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The Mariners optioned Lao to Triple-A Tacoma on Wednesday.

Lao allowed one unearned run with a 3:0 K:BB over a 1.2-inning relief appearance during his major-league debut Tuesday against the Red Sox. He's being replaced by a fresh bullpen arm, with Casey Lawrence absorbing his spot on the roster.

The Mariners selected Lawrence's contract from Triple-A Tacoma on Wednesday.

Lawrence was just outrighted off the 40-man roster Tuesday but is back again to provide length in the bullpen. The veteran right-hander has permitted two earned runs with a 1:1 K:BB over five frames in the majors this season.

White Sox manager Will Venable confirmed that Wilson will start Wednesday's game against the Twins in Minnesota, Jack Ankony of SI.com reports.

After Venable previously suggested that Wilson was on track to serve as a bulk reliever Wednesday, the right-hander will instead begin the game on the mound as he steps into the rotation spot vacated by Martin Perez (elbow), who isn't expected back until late in the 2025 season. Though he's previously made 52 career starts in the majors, Wilson has operated exclusively as a reliever in 2025 and will likely have his workload monitored carefully Wednesday. Wilson, however, should be capable of providing more length than a typical opening pitcher, as he made a three-inning, 64-pitch appearance back on April 4. With a strong showing Wednesday, Wilson should have a chance at sticking around in the rotation on a more permanent basis while Perez faces a long-term absence.

Trivino allowed five earned runs on three hits -- including two home runs -- and a walk over two-thirds of an inning in Tuesday's 11-3 loss to Milwaukee. He also hit one batter.

The veteran reliever entered the game for Jordan Hicks in the sixth, inheriting two runners with no outs. Trivino retired the first batter he faced, but things unraveled from there, as he surrendered a grand slam and a two-run home run before being pulled. The right-hander now owns a 6.97 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and a 10:5 K:BB across 10.1 innings in nine appearances this season.

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt said Wednesday that Clase experienced some shoulder discomfort after his most recent appearance in Sunday's 5-4 extra-inning win over the Pirates, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

Clase came away with his third win but was charged with his second blown save of the season Sunday, giving up three earned runs on four hits and one walk before retiring the final batter of the ninth inning. The reliever had worked on three consecutive days over the weekend, so the Guardians' decision not to use him in save situations Monday and Tuesday against the Yankees in favor of Cade Smith was initially believed to be rest-related. With Vogt now disclosing that Clase is managing a shoulder issue, the right-hander's availability for Wednesday's series finale isn't known. Clase was able to play catch Wednesday, so for now, the shoulder injury isn't considered serious enough for the Guardians to shut him down from throwing.

Bender gave up a hit in a scoreless eighth inning to record his second hold of the season in Tuesday's win over the Reds.

The right-hander continues to be a reliable -- if not exactly dominant -- high-leverage arm in the Marlins' bullpen. Bender has a 1.80 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 7:5 K:BB through 10 innings with one win and one save in addition to his holds, but he hasn't been called upon to protect a ninth-inning lead since April 1. Calvin Faucher and Jesus Tinoco appear to be the preferred closing options for manager Clayton McCullough at the moment.

Erceg (foot) collected a hold and tossed a perfect frame in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Rockies in 11 innings.

Erceg departed Friday's 7-3 loss to the Tigers after being struck on the left foot by a comebacker, but X-rays came back negative, and he was ready to go after three days of rest. After Erceg delivered a scoreless eighth inning, Carlos Estevez suffered a blown save in the ninth inning and now has a 10:9 K:BB over 11 frames this season. Erceg has surprisingly managed just five strikeouts in his 8.1 innings, but he's allowed just one run across 10 appearances. Estevez should have some more leash as the Royals' closer, but Erceg would be next in line if manager Matt Quatraro decides to make a change.

Estevez was charged with a blown save after allowing three runs on one hit and three walks Tuesday against the Rockies. He did not record a strikeout.

Estevez was brought in for the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. He got two outs on just four pitches but then proceeded to load the bases with three straight walks, and Jacob Stallings made him pay with a bases-clearing double. The Royals were able to get a run back in the ninth to send the game to extras and save Estevez from a loss, but Estevez has now issued a walk in three straight appearances and has an unsightly 1:5 K:BB in four innings over that span. For the season, he owns a 3.27 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 10:9 K:BB in 11 innings.

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Tuesday that Martinez is dealing with right shoulder fatigue, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Lovullo went on to say that it "could be" a dead arm phase for Martinez, who is "very, very close" to 100 percent. Martinez has not pitched since last Thursday, but Lovullo is hopeful that the reliever will be available out of the bullpen Wednesday against the Rays. If Martinez isn't ready to pitch Wednesday, Shelby Miller, Drey Jameson, Jalen Beeks and Ryan Thompson would represent the top candidate to see a save chance for the Diamondbacks.

Jackson worked a perfect ninth inning Tuesday to record his seventh save of the season in an 8-5 win over the A's.

The veteran righty coaxed three groundballs out of the heart of the A's order to end the night. Jackson has reeled off nine straight scoreless appearances after a rough Opening Day, and on the season he's a perfect 7-for-7 in converting save chances with a 3.00 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 6:2 K:BB in nine innings.