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Sulser allowed a walk and struck out two over 1.2 scoreless innings in Tuesday's 13-6 loss to Tampa Bay.

The right-hander was the only one of five Baltimore pitchers to keep runs off the board in Tuesday's blowout loss. Sulser has pitched to a 2.45 ERA, 0.89 WHIP and 23:3 K:BB across 14.2 innings this season. He's picked up a win and a hold in 11 outings, but the reliever hasn't seen much high-leverage work despite his sharp numbers. He had allowed three runs in his last two innings prior to his solid showing Tuesday.

Littell allowed a run on two hits and struck out one in one inning to earn a hold in Tuesday's 4-2 win over Cincinnati.

The right-hander gave up a solo home run to Nick Castellanos and a single to Tyler Naquin in the eighth inning. Littell has started to feature in high-leverage work, netting three holds in his last four outings. The homer Tuesday was the first run he's allowed in 7.2 innings, and he's added a 1.17 WHIP and 5:3 K:BB in nine appearances. The 25-year-old isn't likely to challenge for save opportunities -- Jake McGee and Tyler Rogers have filled that role for San Francisco this season.

Chapman gave up a hit and struck out three in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his 10th save of the season in a 7-4 win over the Rangers.

It's the sixth time in 16 appearances this season Chapman has gotten all his outs via strikeout. The veteran closer has been almost untouchable so far, and he has yet to give up an earned run or blow a save while piling up a 34:5 K:BB through 16 innings.

Pomeranz (lat) could throw a light bullpen session Wednesday or Thursday, 97.3 The Fan reports.

The left-handed pitcher played catch on the field Monday, per Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune, and appears likely to get back on the mound within the next two days. Though the organization has yet to provide an expected return date for Pomeranz, it's not out of the question that he could rejoin the club soon after the team's Thursday off day.

Reyes walked one in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his 12th save of the season in a 5-2 win over the Pirates.

The 26-year-old continues to roll as the Cards' closer. Reyes has yet to blow a save this season and has only been scored upon once in 20 appearances, leading to a 0.41 ERA accompanied by a 28:20 K:BB through 22 innings. That walk rate is a concern, but he's been almost unhittable so far this year.

Patino allowed four runs on six hits and two walks across 3.1 innings during Tuesday's 13-6 win at Baltimore. He recorded six strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision.

The right-hander was in prime position to secure his second win of the season after the Rays provided an 8-0 cushion, but the 21-year-old needed 82 pitches for 10 outs and was unable to finish the fourth frame. Patino has a 3.60 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 19:4 K:BB over 15.1 innings this season.

Yang will start Wednesday's game against the Yankees.

The 33-year-old was in consideration to start or serve as the primary pitcher Wednesday, and he'll end up starting the contest. Yang had his contract selected in late April and has pitched well with a 3.38 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 13:5 K:BB over 16 innings (four appearances).

Rogers (1-2) earned the win Tuesday after tossing a scoreless inning against the White Sox. He allowed one hit and struck out two batters.

Rogers entered a tie game in the top of the ninth inning and worked around a single by Yermin Mercedes to keep Minnesota's hopes alive. The Twins came through in the bottom of the frame with a walkoff RBI single by Jorge Polanco, gifting Rogers with his first win of the year. Though he's the top guy in the Twins' bullpen now, the left-hander has collected only two saves this season, most recently back on May 3 against the Rangers.

Bazardo exited Tuesday's minor-league game with an apparent right arm injury, Katie Morrison of MassLiveSports reports.

The 25-year-old sailed a pitch to the backstop and immediately grabbed at his arm during Tuesday's game for Triple-A Worchester. Bazardo figures to be unavailable for at least a few days while being evaluated.

Rodriguez (shoulder) felt good after throwing a bullpen session Tuesday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

The 22-year-old had yet to resume throwing around this time last week, so the fact that he's now throwing off a mound represents significant progress in his recovery. Rodriguez may require a couple more bullpen sessions or live batting practice before returning from the injured list.