Tyler Lyons was lit up for nine runs in four innings by the Cubs on Monday.

The Cardinals didn't want to go to the pen early in this one, so they left Lyons in as long as they could. Unfortunately, he still wasn't able to give them any length. His ERA jumped from 3.43 to 6.12 in the game, and it's likely that he'll take that number with him back to Triple-A. The Cardinals are going to need to add a fresh arm or two, and they can activate Jaime Garcia to replace Lyons in the rotation this weekend.

Tyler Lyons struck out seven while allowing one run over six innings in a no-decision against the Braves on Tuesday.

Lyons' only mistake on the evening was a changeup that Justin Upton hit roughly 600 feet. Otherwise, Lyons was on the verge of dominant, allowing just three hits and a walk in his six innings of work. The Cardinals offense couldn't get him a win for his efforts, so he remains 0-2 with a 3.43 ERA over 21 innings. With Joe Kelly's setback, Lyons will remain in the rotation, facing the Cubs on Monday.

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said Tuesday that the team is leaning towards skipping Tyler Lyons' next turn in the rotation.

Lyons had been due to pitch Friday, but he'll be available out of the bullpen starting Tuesday. Depending on how quickly Joe Kelly (hamstring) can recover, it's possible Lyons won't be needed for another start.

Tyler Lyons will start again for the Cardinals on Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field.

The Cardinals could have used Thursday's off day to skip the fifth spot in their rotation but will instead give Lyons one more turn before welcoming back Joe Kelly (hamstring) from the disabled list. Lyons has a 4.50 ERA in 12 innings (two starts) since his April 21 promotion.

Tyler Lyons surrendered four earned runs in six innings Saturday as the Cardinals fell to the Pirates.

Lyons breezed through the first three innings, but the Bucs got to him for four runs in the fourth. The left-hander is likely to be sent back to Triple-A Memphis next week when Joe Kelly (hamstring) is activated.

Tyler Lyons took a loss in his season debut after allowing two runs in six innings against the Mets.

Lyons did his job, striking out seven, but the Cardinals offense was blanked in this one. He's looking at making at least one and probably a couple of more starts while Joe Kelly is on the DL with a strained hamstring.

Tyler Lyons will start on Monday against the Mets.

The writing had been on the wall, and Cardinals manager Mike Matheny made it official Sunday morning. As long as he performs, Lyons will make at least two starts while Joe Kelly (hamstring) is on the DL. If Kelly's absence drags out longer, the club could consider giving Carlos Martinez a shot. Lyons holds a 3.32 ERA with 18 strikeouts over his first 19 Triple-A frames this season.

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny indicated Thursday that the team is likely to being up a pitcher from Triple-A Memphis to start on Monday in place of the injured Joe Kelly (hamstring).

That almost surely means it will be Tyler Lyons that gets the call. Matheny did add that if it looks like Kelly will be sidelined for a while, Carlos Martinez would then become an option. For now, though, they're leaving Martinez in the bullpen. Lyons is a fine stop-gap option, having put up a 4.75 ERA (3.73 FIP) in 12 appearances -- eight starts -- for the Cardinals in 2013, striking out 43 batters in 53 innings.

Cardinals left-hander Tyler Lyons yielded one run while striking out six Wednesday for Triple-A Memphis.

He allowed five hits (though three were doubles) and one walk, lowering his season ERA to 3.32. Lyons is likely to take Joe Kelly's (hamstring) rotation spot and could make a few starts for St. Louis. Lyons put up a 4.75 ERA (though a 3.73 FIP) in 12 appearances (eight starts) for the Cardinals in 2013, striking out 43 batters in 53 innings (7.3 K/9), so he could be a good streaming option in deeper fantasy leagues.

Cardinals optioned LHP Tyler Lyons to Triple-A Memphis.

Lyons will open the 2014 regular season in the Memphis Redbirds' rotation and could be one of the first arms up if the Cardinals need an emergency starter. He registered a 4.75 ERA, 1.226 WHIP, and 43 strikeouts last season in his first 53 major league innings.

Tyler Lyons was pounded for five runs in 1 1/3 innings by the Red Sox on Monday.

Lyons has pitched his way out of the rotation mix by giving up 13 runs in eight innings this spring. There probably won't be room for him in the pen, either, but that's fine; it makes more sense to have him start games in Triple-A.

Tyler Lyons, one of the candidates for the fifth spot in the St. Louis rotation, pitched just an inning in relief Thursday against the Braves.

With Joe Kelly and Carlos Martinez ahead of him, it looks like Lyons might be out of the mix now. He did pitch a scoreless inning today, but he gave up a double and two walks in the process.

Tyler Lyons was lit up for seven runs in two-thirds of an inning by the Tigers on Monday.

Lyons was played up as a rotation candidate after Jaime Garcia's setback, in part because the Cardinals would still like to have a lefty starter. However, while he might be decent enough as a No. 5, he doesn't have Joe Kelly's track record or Carlos Martinez's talent. Getting crushed today certainly didn't help his chances any.

Cardinals recalled LHP Tyler Lyons from Triple-A Memphis.

Lyons will pitch out of the bullpen with Michael Wacha set to start Tuesday. He returns to a 4.73 ERA over nine appearances (eight starts) with the Cardinals this season.

Cardinals optioned LHP Tyler Lyons to Triple-A Memphis.

Lyons surrendered four runs -- though only one was earned -- in a five-inning start Monday against the Reds. The left-hander could get another try next month.

Tyler Lyons yielded four runs -- one earned -- in five innings versus the Reds on Monday.

Lyons couldn't pitch around Daniel Descalso's error in the second, giving up two triples, walking one and hitting another before finishing the inning. Apart from that, he kept the Reds very quiet, striking out seven batters. It'll keep him in the rotation for now, and he makes plenty of sense in NL-only leagues.

Tyler Lyons will start Monday against the Reds.

With Jake Westbrook on the disabled list, the Cardinals will go with Lyons over Carlos Martinez. Lyons has a 5.35 ERA in seven starts this season and is nothing more than an NL-only fantasy option.

Cardinals recalled LHP Tyler Lyons from Triple-A Memphis.

Lyons has a 5.35 ERA in seven starts with the Cardinals, but will be used in middle relief. Sam Freeman was optioned in a corresponding move.

Tyler Lyons was charged with four runs -- three earned -- over six innings in Tuesday's loss to the Pirates.

He gave up eight hits, walked one and struck out five. Lyons' defense made his line look worse than it should have been, as Matt Holliday knocked a ball over the fence with his glove and there were a couple other plays that could have been made. The left-hander will be optioned back to Triple-A Memphis.

Cardinals recalled LHP Tyler Lyons from Triple-A Memphis.

Lyons is slated to start the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Pirates and will serve as the Cardinals' 26th man. He has a 2.03 ERA and 29/7 K/BB ratio over 26 2/3 innings this month in Triple-A, but is a risky play in mixed fantasy leagues.