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Holliday went 4-for-5 with a triple, three runs scored and an RBI in Friday's 12-10 loss to the Red Sox.

The Baltimore rookie collected his first career four-hit performance that included his first major-league triple, and he scored a career-high three runs. Since being recalled July 31, Holliday has batted .286 (16-for-35) with five homers, 13 runs scored and 14 RBI across 15 games. The 20-year-old should continue to play every day at second base for the Orioles as the team marches to the postseason and could move up in a potent batting order if he remains hot -- Holliday has yet to hit higher than sixth in the majors.

Heaney (4-13) yielded four runs on five hits and a walk over 4.1 innings Friday, striking out eight and taking a loss against Minnesota.

The big blow against Heaney came when Carlos Santana took him deep for a three-run shot in the fifth inning. The veteran southpaw is now 0-3 with a brutal 6.66 ERA over his last five starts, and he has just one win since the start of July. Heaney owns a 4.20 ERA with a 123:35 K:BB through 124.1 innings this season. His next start is lined up to come at home against the Pirates.

Woods Richardson (4-3) allowed two runs on three hits and two walks over five innings Friday, striking out one and earning a win over Texas.

The righty gave up one run through four innings before Marcus Semien tagged him for a solo shot in the fifth. Woods Richardson has thrown five or fewer frames in three of his last four outings, producing a 6.05 ERA during that span. Friday's win was his first since June 26, but his one punchout matched his season low. Woods Richardson is sporting a 3.77 ERA with a 92:33 K:BB through 21 starts this season. His next outing is projected to come in San Diego.

Jansen picked up the save in Friday's 12-10 victory over Baltimore, pitching a perfect inning with two strikeouts.

The veteran closer extended his scoreless appearances streak to five with this performance, retiring the side on a tidy 12 pitches. Jansen stands fourth all-time in career saves with 442, but he requires 37 more to pass Lee Smith for third place. After struggling in August with two blown saves and a 5.40 ERA over 10 innings, the Boston right-hander appears to have righted the ship and sports a 2.72 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 51:15 K:BB across 43 frames this season.

Rendon was removed from Friday's game against Atlanta due to a right elbow contusion.

Rendon was hit by a pitch during his plate appearance in the second inning. He remained in the game to cover third base for another two frames before being lifted for a pinch hitter in the fourth. It's possible the Angels give him a day off Saturday, and while an extended absence doesn't seem likely, it can't be ruled out given Rendon's track record of fragility.

Criswell (5-4) picked up the win Friday's 12-10 victory over the Orioles, allowing six runs on nine hits and four walks over 3.1 innings. He struck out one.

The Boston right-hander returned from the COVID-19 injured list and operated as a bulk reliever behind opener Brennan Bernardino. Criswell was roughed up by a stellar Orioles lineup and needed 79 pitches to record his 10 outs. Criswell can thank his offense for their generous run support, as he notched his sixth career win despite allowing a season-high 13 baserunners. With this six-run performance, his ERA rose more than half a run from 4.02 to 4.56. Criswell should make his next appearance against the Astros on the road next week, either as a bulk reliever or starter.

Burnes (12-5) took the loss Friday against Boston, allowing eight runs on 10 hits and three walks over four innings. He struck out seven.

The right-hander turned in his worst start of the season, allowing more than four earned runs for the first time as an Oriole. Burnes has struggled since the All-Star break, pitching to an atypical 5.40 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 34:13 K:BB across 35 innings. Overall, the former NL Cy Young Award winner sports a 3.10 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 144:38 K:BB in 153.2 total innings. He'll look to bounce back in his next scheduled start at Houston next week.

Casas went 1-for-5 with a run scored in Friday's 12-10 win over the Orioles.

After being out since April 20 due to a rib injury, the first baseman collected a single during his second at-bat. Casas was promptly driven home five pitches later via a 400-foot blast by Rafael Devers. With the Red Sox designating Dominic Smith for assignment Friday, Casas should play every day at first base and hit in the heart of the Boston order.

Witt went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and three total runs scored in Friday's 7-1 win over the Reds.

Witt continues to put up MVP-caliber numbers -- the shortstop has five homers in his last seven games while going 12-for-26 (.462) in that span. Witt leads the majors with a .352 batting average to go along with a 1.021 OPS, 25 homers, 90 RBI, 105 runs scored and 25 stolen bases through 537 plate appearances this season.

Lorenzen (6-6) earned the win Friday over the Reds, allowing one run on two hits and three walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out three.

Lorenzen was sharp Friday, blanking Cincinnati through five innings before Tyler Stephenson drove in a run with a two-out double in the sixth. It's the first win for Lorenzen since joining the Royals at the trade deadline, though he's pitched well in Kansas City, posting a 2.87 ERA through three starts and 15.2 innings. Overall, the 32-year-old is 6-6 with a 3.68 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 86:55 K:BB through 117.1 innings between the Royals and Rangers this season. He's currently lined up to face the Angels at home in his next outing.