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Red Sox pitcher Rubby De La Rosa didn't factor into Monday's decision after allowing three earned runs on six hits in 5 1/3 innings while striking out four in his team's 4-3, 10-inning loss to the Rays.

De La Rosa was touched up for all three runs in a third inning that featured three singles and a double, but he otherwise pitched well in the no-decision. He owns a 3.89 ERA and 62:31 K:BB ratio in 88 innings. De La Rosa is scheduled to face the Blue Jays Saturday.

The Mariners announced their September callups on Monday. The following players were promoted from the minors: Corey Hart, Justin Smoak, Stefen Romero, Humberto Quintero, Taijuan Walker and Lucas Luetge, Carson Smith. Additionally, Willie Bloomquist was transferred to the 60-day disabled list.

The Athletics announced several of roster moves prior to Monday's contest against the Mariners. The team activated shortstop Jed Lowrie from the disabled list. Additionally, they called up pitcher Fernando Rodriguez, catcher Bryan Anderson outfielder Billy Burns from Triple-A.

The Twins announced their September callups on Monday. The following players will be promoted from the minors: Aaron Hicks, Josmil Pinto, Chris Herrmann, Doug Bernier, Lester Oliveros, Logan Darnell, Michael Tonkin and A.J. Achter.

Mariners closer Fernando Rodney worked his way around a walk and needed only eight pitches to record a scoreless ninth inning for the save Sunday at home against the Nationals. He has converted 39 of 42 save chances, with a 2.28 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP over 55 1/3 innings of work.

Rangers pitcher Nick Martinez pitched well in a no-decision Sunday against the Astros. He allowed one run on six hits and three walks while striking out four over 5 1/3 innings of work.

Over his last three starts covering 16 1/3 innings, Martinez has allowed eight earned runs. He owns a 5.14 ERA and a 1.61 WHIP over 110 1/3 innings of work. He will make his next start Friday at home against Seattle.

Angels starting pitcher Hector Santiago has had his start pushed back from Tuesday at Houston to Thursday at Minnesota, according to The Orange County Register. It is expected C.J. Wilson and Jered Weaver will start during the two-game series against the Astros.

The White Sox optioned pitcher Scott Carroll to Triple-A Charlotte Saturday, in order to clear a spot on the active roster.

He has struggled recently and has a 5.28 ERA in 107 1/3 innings of work for the season, but should be back in the majors when rosters expand Sept. 1. 

The struggles continued for White Sox starter Scott Carroll on Friday against the Tigers, dropping to 5-9 on the year. The right-hander surrendered seven runs -- three earned -- on 10 hits and no walks while striking out two over five innings of a 7-1 defeat.

Over his last five starts covering 28 2/3 innings, Carroll has coughed up 23 earned runs. He owns a 5.07 ERA and a 1.55 WHIP over 108 1/3 innings. He will make his next start Friday at Cleveland.

Yankees closer David Robertson needed only 12 pitches to retire the final four batters to close out a 6-3 win over Toronto on Friday. He struck out one for his 35th save. He owns a 2.98 ERA and a 1.03 WHIP over 51 1/3 innings of relief.