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Jansen saved Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Brewers, striking out two in a 1-2-3 ninth inning.

Jansen was called upon to pitch the ninth inning of a three-run game and nailed down the win for his first save since May 7. The 34-year-old has now recorded multiple strikeouts in four of his last five appearances and his 12.6 K/9 would be Jansen's highest mark since his standout 2017 campaign.

Davidson (1-0) earned the win during Tuesday's 3-0 shutout of Milwaukee, allowing three hits and three walks with three strikeouts in five scoreless innings.

Making his first start and second appearance of 2022, Davidson scattered his baserunners across five innings and was never in any real danger. On the downside, the 26-year-old only tossed 38 of 69 pitches for strikes, with seven swinging strikes, and he's now walked five total batters in 7.2 innings. It's unclear what Davidson's role will be in the immediate future.

Chapman picked up the save in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Orioles after pitching the ninth inning, giving up one run on three hits while striking out one.

Called upon to protect a two-run lead in the bottom of the ninth, Chapman made quick work of the first two batters he faced before running into a little trouble with two outs. He surrendered two consecutive singles and then Ryan McKenna ripped a double, scoring Tyler Nevin and narrowing the deficit to 5-4. Chapman was able to get Cedric Mullins to pop out to end the game, stranding two on base and securing his ninth save of the year. After opening the season with 10.1 scoreless frames, the left-hander has allowed a run in four consecutive appearances. Although he's struggled a little recently, the 34-year-old is 9-for-9 on save chances this year and owns a 2.63 ERA and 1.46 WHIP with 15 strikeouts in 13.2 innings.

Rogers pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit while striking out one on his way to a save in Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Phillies.

Rogers struck out Kyle Schwarber to open the inning before giving up a one-out single to Nick Castellanos, but he was able to get Jean Segura to ground into a double play to end the contest immediately after. The save was Rogers' 14th of the season, tying him with Josh Hader for the most in MLB. After being acquired by San Diego just prior to the season, the left-hander has only one blown save in 15 attempts while producing a sparkling 0.56 ERA and 0.56 WHIP with 18 punchouts over 16 innings in 16 appearances.

Brieske (0-3) allowed six runs on nine hits across 5.1 innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Rays. He walked one and struck out four.

Coming into Tuesday, Brieske had allowed no more than three runs in any of his four starts while going five or more innings each time. He reached the five-inning mark again in his fifth start, but the righty was hit around a bit for the first time in his young MLB career. Home runs continue to be a bit of an issue for Brieske, as he allowed multiple long balls for the third time already in his rookie campaign. The 24-year-old may have more tough outings ahead if he can't keep the ball in the park. Brieske will carry a 5.13 ERA into his next scheduled start Sunday against the Guardians.

Norris was removed from Tuesday's game against the Pirates with right Achilles soreness, Tim Stebbins of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Norris retired the only batter he faced on four pitches before exiting Tuesday's contest with the injury. The left-hander should be considered day-to-day, and it's unclear whether or not he'll require a trip to the injured list.

Cimber pitched a perfect ninth inning on his way to a save in Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Mariners.

Cimber was once again called on to finish Tuesday's win and he retired the Mariners in order for a 1-2-3 ninth inning and his second save in as many days. Jordan Romano (illness) is expected to return soon, but in the meantime, the 31-year-old Cimber has been holding down the final frame and is up to three saves on the year. He has now pitched 3.2 no-hit innings over his last four appearances, surrendering two walks while striking out three. Cimber's 2.20 ERA and 0.81 WHIP over 15.1 innings this season both represent career bests for the right-hander.

Diaz recorded the final three outs of Tuesday's extra-inning win over the Guardians to earn his first career save. He issued two walks and struck out three.

Diaz didn't make it easy on himself -- he also uncorked a wild pitch that nearly scored the tying run -- but he ultimately punched out Jose Ramirez with the bases loaded and the game on the line. Art Warren blew the save chance in ninth. The brother of longtime closer Edwin Diaz, Alexis has been a revelation out of the Cincinnati bullpen this year, allowing one earned run while fanning 21 in 17.1 innings. The right-hander has emerged as a candidate to take over the closer role for the Reds until Lucas Sims (back) returns, and perhaps beyond.

Uceta was recalled from Triple-A Reno on Tuesday.

Uceta was already with the Diamondbacks on the taxi squad and will now join the active roster ahead of Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader. The 24-year-old has appeared in two big-league games this season and has allowed two runs over 1.2 innings.

Wantz was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday.

Wantz was promoted from Salt Lake on Saturday and will return there without making an appearance for the Angels. He's pitched in three big-league games this season and has allowed two runs over three innings.