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Johnson (head) said he's hopeful to make his next scheduled start for Triple-A Pawtucket, Peter Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

The Red Sox haven't provided any indication that Johnson experienced any concussion-like symptoms stemming from the line drive he took to the head in Saturday's start. as a result, somewhat miraculously, it looks like he won't be forced to miss time as a result of the incident. Much of the lefty's prospect luster has warn off after he turned in a middling 4.09 ERA and 6.3 K/9 rate over 77 innings with Pawtucket in 2016, but he'll remain on the big club's short list for a promotion if a rotation spot opens up at any point this season.

Gonsalves (shoulder) is on the 7-day DL at Double-A Chattanooga.

Gonsalves was placed on the disabled list on April 6 and a timetable for him to return to live action is uncertain. Upon his eventual return, Gonsalves figures to slot into the rotation at Chattanooga and work to continue his ascent through the Twins' farm system.

Sedlock, the Orioles' No. 6 prospect, rattled off six scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and walking one while striking out five in his first professional win Saturday for High-A Frederick.

As the O's first-round pick worked into the sixth inning Saturday, he found himself in uncharted waters. Never before in his professional career had Sedlock pitched more than three innings in a game. With an adept knowledge of the game and impressive talent, Sedlock can look toward improving on the 3.00 ERA he posted in his first minor-league season. It wouldn't be a surprise to see the 21-year-old promoted to the higher levels by midseason.

Barnes (personal) was activated from the bereavement list and will be available for Sunday's game against the Tigers.

Barnes should immediately slide back into a primary setup role after he had missed the Red Sox's last three games. With Craig Kimbrel enjoying sound job security as the team's closer, Barnes' utility remains mostly limited to AL-only formats and mixed leagues where holds are a category.

Leone was recalled from Triple-A Buffalo on Sunday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet reports.

Leone will help give the Blue Jays some extra depth in the bullpen after J.P. Howell (shoulder) landed on the 10-day disabled list in a corresponding move. Howell had been assuming higher-leverage duty in relief, but Leone figures to be ticketed for mostly mop-up work until he gains the trust of manager John Gibbons.

Manager John Farrell said that Kelly (illness) wouldn't be an option out of the bullpen for Sunday's game against the Tigers, Brian MacPherson of the Providence Journal reports.

Kelly was back with the team Sunday morning and seems to have mostly recovered from the flu, but it looks like the Red Sox want to give him some additional time off to regain stamina. With another day off to recover, the right-hander could be available to pitch in the series finale Monday.

Johnson was "responsive" after taking a line drive off his head during Saturday's game, Brendan McGair of the Pawtucket Times reports.

Triple-A Pawtucket manager Kevin Boles added that Johnson was able to answer questions and his removal from the game was for "precautionary reasons." It sounds like Johnson may have avoided more serious damage, but we'll wait on the results of medical tests to learn more about the left-hander's status going forward.

Kelly (illness) is with the Red Sox for Sunday's game against the Tigers, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Kelly experienced flu-like symptoms over the weekend and wasn't available for Saturday's game, but it looks like he's since made a full recovery. He could be called upon out of the bullpen if needed Sunday.

Barnes has returned to the Red Sox on Sunday after being away on bereavement, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Barnes will presumably be used as the eighth-inning setup guy should the need arise Sunday.

Graveman (1-0) allowed one run on two hits and one walk across seven innings in Saturday's win over the Rangers. He struck out five.

Graveman dominated the division rival with six innings of no-hit ball, only to lose his bid to a solo home run for Mike Napoli. He ultimately escaped the inning and saw his first win of the season come to fruition as the offense put three more runs on the board. Graveman underachieved in 186 innings last season, but is off to an excellent start to the new campaign and will look to build off of this outing in his next start versus the Astros.