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Davies struck out two and yielded one run on six hits and two walks over 5.1 innings in a no-decision against Pittsburgh on Sunday.

It was a solid outing for Davies, who had recorded a 6.20 ERA over 24.2 innings this month prior to Sunday's start. The 26-year-old coughed up a run in the first inning but kept the Pirates' bats mostly silent for the rest of the afternoon. He'll carry a 3.24 ERA into a rematch in Pittsburgh on Friday.

Ryu has been announced as the starting pitcher for the National League in the All-Star Game, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Time reports.

Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts will be managing the National League squad, and he's named one of his own as the starter of the Midsummer Classic. Ryu has been stellar on the hill this season for the Dodgers, posting a 1.83 ERA and 0.90 WHIP with a 94:7 K:BB over 103 innings.

DeSclafani (5-4) struck out seven and gave up five hits and one walk over six scoreless innings to take the win over the Cubs on Sunday.

DeSclafani forced 11 swinging strikes and was efficient, throwing only 73 pitches through six innings. The right-hander allowed one or fewer runs in four of his five starts in June. The Reds do not let him face a lineup for a third time, which limits his upside, but it could be an explanation for his recent effectiveness. DeSclafani will look to keep rolling in his next start Saturday against the Indians at Great American Ball Park.

Lopez (shoulder) will begin his throwing program Monday, Andre Fernandez of The Athletic reports.

Lopez was expected to start his throwing progression Saturday but instead had it pushed back by a couple days. The 23-year-old will require some time to build up his arm strength and isn't expected to rejoin the Marlins anytime soon, but it's nonetheless a good sign to see him begin throwing after dealing with the right shoulder strain.

Syndergaard (hamstring) was activated off the 10-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Braves.

Syndergaard landed on the injured list June 16 with the hamstring strain but is set to rejoin the Mets after one rehab start with Low-A Brooklyn. The 26-year-old had a 4.55 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 93:24 K:BB over 95 innings prior to going down with the injury. According to manager Mickey Callaway, Syndergaard is expected to be limited to around 90-100 pitches in his first start back from the IL, per Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record.

Manager Dave Roberts said he plans on having Urias pitch three innings in relief Sunday against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Though starter Kenta Maeda is sufficiently stretched out, the Dodgers probably aren't counting on him to work deep into the outing at hitter paradise Coors Field. As a result, Urias will likely be tapped to piggyback Maeda at some point in the contest, though he could face similar troubles in keeping the Rockies bats at bay in the thin air of Colorado. Urias hasn't permitted an earned run over his last six appearances (spanning 14 innings) and has allowed only 10 baserunners during that stretch.

Darvish is scheduled to start Wednesday's game at Pittsburgh, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.

Darvish originally lined up to start Tuesday's contest, but he'll be pushed back a day with Kyle Hendricks (shoulder) set to make his return from the injured list. Darvish has given up nine runs in his last two outings and will look to get back on track in his last start before the All-Star break.

Hendricks (shoulder) is scheduled to rejoin the starting rotation Tuesday at Pittsburgh, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.

Hendricks completed a bullpen session Saturday with no issues, apparently clearing the way for his return from the injured list. The 29-year-old landed on the IL with right shoulder inflammation June 15 and could face a limited pitch count in his return, but he shouldn't have significant restrictions going forward given the relative briefness of his absence.

Greinke (9-3) allowed five hits and struck out six over seven scoreless innings for the win Saturday against the Giants.

Greinke scattered those five hits and was never threatened in the start, the 16th time in 18 outings that he's pitched at least six innings. The Diamondbacks' ace lowered his ERA to an All-Star-worthy 2.90 and will make his next start Friday at home against Colorado.

Paddack (5-4) earned the win Saturday, allowing one run on two hits and a walk while striking out eight over six innings in a 12-2 win over the Cardinals.

Paddack helped his own cause, tying the game with his first major-league RBI on a groundout to ignite a seven-run second inning for the Padres. On the mound, the rookie was stingy, throwing 72 of his 97 pitches for strikes. Paddack owns a 3.05 ERA and 0.94 WHIP with an 81:17 K:BB heading into his next start versus the Dodgers.