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Barria (2-0) earned the win Saturday versus the A's after giving up four hits and a walk over 6.2 innings. He recorded three strikeouts.

Barria surrendered only two hits through six frames, and he was pulled with two outs in the seventh after Oakland loaded the bases on two singles and an error. It was the right-hander's second straight turn through the rotation, and he's pitched well in both outings with only two runs allowed across 13.2 innings to notch a pair of victories.

Bard pitched the ninth inning in Saturday's 5-3 win against San Diego, allowing one run on two hits but escaping with the save.

Bard entered in the ninth to protect a three-run lead and surrendered a leadoff double to Jurickson Profar, who eventually came around to score, but Bard was ultimately able to secure the victory. The 36-year-old hasn't quite lived up to his 2020 comeback with a high 4.43 ERA, but at least he has 16 saves, ranking 16th in baseball.

Garcia lasted only one inning in a start for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday after giving up four runs on six hits -- including three homers -- and one walk.

Garcia was the leading candidate for a big-league rotation spot early in spring training and has made two starts for the big club this season, but he hasn't shown any progression in the minors. The right-hander has posted a 7.41 ERA along with a problematic 61:39 K:BB across 54.2 innings at the Triple-A level. Given the Yankees' recent addition of Andrew Heaney and the eventual return of both Luis Severino (elbow) and Corey Kluber (shoulder), Garcia may not get another shot in the majors this season.

White started Saturday's 8-3 win against Arizona, allowing two runs on two hits and a walk with five strikeouts in 3.2 innings. He didn't factor into the decision.

White made a spot start Saturday as Los Angeles is in a bit of a transition period following a number of roster moves at trade deadline, and he performed as well as LA could have hoped, permitting both runs on a Kole Calhoun two-run home run in the fourth. He's pitched well this season with a 3.75 ERA in 24 innings though it'll be tough for White to remain in the rotation once Los Angeles has all its starters available.

Chavez (2-2) worked around a walk in a scoreless inning of relief, picking up the win in Saturday's 8-1 victory over the Brewers.

The journeyman reliever has rattled off 10 straight scoreless appearances. He has also now garnered wins in two straight outings. The 37-year-old will bring a 1.38 ERA into Sunday's game.

Clase secured his 13th save of the season Saturday against the White Sox, allowing two hits with one strikeout in 1.2 innings.

Clase entered the game with one out in the eighth inning with Cleveland on top 12-11, and he recorded the final five outs of the contest. It was just the third time in 45 appearances this season Clase has had to work more than a single inning, but he came through with his sixth consecutive scoreless appearance. The 23-year-old has posted a sparkling 1.85 ERA and 1.19 WHIP in 43.2 innings in 2021 while converting 13 of 17 save opportunities.

Diaz (4-4) earned the victory Saturday against the Reds, walking one and striking out a pair in a scoreless inning of work.

Diaz entered a 4-4 game in the 10th inning and immediately uncorked a wild pitch that advanced baserunner Jonathan India to third, followed by a walk to Jesse Winker. Diaz settled in after that, fanning Kyle Farmer and Joey Votto and inducing a Tyler Naquin lineout. Brandon Drury secured the win for Diaz and the Mets in the bottom of the inning, singling home Kevin Pillar for the walkoff victory. Diaz has posted a .380 ERA and 1.20 WHIP in 42.2 innings this season while nailing down 23 of 27 save chances.

Strahm (knee) has struck out seven batters in 3.2 innings across three appearances with Triple-A El Paso. He has allowed two hits and two runs, though both have been unearned.

In the left-hander's most recent appearance, he tossed 1.2 perfect innings and threw 17 of 22 pitches for strikes Friday. He has yet to pitch this season after undergoing knee surgery last October, but he could be mere days away from rejoining the big-league bullpen.

Scott was removed from Saturday's win over the Tigers with a knee injury, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

The 27-year-old entered for the ninth inning with the Orioles leading 5-1, and he was pulled after issuing two walks and hitting a batter. He was charged with one earned run, but Cole Sulser stranded the other two baserunners. Scott should be considered day-to-day as he continues to be evaluated.

Alcala (3-5) allowed one hit and zero walks with two strikeouts through two scoreless innings of relief, getting the win in Saturday's 8-1 victory over the Cardinals.

Nobody's happier to see the calendar flip to August than Alcala. The right-hander had an ERA of 9.72 over nine appearances in July before logging six outs against the Cardinals to nab his third win of the season Saturday night. This outing should work to boost his confidence.