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Treinen notched his second save as a member of the Athletics by striking out two Angels in a perfect ninth inning Sunday.

Treinen didn't look like he'd get a chance to pitch with his team trailing 10-6 after seven innings, but a five-run eighth gave him an opportunity, and he didn't waste it. He was as effective as ever despite pitching for the third consecutive day, making amends for Friday's blown save.

Manaea was roughed up for six runs (five earned) on six hits with two walks and a strikeout in just 3.1 innings Sunday against the Angels.

Manaea was lucky to escape with a no-decision as opposing starter Ricky Nolasco was almost as bad. The 25-year-old lefty has been unable to gain any traction in his past two starts, lasting just 6.1 innings while allowing 12 runs. Not all of that damage is his fault, with five of those 12 runs being of the unearned variety. Manaea will hope for better play both from himself and the defense Friday against the Orioles.

Diaz allowed one walk and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning to pick up his 23rd save Sunday in Kansas City.

Diaz was the seventh reliever used by Seattle as a comfortable 7-0 lead turned into a nail-biting 8-7 win. The 23-year-old closer has been lights-out in his past four appearances, holding opponents without a hit while posting a 6:1 K:BB in four innings.

Yarbrough (12-5) fired 7.2 scoreless innings in Triple-A Durham's win over Norfolk on Sunday, allowing just three hits and recording six strikeouts.

The 25-year-old southpaw lowered his ERA to a solid 3.27 with the effort and boasts an impressive 131:35 K:BB over 135 innings across his first 22 starts at the Triple-A level. Yarbrough has spun scoreless efforts in five of his last eight trips to the mound, including in back-to-back outings. As per William Boor of MLB.com, Yarbrough has a 1.64 ERA in his five starts since the All-Star break as well, and given his body of work just a step below the majors, it appears increasingly likely he could see regular-season big-league action next season.

Junis allowed one run on just four hits over eight innings of a 9-1 win over Seattle on Sunday. He struck out seven and didn't issue a walk.

What a performance by the 24-year-old, who had been called up to be the team's 26th man and make a spot start for the second half of a doubleheader. Junis will likely head back to Triple-A Omaha, but Sunday's gem of a performance could prompt the Royals to give him additional action with the big club. Through 44 innings this year, Junis owns a 4.70 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 16:37 BB:K.

Devenski's recent struggles are traced to failing command of his fastball and slider, Jake Kaplan of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Devenski has allowed eight runs (seven earned) on nine hits, including four home runs, and four walks over his last 9.2 innings. "He's got to push through some things." manager A.J. Hinch said. "The walks are uncommon for him. And him not being able to locate his fastball, he's trying to do a little too much." Devenski has been an important piece of the Astros' bullpen, pitching in all kinds of high-leverage situations. While his latest stretch has been unpleasant, Devenski maintains a high strikeout rate (11.7 K/9) and will continue to throw when games are on the line.

Belisle collected a strikeout and didn't allow a baserunner during a scoreless ninth inning to record his first save of the season in Sunday's win over Texas.

The Twins are expected to utilize a closer-by-committee approach in the ninth inning moving forward, but Belisle is the first reliever to close out a game and record a save since Brandon Kintzler was traded. While Belisle is an obvious add candidate in all fantasy settings and could take the job and run with it, his supporting numbers aren't encouraging: 4.53 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 7.4 K/9.

Martinez allowed five runs on five hits and two walks while striking out five batters through just four innings during Sunday's loss to Minnesota. He didn't factor into the decision.

Martinez has now allowed 16 runs through 14.1 innings over his past three starts and owns a 5.38 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 4.8 K/9 for the campaign. Additionally, his spot in the Texas rotation probably isn't secure, and especially with his recent underwhelming results. Outside of cavernous fantasy settings, Martinez is probably best ignored. He lines up for a daunting matchup against the Astros at Globe Life Park in Arlington next, too.

Kimbrel struck out two batters in a scoreless ninth inning to collect his 27th save of the season during Sunday's win over the White Sox.

Kimbrel hasn't been as sharp recently and has blown three of his past seven save opportunities. However, Sunday's conversion was his second straight. With a 1.51 ERA, 0.69 WHIP and 16.4 K/9 for the campaign, it'll take a lot more than the odd hiccup before Kimbrel's job or elite fantasy status is in jeopardy.

Diekman (abdomen) will throw another live batting practice session this week, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

After tossing a 31-pitch simulated game Saturday, there was some thought that Diekman might be cleared to head out on a rehab assignment, but he'll face hitters in batting practice one more time before likely reporting to a minor-league affiliate. Diekman, who has been sidelined all season while recovering from three surgeries to address ulcerative colitis, could claim a key setup role with the Rangers once he's activated from the 60-day disabled list, likely in late August.