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Peterson (5-2) took the loss Tuesday in Atlanta, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks while striking out nine in 5.1 innings.

Peterson cruised through the first five innings, holding Atlanta scoreless and allowing just a hit and two walks. After striking out Ronald Acuna to begin the sixth, he issued a walk and gave up a two-run homer to Matt Olson and was removed from the game. Over his last two starts, the lefty has fanned 16 and walked eight in nine innings of work. If Peterson starts again before the All-Star break, it would be Sunday against the Cubs.

Kluber (5-5) earned the win Tuesday over Boston, striking out seven in six innings while allowing two runs on four hits and a walk.

Kluber faced the minimum through the first four innings, striking out five and eliminating the lone baserunner on a double-play ball. After allowing two singles, he gave up a two-run triple to Bobby Dalbec with two outs in the fifth. The seven strikeouts were his most in a start since he recorded eight in a game May 16. Should he get another start before the All-Star break, it would be Sunday against Baltimore.

Sale struck out five in five scoreless innings while allowing three hits and a walk in a 3-2 loss Tuesday in Tampa Bay. He did not factor into the decision.

In his season debut for the Red Sox, Sale scattered three hits and a walk and tossed 53 of his 78 pitches for strikes. He left the game with a 2-0 lead, but the Red Sox bullpen allowed three runs in the sixth, denying Sale the opportunity to earn the win. The lefty was reportedly capped at 85 pitches, so it's no surprise he was pulled after five. While the Red Sox have not yet made an official announcement on the weekend's starters, it's possible Sale could start Sunday against the Yankees.

Manning (biceps/shoulder) reported to Single-A Lakeland to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday and threw two scoreless innings.

The right-hander has been on the shelf since mid-April, but he's now entered the final stage of his rehab program. According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Manning is expected to move up to Triple-A Toledo for another rehab outing this weekend, assuming he checks out fine after Tuesday's appearance.

Cavalli left his start for Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday with an apparent arm injury, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.

Cavalli called for the training staff after throwing a pitch during the fourth inning, and it looks to be an arm issue since he was walking around the mound normally. The 23-year-old didn't pitch for Rochester during the second half of June after experiencing some arm soreness, and it's possible the issue cropped up again Tuesday.

Gray won't start as scheduled Tuesday versus the Mariners since the game was postponed due to inclement weather.

The contest will be made up via a doubleheader Wednesday, and Gray should start one of those games. The postponement likely means it will be his final appearance prior to the All-Star break.

Flexen won't start as scheduled Tuesday at Washington since the game was postponed due to inclement weather.

The right-hander last started July 4 in San Diego and delivered 6.2 scoreless innings, and he'll have to wait another day before retaking the mound due to some severe weather. The game is being made up via a doubleheader Wednesday, and Flexen figures to start one of those contests. The postponement means it's likely to be his last outing before the All-Star break.

Heaney (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Saturday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Heaney threw a live bullpen session Tuesday, clearing the way for him to begin a minor-league rehab assignment. The left-hander is expected to cover 3-to-4 innings Saturday, and it remains to be seen if he'll require another rehab start before rejoining the big-league club. Manager Dave Roberts said Heaney could be limited to about 75 pitches per start upon his return, though it's unclear whether that would be a temporary measure.

Kikuchi (neck) threw a bullpen session Tuesday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Kikuchi isn't eligible to return from the 15-day injured list this week after he was deactivated July 7 due to a neck strain, but the fact that he's back on the mound already suggests he won't be in store for an extended absence. Even if he remains uninhibited as he builds back up from the injury, Kikuchi may not be guaranteed a spot in the Toronto rotation upon his return from the IL. The veteran southpaw was productive over a stretch of five starts in May, but he's mostly struggled in his other 11 outings on the season. He'll carry a 5.12 ERA and 1.57 WHIP into the All-Star break.

Gausman (ankle) threw a bullpen session Tuesday and could be an option to start Thursday's home game against the Royals, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports.

Gausman hasn't pitched since exiting his July 2 start against the Rays after suffering a bruised right ankle when he was struck by a comebacker, but the Blue Jays continue to delay any potential move to the injured list. The team is seemingly hopeful that he'll be ready to return to the rotation for the final series before the All-Star break, but a decision on his status might not be made until the Blue Jays get a chance to re-evaluate him Wednesday. If Gausman isn't ready to pitch against Kansas City, rookie Max Castillo would likely receive another turn through Toronto's rotation.