than a week after being selected in the second and third rounds of the First-Year Player Draft. They were in Arlington on Monday and Tuesday to finalize their agreement and get the complete tour before heading off to Arizona to report to the club’s complex in Surprise.

Right-hander Mike Pelfrey underwent surgery on Tuesday to clean up scar tissue in his right elbow that was causing pressure on his ulnar nerve, the Twins announced. He’s expected to be out two to four months.

Major League Baseball announced Tuesday that Baltimore third baseman Manny Machado has been suspended for five games for throwing his bat during Sunday’s game. Machado, who was ejected from the 11-1 loss to Oakland, threw his bat toward third base on a swing after two consecutive brushback pitches.

With the reveal of the Brewers’ lineup Tuesday came a surprise: Scooter Gennett batting leadoff in place of Jean Segura, who occupied the No. 8 hole.

The Rays have reached an agreement with Casey Gillaspie, their first-round selection in the 2014 First-Year Player Draft, the club announced on Tuesday.

The Rangers have a new starting first baseman. Brad Snyder has played two games at the position in Triple-A Round Rock, but he is taking over at first now that Mitch Moreland has been placed on the disabled list.

The Cubs released veteran reliever Jose Veras on Tuesday, one week after the right-hander was designated for assignment.

The Pirates “P,” you are reminded everywhere in PNC Park, stands for Pride and Passion. Tuesday, it also stood for Polanco.

Aaron Nola is in the fold. The Phillies agreed to terms Tuesday with Nola, their top selection in last week’s First-Year Player Draft. Nola, the seventh overall pick, was a two-time Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Year during his time at Louisiana State University.

The Reds activated first baseman Joey Votto from the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday. To make room on the 25-man roster, first baseman/outfielder Donald Lutz was optioned to Triple-A Louisville.

Matt Harvey acknowledged Tuesday that because the Mets have pushed back his Tommy John rehab schedule, a 2014 return to the big leagues seems as unrealistic as ever.

Bobby Welch was a winner, in every respect. He loved working with young kids as an A’s special instructor in recent seasons, imparting some wisdom. He was 57 when he passed away — far too young, like his old buddy, Steve Howe.

Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington was taken aback on Tuesday when a media member asked him if he would consider trading Jon Lester if the Red Sox fall further out of contention.

A day after revealing he’s set to meet with Dr. James Andrews next week, Matt Wieters stopped by the Orioles’ clubhouse and discussed his decision to meet with the noted orthopedic surgeon.