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Taylor (elbow) threw a bullpen Wednesday and could be activated Friday, Jake Kaplan of The Athletic reports.

Taylor was dealing with elbow discomfort, but the issue has been downplayed since he landed on the injured list. Assuming he feels healthy following his bullpen session, manager Dusty Baker said that the southpaw could return to action as soon as Friday. Taylor carries a 2.12 ERA over 17 relief innings this season.

Sborz was recalled by the Dodgers on Wednesday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Sborz returns just one day after being optioned, with Caleb Ferguson (elbow) heading to the injured list in a corresponding move. Sborz has made three relief appearances so far this season, giving up one run on two hits over three innings.

Ferguson (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

The results of Ferguson's MRI have yet to be released, but the Dodgers evidently don't believe he'll be ready to pitch at any point in the next 10 days. He's likely thrown his last pitch of the regular season, though he could appear in one of the final two games of the campaign if he returns after the minimum 10 days. Josh Sborz was recalled to take his place in the pen.

Topa was recalled by the Brewers on Wednesday.

Topa will be part of his third transaction in as many days, as he was recalled for a doubleheader Monday before being optioned Tuesday. Whether or not he remains on the team longer this time remains to be seen. Josh Lindblom was placed on the bereavement list in a corresponding move.

Devenski underwent season-ending surgery Tuesday to remove a bone spur from his right elbow, Jake Kaplan of The Athletic reports.

The Astros haven't announced a timeline for Devenski's return to full activities, but given that his procedure wasn't a reconstructive one, he should have a good chance at being ready to go for the start of spring training. Due to arm injuries, Devenski was limited to only four appearances out of the Houston bullpen this season.

Strahm (knee) threw a bullpen session Wednesday, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Strahm hit the injured list Friday with right knee inflammation. Given that he's throwing again within a week, it doesn't appear that he's set for a lengthy absence, though whether or not he returns after the minimum 10 days remains to be seen.

Ferguson underwent an MRI on his left elbow Wednesday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Ferguson suffered some sort of elbow injury during Tuesday's game against the Padres. He's yet to be placed on the injured list, though a move could come once the results of the test are known.

The Dodgers announced Graterol as their starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Padres, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Dustin May had previously been listed as the probable starter for the series finale in San Diego, but he's apparently still experiencing some discomfort in his foot after being struck by a comebacker in his previous start Sept. 10. Graterol started in his most recent appearance Sept. 13 versus the Astros, but he worked as a glorified opener in the contest, recording three outs via strikeout before giving way to the bullpen. The Dodgers may allow Graterol to work 2-to-3 innings Wednesday, but expect manager Dave Roberts to treat the series finale as another bullpen game.

Kelly has completed his five-game suspension and will be active for Wednesday's game against the Padres, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Kelly was hit with the ban (which was initially set to be eight games before being reduced upon appeal) for throwing near the heads of a pair of Astros hitters back in late July. The punishment was delayed for quite some time, first during the appeals process and then while Kelly spent a month on the shelf with shoulder inflammation. He's finally ready to go and should be able to make a handful of appearances for the Dodgers down the stretch.

The Royals optioned Junis to their alternate training site Wednesday.

The demotion comes after Junis was called on to make a spot start Tuesday in place of Danny Duffy, who missed the Royals' flight to Detroit. He lasted 2.1 innings in the 6-0 loss to the Tigers, giving up five runs on seven hits and a walk. Unless the Royals place a player on the injured list and bring Junis back in a corresponding move, his 2020 season could be over.