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Hughes allowed one run on one hit across 1.2 innings and earned the save in Monday's 5-2 win over the Mets.

Hughes recorded the final two outs of the eighth inning before also working the ninth. The lefty allowed a solo home run to Francisco Lindor but rebounded to retire Jeff McNeil to end the game. Hughes now has five saves and a solid 3.24 ERA this season across 50 innings, and he's struck out 61 batters. He should continue to see save chances for the Cubs along with righty Rowan Wick, depending on matchups.

Assad (1-1) allowed just one run on five hits across six innings to earn the win Monday against the Mets. He walked three and struck out six.

Assad once again pitched well, and the Cubs scored five runs in the first four innings, propelling the rookie to his first MLB win in his fourth career start. The righty struggled with walks again, and he now has 10 free passes across 21.1 innings this year, but he's otherwise been solid with a 2.53 ERA. Assad will look to keep rolling in his next scheduled start, which is currently penciled in for next Monday against the Marlins.

De Los Santos (4-0) struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the win Monday over the Angels.

De Los Santos worked the seventh inning and kept the game tied at 4-4 before Amed Rosario gave the Guardians a lead in their half of the frame. In his previous appearance, De Los Santos saw a nine-inning scoreless streak end when he allowed two runs in two-thirds of an inning versus the Twins on Friday. He's been an effective reliever this year, and he now owns a 2.91 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 49:14 K:BB with one save and three holds through 46 innings.

Pilkington allowed four runs on three hits and three walks over five innings against the Angels on Monday. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision.

Pilkington began his start with three scoreless frames before coughing up two-run homers to Matt Duffy and Mike Trout in the fourth and fifth innings, respectively. The rookie southpaw is now sporting a 4.30 ERA through 52.1 MLB innings. However, he's posted a 5.09 ERA since earning his first and only win June 1. Pilkington is tentatively scheduled to face the Twins at home this weekend.

Clase struck out one in a perfect inning to earn a save over the Angels on Monday.

Clase fired 12 of 15 pitches for strikes and forced five whiffs to secure his 34th save of the year. He's now converted three straight chances after blowing a save against the Royals on Sep. 7. Clase lowered his season ERA to 1.34 with a 62:10 K:BB through 60.2 frames.

Almonte (elbow) will throw a simulated game Wednesday, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports.

Almonte continues to take steps forward in his rehab, with the next chance to prove his health coming later in the week. He's been on the 15-day injured list since Aug. 7 due to right elbow tightness.

Graterol (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports.

Graterol is set to toss his second side session since being cleared to throw off a mound. If all goes well, he figures to have a chance to be activated Friday when first eligible, though the Dodgers are unlikely to reveal next steps until he completes Wednesday's session.

Kahnle (forearm) could be activated sometime during the Dodgers' series against the Diamondbacks, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Kahnle remains on track for a mid-September return, and skipper Dave Roberts stated Monday that activating Kahnle will be an option during the team's upcoming three-game series. He hasn't seen MLB action since May 13 due to a right forearm strain.

Waites' contract was selected from Triple-A Sacramento on Monday.

Waites started the year at Single-A Eugene and worked his way up to Triple-A Sacramento by the end of August, putting himself in a position for exactly this type of promotion. He didn't surrender a run at Triple-A, turning in a 0.86 WHIP and a 10:3 K:BB across seven frames out of the bullpen. Waites figures to serve as bullpen depth down the stretch of the regular season.

Gonzalez (elbow) has stopped his rehab assignment due to fatigue, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Gonzalez will be shut down for the season after experiencing arm fatigue during his way back from left elbow surgery. He'll now have the offseason to reset and should be ready to go for spring training, barring any major setbacks.