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Bundy (3-3) gave up six runs (five earned) on eight hits and one walk in 2.1 innings Saturday against the Blue Jays. He struck out two and took the loss.

Bundy gave up two home runs in this one and has now given up at least four earned runs in four of his last six starts and at least five earned runs in three of his last six. He actually threw all of his pitches significantly harder (2.1 mph harder on the fourseam) than he had averaged on the season, but that increased velocity didn't unlock another level for Bundy. If the Twins stay on a five-man rotation, Bundy would line up to pitch next weekend against the Rays.

Berrios (4-2) gave up two earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out a career-high 13 batters Saturday against the Twins. He picked up the win.

This was Berrios' best start of the season and one of the best starts of his career. It comes on the heels of him giving up six earned runs in 2.1 innings against the Angels, so it's possible fantasy managers benched him ahead of this start. He got eight whiffs with his curveball and another eight with his sinker, as both pitches got whiffs over 60 percent of the time in this one. Berrios averaged 94.3 mph with his fourseam fastball, up from 93.8 mph on the season. He lines up to face the Tigers in Detroit next weekend.

Severino (4-1) pitched seven scoreless, one-hit innings Saturday against the Tigers. He struck out 10, walked one and picked up the win.

He was devastating with his slider, which generated whiffs on eight of 11 swings against (73 percent). Severino was topping out at 99 mph with his fastball and sitting 96.4 mph. He has 38 strikeouts in 31 innings over his last five starts and his season ERA is down to 2.95. Severino lines up for a home start against the Cubs next weekend.

DeGrom (shoulder) threw a 19-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

DeGrom's bullpen session Saturday was the first time he threw off a mound since spring training, and he threw 19 fastballs at moderate intensity. The right-hander was throwing off flat ground for several weeks, and he'll now shift his focus to ramping up his intensity. While Saturday's bullpen session was a significant step in the right direction for deGrom, he still has several hurdles to clear before he's in the mix to rejoin the Mets' rotation.

Lodolo (back) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Lodolo simulated two innings during Saturday's throwing session with two sets of 15 pitches. After throwing bullpen sessions Wednesday and Saturday, the left-hander expects to throw live batting practice this week. As long as Lodolo feels good after facing live hitters, he expects to throw two innings during a rehab assignment. The 24-year-old still needs to build up his pitch count prior to rejoining the Reds, but he's made good progress in his recovery recently.

Sale (ribs) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.

Sale didn't face any issues after throwing 25 pitches off a mound Wednesday, and he replicated that throwing session Saturday. Assuming he feels good following Saturday's bullpen, the southpaw could progress to facing live hitters next week. The 33-year-old will presumably require a rehab assignment at some point, but it's not yet clear how many minor-league outings he'll require prior to rejoining the Red Sox.

Alexander will start Tuesday's game against the Phillies, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Alexander posted a quality start during his major-league debut Wednesday against the Cubs, as he allowed three runs (two earned) on seven hits and three walks while striking out three in seven innings. The right-hander will be rewarded with another turn in the major-league rotation, but it's possible that he heads back to the minors following Tuesday's start since Brandon Woodruff (ankle) hopes to return after a minimal IL stint.

Velasquez's groin injury appears to be minor, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Although Velasquez landed on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain Friday, it doesn't appear as though his injury is a significant concern. The right-hander played catch Friday and plans to throw a bullpen session in the coming days. It seems likely that Velasquez will be able to rejoin the White Sox following a relatively minimal IL stint, but it's not yet clear whether a rotation spot will be open since Lance Lynn (knee) is nearing a return.

Garrett has joined the Marlins as part of their taxi squad and will likely start Sunday's game against the Giants, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports.

Garrett was shut down for a month at Triple-A Jacksonville due to a left shoulder injury, but he returned to action May 21. The southpaw allowed a hit and no walks while striking out three in five scoreless innings against Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre last Sunday and will likely draw his first major-league start of the season Sunday. Elieser Hernandez was optioned to Triple-A on Saturday, so Garrett should have a chance to remain in Miami's rotation.

Mikolas (4-3) allowed four runs on eight hits and three walks while striking out four in five innings, earning the win over the Cubs on Friday.

Mikolas wasn't at his best, but the Cardinals' lively offense propped him up well. He's allowed 16 runs (15 earned) over his last 23.1 innings in four starts after starting the year without allowing more than two runs in any of his first seven outings. Overall, he's at a 3.02 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 51:15 K:BB across 65.2 innings. Mikolas is projected for a road start versus the Rays next week.