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Barria allowed one run on five hits and two walks across 4.1 innings in Monday's 2-1 loss to Seattle. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision.

Although Barria wasn't able to get out of the fifth inning Monday, he was still solid in his first start of the season. Barria has now allowed just four earned runs while striking out 11 through 13.2 innings this season. He is slated to get the ball Sunday against Houston. The right-hander allowed just one run in five relief innings against the Astros on Aug. 25.

Karinchak (0-2) allowed two runs on a hit and two walks while recording his only out via strikeout to take the loss Monday versus the Royals.

Karinchak entered Monday's contest with Cleveland ahead 1-0, but he walked the first two batters he faced. A Maikel Franco single spelled the end of Karinchak's outing, and reliever Adam Cimber allowed an inherited runner to score. Karinchak still has a solid 2.00 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 35:9 K:BB in 18 innings this year, but he's allowed three runs over his last two outings. The righty has five holds and a save in 17 appearances.

Barlow (2-1) allowed two hits and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the win Monday versus Cleveland.

Barlow became the pitcher of record when the Royals scored twice to take the lead in the bottom of the eighth inning. Greg Holland then handled the ninth inning to earn the save. Through 19.2 innings, Barlow has a 1.37 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 24 strikeouts. He could be in the closer conversation with Ian Kennedy (calf) out -- the 27-year-old Barlow has one save and three holds in 20 appearances this season. Barlow has recorded 7.2 consecutive scoreless innings, dating back to Aug. 15.

Valdez (1-0) picked up the win Monday against the Blue Jays, allowing one unearned run on two hits across two innings. He struck out one.

Valdez entered the game tied 2-2 in the 10th inning. After tossing a scoreless 10th, Valdez remained in the game after the Orioles took a 4-2 lead in the top of the 11th. A single scored Randal Grichuk, who began the inning on second base, but Lourdes Gurriel was thrown out at the plate on Rowdy Tellez's double to end the game.

Richards will start Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Although Richards was not announced as the starter for Tuesday's game until after Monday's win, he appeared to be the likely choice for some time. RIchards hasn't pitched over 4.1 innings in an outing this year due to a lack of being stretched out, but an efficient outing could certainly get him through five frames.

Akin allowed two unearned runs on three hits and two walks across 4.1 innings in Monday's 4-3 win over the Blue Jays. He struck out six.

As expected, Akin was on a pitch count Monday and was only allowed to throw 81 pitches. Nonetheless, the rookie was solid in his first career start, fanning six while not allowing an earned run. Akin will look to qualify for the win when he toes the rubber Saturday against the Yankees.

Garcia will serve as the opener for Tuesday's game against the Rangers, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Look for Garcia to give the Rangers one or two innings before being replaced by primary pitcher Jordan Lyles. Garcia has allowed three runs on six hits and four walks across five innings this season.

Yarbrough (groin) felt good after playing catch Monday, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

Yarbrough landed on the 10-day injured list with a tight left groin Saturday, but he believes that he'll only miss one start. He's been a productive pitcher through seven starts this season, posting a 3.65 ERA and a 1.19 WHIP.

Martin (shoulder) was reinstated from the injured list Monday, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Martin missed just over two weeks with shoulder inflammation. He'd allowed just one earned run in 4.2 innings prior to the injury, though his 4:6 K:B wasn't particularly encouraging.

Garcia is expected to be recalled to start one half of Friday's doubleheader in Baltimore, Lindsey Adler of The Athletic reports.

Garcia will be eligible to return in fewer than the minimum 10 days if he's up as the extra man for a doubleheader. That was his role during his big-league debut Sunday, when he started the nightcap against the Mets and looked quite good, giving up just one unearned run on four hits over six innings, striking out six without issuing a walk.