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Thompson was brought back to the Phillies to be their 26th man for Monday's doubleheader against the Mets.

Thompson has bounced between Philadelphia and Triple-A Lehigh Valley throughout the year, recording a 5.54 ERA in 13 major-league innings. He'll likely spend just one day with the team this time around and will pitch in a low-leverage role if he appears at all.

Flaherty allowed three runs (two earned) on four hits and two walks across 2.1 innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Giants. He struck out two.

Flaherty breezed through the first two innings, but he allowed three runs on three hits, a walk and an error in the third before he was lifted with one out. Overall he didn't throw the ball that effectively, continuing a recent run of mediocrity that's seen him allow 10 earned runs over his last 12.1 innings. Flaherty still owns a solid 3.34 ERA on the season and will look to get back on track this weekend against the Reds.

Wood pitched six innings Sunday but didn't factor into the decision, yielding three runs on two walks and five hits while striking out four in the Dodgers' loss to the Angels. He also allowed a home run.

After falling to 1-5 on June 9, Wood had taken the victory in four consecutive starts but couldn't continue the streak Sunday. Overall, he threw a pretty clean outing aside from the three-run homer from Yasiel Puig in the second inning. The left-hander will carry his 3.88 ERA into Friday's rematch with the Angels.

Flexen (0-2) allowed five runs on five hits and three walks while striking out two through three innings as he took the loss Sunday against Tampa Bay.

Flexen was roughed up in the first inning, as he surrendered a three-run blast to C.J. Cron to put his team in an early 3-0 hole. He was lifted with a 5-0 deficit after giving up two more runs in the third. During Flexen's limited time in the major leagues this season, he's been anything but sharp, posting an alarming 12.79 ERA and 3.16 WHIP with three strikeouts over 6.1 innings. After a discouraging outing, he seems unlikely to stick with the big club, especially with Noah Syndergaard (finger) and Jason Vargas (calf) on the verge of returning.

Greinke tossed 4.1 innings Sunday, yielding two runs on six hits and three walks in a 4-3 loss to the Padres. He struck out five batters in the no-decision.

It was the shortest outing of 2018 for Greinke, who failed to factor into the decision in the 16-inning marathon game. Though it wasn't of much consequence to fantasy owners, Greinke acquitted himself well offensively, going 1-for-2 with a run scored and collecting his third stolen base of the season. The 34-year-old will carry a 9-5 record and 3.39 ERA into his final start before the All-Star break, which is expected to come Saturday against the Braves.

Musgrove (finger) said he would return from the 10-day disabled list to start Tuesday's game against the Nationals, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. "I'm good to go," Musgrove said after completing a bullpen session Sunday.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle essentially validated Musgrove's comments, saying the right-hander would be a "TBA" for Tuesday's game but only as a technicality since he's coming off the DL. Since Musgrove last pitched June 29 against the Padres, he'll rejoin the Pirates in the minimum 10 days and likely won't face any restrictions with his pitch count. Clay Holmes made a spot start in Musgrove's stead July 4 versus the Dodgers and was demoted to Triple-A Indianapolis two days later.

Paddack gave up one run while ceding one hit and a walk over six innings for Double-A San Antonio on Saturday. He struck out five and came away with the win in his Texas League debut.

Beyond yielding a solo home run in the second inning, Paddack was unfazed with the upgrade in competition from what he faced at High-A Lake Elsinore, at least for one start. The 6-foot-4, 195-pound Paddack doesn't possess high-end velocity, but he makes up for it with a fastball that features deceptive movement and is commanded impeccably. The 22-year-old righty has already amassed 88 strikeouts while issuing only five walks across 58.1 innings this season.

Senzatela (3-2) took the loss Sunday, allowing six runs in six innings on three walks and five hits while Colorado fell 6-4 to Seattle. He struck out two and allowed a home run.

After giving up three runs in the first inning, Senzatela settled in for most of the outing before giving up a three-run shot off the bat of Ryon Healy. The 23-year-old was stellar in his last outing, firing seven shutout innings in a win against the Giants. Prior to being sent back to Triple-A Albuquerque, Senzatela was working in a relief role in Colorado but should retain a spot in the rotation with Jon Gray now in the minors. Assuming he makes his next start, he'll see the Mariners once again Saturday.

Corcino was outrighted to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday.

Corcino was dumped from the 40-man roster Wednesday, when he was designated for assignment after the Dodgers needed to clear a spot for the newly acquired Dylan Floro. After going unclaimed off waivers, Corcino will stick in the organization and continue working in a starting role for the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate. Over 56.2 innings in the minors this season, Corcino has posted a 3.02 ERA and 58:25 K:BB.

Castillo allowed three runs on six hits and two walks across four innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Cubs. He struck out three.

Castillo got into a bit of trouble in the second inning, allowing two runs on two hits and a walk to start the frame. He was spotted a one-run lead going into the fourth, but he gave that right back as the hosts scored on a pair of hits to tie the game. Castillo worked up to 83 pitches to escape the jam and wasn't brought back out as the game moved into the fifth. It was a disappointing outing for Castillo, who delivered one of his strongest starts of the season last time out, and he'll look to get back on track next weekend against the Cardinals.