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Brash (0-1) was charged with the loss in an extra-innings defeat at the hands of the Cubs on Monday, allowing an unearned run on one hit over one-third of an inning. He struck out one.

Entrusted with preserving a 2-2 tie when he entered in the bottom of the 10th, Brash ran into immediate trouble when inning-opening runner Nick Madrigal stole third base while Tucker Barnhart was at the plate. Although Brash was subsequently able to record the strikeout, Nico Hoerner then snapped the deadlock with a game-winning single to right field. It's been an uneven start to the season for Brash, who's now allowed at least one run in three of seven appearances but has also posted a stellar 12:3 K:BB in just 5.2 innings.

Burke allowed one run on one hit and struck out one over two innings to earn a hold in Monday's 11-2 win over Kansas City.

Burke allowed a seventh-inning home run to Hunter Dozier, but by that point, the Rangers had given him a 10-run lead, so it was all about throwing strikes and getting the easy win. This was Burke's second hold in four appearances, which have all come in middle relief. He's entered games in the fifth or sixth innings. The left-hander has allowed two runs on six hits while striking out five and walking none over 5.1 innings.

Clase picked up the save Monday against the Yankees. He allowed zero runs on zero hits and zero walks while striking out two over one inning.

Clase looked sharp in the top of the ninth inning and set the Yankees down in order. He needed only 10 pitches (seven strikes) to secure his third save of the season in four chances and now owns a 4.50 ERA with six strikeouts and four walks over six frames.

Lopez picked up the save in Monday's 4-3 victory over the Twins. He allowed zero runs on zero hits and zero walks while striking out three over 1.1 innings.

Lopez secured his second save of the 2023 campaign without much difficulty. He fanned the final batter of the eighth innings and set the side down in order in the ninth by striking out a pair and inducing a groundout to third base. After allowing three runs over his first 2.1 frames of work, it was a good sign to see the reliever navigate the end of the game with ease Monday afternoon.

Pivetta allowed three hits and two walks over five shutout frames during Monday's loss to the Rays. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision.

Pivetta was locked into a pitcher's duel and was denied his first win due to Boston's lackluster offense. Despite walking just two batters, 30 of his 83 pitches were balls. Pivetta forced 14 whiffs on 37 swings and now has a 12:5 K:BB through 10 innings. He's lined up for a home matchup with the Angels this weekend.

Fleming allowed one hit across four shutout frames during Monday's win over Boston. He struck five and did not factor in the decision.

The 26-year-old southpaw took the mound in the third inning after Jalen Beeks tossed a pair of scoreless frames. Fleming threw 31 of 47 pitches for strikes, including eight whiffs. It was a strong rebound after he was crushed for five runs against the Nationals in his season debut.

Fairbanks struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn a save over Boston on Monday.

Fairbanks finally got his first save chance of the season after the Rays steamrolled through their first nine games. He needed just 10 pitches to quickly finish off the Red Sox. Fairbanks has tossed three shutout innings while allowing just one hit.

Mills (elbow) has resumed throwing and playing catch from 60-65 feet away, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Mills is currently on the injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow. The right-hander's next step would be to throw bullpens, and because he's been out since the middle of March he'll likely need a lengthy rehab assignment before joining the Boston bullpen near the start of May.

Rodriguez (oblique) is throwing from 75 feet away, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Rodriguez began a throwing program in the early part of April as he recovers from the oblique strain that has sidelined him since before the season. The left-hander will hopefully start throwing bullpen sessions soon, and then likely will need to make a handful of rehab appearances before joining the bullpen in the early part of May.

Munoz (shoulder) told reporters Monday that he could start throwing as soon as Tuesday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Munoz was placed on the 15-day injured list before Sunday's game with a right deltoid sprain. The right-hander mentioned that he has struggled to bounce back after outings and that this is more precautionary than significant injury. The Mariners will take caution with their best reliever, but it does sound like he'll be back in the late innings for Seattle shortly after he's eligible to come off the injured list.