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Teheran (1-6) allowed three runs on three hits and two walks during 5.2 innings in Friday's loss against the Dodgers. He struck out seven.

The home runs killed Teheran as he allowed three in just 5.2 innings, and he's permitted only seven over 69.1 innings prior to Friday. Teheran's 2.92 ERA suggests he's been a very good pitcher, but wins will be hard to get for him considering the lack of talent in the Braves' lineup. His next start is scheduled for Wednesday against the Padres.

Maeda (5-3) only allowed two runs (one earned) with six hits and two walks over 6.1 innings of work in the win against Atlanta on Friday. He struck out five.

Maeda dazzled during April to the tune of a 1.41 ERA, but his ERA jumped to 3.00 by the end of May as he recorded just one quality start in his previous five turns prior to Friday night. While Maeda has an 8.0 K/9 through 11 starts this season, he's fanned five or fewer batters in each of his last five trips to the mound. He's lined up for a home matchup against Colorado in his next scheduled start Wednesday.

Finnegan (2-4) gave up five hits, an earned run, and three walks over 6.1 innings in Friday's 7-2 victory over the Nationals. He struck out two.

The 23-year-old southpaw turned in his second quality start in his last three trips to the mound, throwing 68 of 110 pitches for strikes, while inducing 10 swings-and-misses as well. He also stopped a four-start losing streak, and got his ERA to the lowest it's been since April 26. Finnegan will try to keep his positive momentum going next Thursday versus the Cardinals.

Wainwright (5-4) went seven innings against the Giants on Friday, and allowed only two runs on five hits and a walk while fanning six.

Wainwright was sharp, but he was outdueled by Johnny Cueto. Despite the loss, the 34-year-old lowered his ERA for the fourth consecutive game, and he registered a season-high mark for strikeouts. Moreover, Wainwright has done a good job keeping the ball in the park recently, having gone without allowing a long ball in three of his last four starts. He'll face the Reds in Cincinnati on Thursday in his next scheduled start.

Cueto (9-1) went six innings against St. Louis on Friday, and he allowed only one run on four hits and five walks. He struck out only one.

Cueto delivered his sixth straight quality start, but he struggled with his control as only 60 of his 105 offerings went for strikes. Back discomfort might have played a role in Friday's performance, but he still led the Giants to the win. Cueto will look to keep it going in his next start against the Dodgers on Friday, as he'll get extra rest with two off-days on the schedule for the upcoming week.

Teheran (foot) has been confirmed as Friday's starter against the Dodgers.

The 25-year-old labored through 5.1 innings his last time out (113 pitches), and Teheran revealed afterward that a foot blister affected his mechanics. It's uncertain if he's still dealing with any discomfort, but there has been nothing from the team or its local beat writers to suggest Teheran will be limited in any significant way.

The Mets are now projecting Wheeler (elbow) for a return after the All-Star break, Matt Ehalt of the Bergen Record reports.

As of a few weeks ago, the team was still looking at July 1 as a tentative date for Wheeler's return from Tommy John surgery. However, Wheeler just began incorporating his secondary pitches into bullpen sessions, and it seems the Mets don't want him to feel pressure to rush back. Wheeler's a quality stash in NL-only leagues, but those in mixed leagues may want to wait a little while longer before shelling out the free agent dollars.

Cueto has been confirmed as Friday's starter against the Cardinals.

Some side/back discomfort led to a bit of uncertainty regarding Cueto's status for Friday, but it seems he convinced the training staff of his health. There has been nothing to suggest Cueto will be limited in any way against St. Louis as he looks to turn in his sixth straight quality start.

Anderson appears to be moving to the bullpen with High-A Rancho Cucamonga after starting the season with a 5.79 ERA and ugly 20:27 K:BB in 28 innings in Double-A, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.

A former first round pick (18th overall in 2013), Anderson has a minor league career 4.8 BB/9 and looks to be a bust at this point.

Rea was charged with six runs (five earned) on six hits and one walk while striking out three over 5.1 innings against the Mariners on Thursday. He did not factor in the decision.

Rea and the Padres held a 12-2 lead after five innings, but the San Diego bullpen imploded in spectacular fashion. It was Rea's first start back in the majors following a brief stint in the minors, which was part of a plan to manage his innings total -- Rea has maxed out at 139 innings in a season as a professional. He has shown flashes at times this year, but most in deeper leagues will want to continue picking their spots with the right-hander.