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Wilson didn't factor into the decision in a 1-0 loss to the Mets in the second game of Monday's doubleheader, giving up four hits and a walk over three scoreless innings. He struck out two.

The right-hander tossed 33 of 54 pitches for strikes in his first big-league appearance since June 20, and Atlanta may be regretting not pushing him a bit harder after Luke Jackson gave up the game's only run in the fifth inning. With Drew Smyly (knee) apparently good to go for his next start, Wilson will likely either return to Triple-A or move into a long-relief role with the big club.

Soto (4-2) took the loss Monday as the Tigers were downed 6-5 by the Twins, giving up an unearned run on one hit and four walks over 1.2 innings. He struck out three.

The southpaw barely escaped the ninth inning in a tie game, walking the bases loaded before striking out Willians Astudillo to escape the jam. Soto's luck didn't hold in the 10th, as a Max Kepler walkoff single brought home the phantom runner. The four free passes equaled his total from his prior 12 appearances combined, a stretch during which he'd posted a 2.70 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 18:4 K:BB through 13.1 innings while converting six of seven save chances, so there's currently no reason to be concerned about his place in the closer mix.

Raley allowed two runs on one hit, one walk and a hit batsman without retiring a batter in Monday's 11-8 loss to the Mariners.

With a couple of Houston's more trusted relievers unavailable, manager Dusty Baker had to go with Ryne Stanek and then Raley in the bottom of the eighth inning. Houston led 8-7 before Stanek came in, but Seattle plated four to complete a comeback from a 7-0 deficit. This was Raley's first outing since coming off the COVID-19 protocols list, and he was ejected after three hitters. With runners on first and second, he walked Tom Murphy, gave up a grand slam to Dylan Moore, then hit J.P. Crawford, prompting the ejection.

Hand (5-5) allowed three runs on two hits and a walk while striking out the only batter he retired as he took the loss versus Philadelphia on Monday.

Monday marked Hand's third straight loss and second consecutive blown save. The southpaw allowed a double to Jean Segura and walked Bryce Harper before Andrew McCutchen hit a walkoff home run. Hand is now 20-for-25 in save chances with a 3.67 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 41:18 K:BB through 41.2 innings. If his struggles continue much longer, Daniel Hudson could begin to work his way into a share of the closer role. Hudson allowed two hits in a scoreless inning to earn his 15th hold Monday before Hand's meltdown.

Rogers left Monday's game against the Tigers due to a left middle finger sprain, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

It's unclear whether Rogers will miss extended time as a result of the injury. More information should become available after further evaluation, which will likely occur in the coming days.

Richards (4-1) allowed two runs on a hit and two walks with one strikeout in 1.1 innings, taking the loss Monday versus Boston.

Richards allowed a two-run home run to Alex Verdugo in the eighth inning, and Toronto was unable to pull even again. This was Richards' first loss in 27 appearances between three teams this year. The right-hander owns a 3.72 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 53:14 K:BB across 38.2 innings, and he's not expected to contend for saves in Toronto's bullpen.

Hatch allowed three runs on seven hits and a walk with four strikeouts in 3.2 innings in a no-decision versus Boston on Monday.

The 26-year-old's first appearance of the year wasn't all that impressive, and he was on the hook for the loss before Bo Bichette's fifth-inning homer. Hatch has made eight starts for Triple-A Buffalo this year, but he's only covered 29.1 innings as he was on a pitch count due to an elbow impingement suffered in March. It's unlikely the right-hander sees a regular turn in the rotation once Alek Manoah (back) comes off the injured list, but Hatch could be a candidate to start in a doubleheader versus Boston next week.

Howard (finger) isn't expected to miss any time after leaving Monday's start early against Washington, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

According to Zolecki, Howard left the game after a callus over a blister was torn away. He allowed three runs on six hits and struck out two over 3.2 innings prior to his departure. Fortunately, the issue shouldn't force the right-hander to miss his next turn through the rotation.

Ottavino (3-3) earned the win Monday versus Toronto. He allowed one hit in a scoreless inning.

The right-hander kept the deficit to one run, and Alex Verdugo put Boston ahead in the bottom of the eighth inning. Ottavino struggled during last weekend's series versus the Yankees, allowing four runs across two appearances. He's mostly been a setup man this year with 16 holds, seven saves and four blown saves across 41.1 innings. He's added a solid 3.27 ERA, but his 1.35 WHIP and 47:23 K:BB leave plenty to be desired.

Rogers exited Monday's game against the Tigers due to a hand injury, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.

Rogers was pulled from the contest after he threw a wild pitch, and he was spotted looking down at his hand after the delivery. The nature of the injury is unknown at this time. Alex Colome was called upon to close out the game following the injury.