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Rodriguez (elbow) will throw another bullpen session Monday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Rodriguez is set to toss his third session during his recovery from right elbow inflammation, which would be another step closer to beginning a minor-league rehab assignment. The hard-throwing right-hander should be stashed in the majority of mixed leagues, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect him back in the Orioles' rotation until late April at the earliest. Cade Povich is currently working as Baltimore's fifth starter, but he's struggled to a 6.10 ERA and 1.94 WHIP over 10.1 innings (two starts) to begin the year.

Blanco pitched 1.2 innings, giving up four runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three batters in Sunday's 9-7 extra-inning win over the Twins. He did not factor into the decision.

Blanco was in trouble early Sunday, surrendering three hits and a walk in the first inning, which resulted in three runs for Minnesota. He then walked two batters and gave up two singles while recording just two outs in the second frame. Blanco has now combined to allow seven runs on eight hits and six walks while striking out nine batters over 6.2 innings in two starts this season. His next turn in the rotation is tentatively set to come Saturday at home against the Angels.

Warren did not factor into the decision in Sunday's 5-4 extra-innings loss to the Pirates, allowing four runs on six hits and one walk with five strikeouts over four innings.

Warren labored through four innings, tallying 87 total pitches and yielding four runs over his final two frames. Through two starts, the 25-year-old owns a 6.00 ERA, 1.74 WHIP and 9:5 K:BB across nine innings. He's slated for a home matchup with the Giants next weekend.

The Blue Jays list Lucas as their probable starter for Monday's game against the Red Sox at Fenway Park.

Lucas entered the rotation last Wednesday as a replacement for the injured Max Scherzer (thumb) and turned some heads in his first MLB start. He completed five innings en route to scooping up a win against the Nationals, striking out three batters in the process while allowing just three baserunners. The 28-year-old southpaw tentatively lines up for a two-start week; after Monday's outing, he's on track to face the Orioles on the road Saturday.

Povich (0-1) took the loss Sunday against the Royals, allowing four runs on 13 hits and no walks over six innings. He struck out four.

The Baltimore southpaw allowed a career-worst 13 hits -- a triple, three doubles and nine singles -- as the Royals sprayed the ball around the park. Despite the hit parade, Povich tossed only 88 pitches, 61 of which were strikes, to complete this appearance. After 10.1 innings this season, the 24-year-old sports an ugly 6.10 ERA and 1.84 WHIP; however, better things may come for Povich as his FIP is 1.20 due in part to a .529 BABIP. He currently lines up to make his next start against the Blue Jays at home next weekend.

Castillo is scheduled to make his next start Wednesday versus the Astros in Seattle, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Castillo made his Seattle debut and his first MLB start in San Francisco on Friday, when he struck out two and allowed three runs on six hits and six hits over three innings in a no-decision. While not overly impressive, Castillo's performance was good enough to earn him another turn through the rotation, but he likely won't be in store for an extended stay with Seattle. As soon as George Kirby (shoulder) completes a rehab assignment and is deemed ready to make his MLB season debut, Castillo will be the odd man out of the rotation, barring injuries to any of Seattle's other four starters.

Bubic (2-0) earned the win Sunday versus Baltimore, completing 6.2 innings while allowing one run on five hits and a walk. He struck out eight.

The Kansas City southpaw absolutely stymied the Orioles over his 99 pitches, generating an impressive 16 whiffs, with half of those coming on his changeup. The only blemish on his line came in the seventh inning when Bubic was tiring -- he allowed Ryan Mountcastle to cross the plate on a wild pitch. Bubic might be in line for a breakout season, as he's opened with 12.2 scoreless innings with a 16:3 K:BB. The 27-year-old lines up to make his next start against the Guardians on the road next weekend.

Jobe did not factor into the decision in Sunday's 4-3 win against the White Sox, pitching five innings while allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits and three walks. He struck out four.

The rookie right-hander looked sharper in this 86-pitch outing but generated just six whiffs against a subpar Chicago lineup. Jobe managed to limit hard contact, as all four hits yielded were singles, but the walks are looking problematic to start the season for the 22-year-old. Over his first nine innings, Jobe has a 5.00 ERA and 1.56 WHIP with a 7:7 K:BB. He is currently scheduled to make his next start against the Twins in Minnesota next weekend.

Perez took a no-decision Sunday against the Tigers. He struck out four over 6.1 innings while allowing one run on four hits and two walks.

The veteran lefty tossed 82 pitches, including 51 strikes, while topping out at just 90.4 mph; however, he managed to earn his second quality start in as many outings this season. The only blemish on Perez's line was an RBI-single hit by Javier Baez in the second inning. Perez will continue to anchor the White Sox rotation with performances like this one, as his ERA now stands at 1.42, supported by a 2.29 FIP, over his first 12.1 frames. The 34-year-old is currently scheduled to make his next start against the Red Sox at home next weekend.

Francis (1-1) took the loss Sunday versus the Mets, allowing two runs on six hits and two walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out six.

Francis worked around six singles over his 90 pitches, out of which he generated 10 whiffs. The New York lineup was unable to square up the Toronto right-hander, as the pair of runs they were plated in the third inning came on a Pete Alonso single and Brandon Nimmo sacrifice fly. Francis now sports a 3.18 ERA and 1.15 WHIP with a 10:5 K:BB over his first 11.1 innings. The 28-year-old lines up to make his next start at Baltimore next weekend.