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Rogers has allowed four earned runs on six hits and six walks over eight innings during August.

The 25-year-old rookie is having his worst month of the season, posting a 4.50 ERA and 1:1 K:BB. Before August, Rogers was dominating hitters with a 2.70 ERA and 19:3 K:BB. That said, he has earned six of his seven holds in the last 23 days.

Martinez was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock on Monday.

The right-hander came up less than a week ago after Lucas Harrell hit the DL, but he'll head back to Round Rock with the Rangers in need of a spot on the 25-man roster. Texas will use it to activate left-hander Derek HOlland from the 60-day DL. That move isn't expected to become official until Tuesday, however.

May (back) has started a throwing program and could return by the end of August, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

May will likely return when rosters expand in September. He's had a disappointing season as many thought he could ascend to become Minnesota's closer. His back ailment may have been a big factor in his struggles.

Boshers (elbow) has started a throwing program and could return by the end of August, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Boshers will likely add depth to the bullpen when rosters expand in September. He may go on a minor league rehab assignment in the next two weeks.

Boxberger garnered his third hold of the season in Sunday's 8-4 victory over the Rangers, firing 1.1 innings of scoreless, one-hit ball. He also recorded a strikeout.

The former closer continues to thrive in his new set-up role, firing 18 of his 29 pitches for strikes Sunday and posting his eighth straight scoreless appearance. Boxberger has tallied eight scoreless innings since his latest DL stint and appears to finally be hitting a stride in his first stretch of extended action in 2016. While he doesn't appear to have any chance of reclaiming his former closer's role from Alex Colome during the last several weeks of the season, the 28-year-old may have an opportunity to start with a clean slate and bill of health heading into 2017.

Giles picked up his third save of the season despite allowing a solo home run to Mark Trumbo in the ninth inning Sunday against the Orioles.

Giles hasn't had many save opportunities since he took over as Astros' closer at the beginning of August, but he's converted two during the month with a 2.70 ERA and 14:2 K:BB over 6.2 innings. The 25-year-old has been elite over the Astros' last 60 games, compiling a 1.61 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 38:6 K:BB in 22.1 innings.

Green (2-3) allowed one run on five hits and one walk while striking out five over six innings to take the loss Sunday against the Angels.

Green has now put together two solid starts in a row, allowing just one run in 12 innings. The rookie now has a 3.66 ERA to go with a 1.22 WHIP and is looking to earn a big role with the Yankees in 2017. He'll make his next start Saturday against the Orioles.

Robertson pitched a scoreless ninth inning on one hit while striking out one to earn his 32nd save of 2016 Sunday against the Athletics.

After seeing his ERA swell to a season-high 4.46 on July 24, he's lowered it to 3.81 in his 12 outings since. Despite posting his highest ERA since 2010, he's now saved at least 31 games in each of the last three seasons.

Neal (2-3) allowed four runs on eight hits while striking out two over 4.2 innings to take the loss Sunday against the White Sox.

After moving out of the bullpen, Neal's allowed 10 runs in 15.1 innings over three starts, and has a 5.49 ERA on the season. Despite the poor ERA, the rookie has a 1.25 WHIP, indicating that he could potentially improve his ERA as he gains experience. He'll make his next start Saturday against the Cardinals.

Fulmer's next start will come Saturday against the Angels, Evan Woodberry of MLive.com reports.

Fulmer was knocked around in his last start Friday, so the Tigers want to give him a little extra rest prior to his next outing. Fulmer shut down the Angels last time he faced them June 1, allowing just two hits and posting an 8:2 K:BB over 7.2 scoreless innings.