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Sulser allowed a walk and struck out two over 1.2 scoreless innings in Tuesday's 13-6 loss to Tampa Bay.

The right-hander was the only one of five Baltimore pitchers to keep runs off the board in Tuesday's blowout loss. Sulser has pitched to a 2.45 ERA, 0.89 WHIP and 23:3 K:BB across 14.2 innings this season. He's picked up a win and a hold in 11 outings, but the reliever hasn't seen much high-leverage work despite his sharp numbers. He had allowed three runs in his last two innings prior to his solid showing Tuesday.

Chapman gave up a hit and struck out three in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his 10th save of the season in a 7-4 win over the Rangers.

It's the sixth time in 16 appearances this season Chapman has gotten all his outs via strikeout. The veteran closer has been almost untouchable so far, and he has yet to give up an earned run or blow a save while piling up a 34:5 K:BB through 16 innings.

Patino allowed four runs on six hits and two walks across 3.1 innings during Tuesday's 13-6 win at Baltimore. He recorded six strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision.

The right-hander was in prime position to secure his second win of the season after the Rays provided an 8-0 cushion, but the 21-year-old needed 82 pitches for 10 outs and was unable to finish the fourth frame. Patino has a 3.60 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 19:4 K:BB over 15.1 innings this season.

Yang will start Wednesday's game against the Yankees.

The 33-year-old was in consideration to start or serve as the primary pitcher Wednesday, and he'll end up starting the contest. Yang had his contract selected in late April and has pitched well with a 3.38 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 13:5 K:BB over 16 innings (four appearances).

Rogers (1-2) earned the win Tuesday after tossing a scoreless inning against the White Sox. He allowed one hit and struck out two batters.

Rogers entered a tie game in the top of the ninth inning and worked around a single by Yermin Mercedes to keep Minnesota's hopes alive. The Twins came through in the bottom of the frame with a walkoff RBI single by Jorge Polanco, gifting Rogers with his first win of the year. Though he's the top guy in the Twins' bullpen now, the left-hander has collected only two saves this season, most recently back on May 3 against the Rangers.

Bazardo exited Tuesday's minor-league game with an apparent right arm injury, Katie Morrison of MassLiveSports reports.

The 25-year-old sailed a pitch to the backstop and immediately grabbed at his arm during Tuesday's game for Triple-A Worchester. Bazardo figures to be unavailable for at least a few days while being evaluated.

Rodriguez (shoulder) felt good after throwing a bullpen session Tuesday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

The 22-year-old had yet to resume throwing around this time last week, so the fact that he's now throwing off a mound represents significant progress in his recovery. Rodriguez may require a couple more bullpen sessions or live batting practice before returning from the injured list.

Quijada was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

The 25-year-old was a late arrival to spring training due to visa issues and will join the Angels on Tuesday with Mike Trout (calf) landing on the injured list. Quijada appeared in six games for Los Angeles last season but saw more extensive work in 2019, when he posted a 5.76 ERA, 1.79 WHIP and 44:26 K:BB over 29.2 innings.

Mejia was recalled from Triple-A Columbus on Tuesday, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports.

The 24-year-old was unable to secure a spot on the Opening Day roster but will join Cleveland six weeks into the season with the chance to make his major-league debut. Mejia started two games at Triple-A this season, allowing two runs on six hits with 10 strikeouts and five walks over nine innings.

The Twins designated Law for assignment Tuesday, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.

The move comes a day after a miserable relief outing Monday in which Law allowed four runs on five hits in 1.1 innings. The righty posted an 8.53 ERA in five appearances after being called up May 8.