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Sullivan (0-1) allowed eight runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out two over four innings to take the loss versus the Cubs on Wednesday.

Sullivan threw 56 of 82 pitches for strikes, but the Cubs had no trouble getting to him. The southpaw threw three scoreless innings against the Athletics last week before his major-league debut was cut short by an illness. Sullivan pitched to a 5.76 ERA, 1.57 WHIP and 50:10 K:BB over 54.2 innings with Triple-A Albuquerque prior to his call-up, and given his tough home park, he's a risky option at best in fantasy. If Tanner Gordon (hip) remains out next week, Sullivan is tentatively projected to make a home start versus the Red Sox.

Assad (5-1) allowed two runs on five hits and struck out one without walking a batter to earn the win over the Rockies on Wednesday.

Assad came up an out short of a quality start, but he picked up his second win in a row. He's allowed just two runs over 18 innings across three outings (two starts) in June while filling in for Jameson Taillon (hamstring) in the rotation. Assad now has a 3.89 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 25:9 K:BB through 44 innings over 11 appearances (five starts) on the year. Taillon is expected to be out beyond the All-Star break and Matthew Boyd (knee/shoulder) is making a rehab start Saturday, so Assad is tentatively projected for at least one more start. He's lined up to face the Mets in New York next week.

Arraez went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, four RBI, an additional run scored and a stolen base in the 7-5 win over Atlanta on Wednesday.

Arraez crushed a home run to the Chop House of Truist Park in the second inning of Wednesday's game. This was only Arraez's third homer of the season and first since May 17. The 29-year-old is second in the National League in batting average while hitting .326, driving in 30 runs and scoring 37 while also stealing six bases. Arraez has batted leadoff against the past four right-handed pitchers San Francisco has face, so he should have more run potential going forward if he sticks there.

Beck earned the save Wednesday in the 7-5 win against Atlanta after retiring both batters he faced with one strikeout.

The 29-year-old locked down his first save of the season after Matt Gage's struggles in the ninth created a save situation. Beck has been shuttled back-and-forth between the majors and minors numerous times this season but has largely struggled in the big leagues with an 8.31 ERA and 4:2 K:BB across 10 innings. Despite Wednesday's save, the right-hander isn't likely to see much high-leverage action out of the bullpen for the Giants.

Ritchie (1-2) was tagged with the loss Wednesday in the 7-5 defeat to the Giants after he allowed five runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four in five innings.

Ritchie was tagged for five runs early as he gave up three home runs in the first two innings Wednesday. This was Ritchie's first start since being recalled from the minors last week. The 22-year-old was also a bit wild in the game, throwing strikes on only 54 of his 90 pitches and issuing at least three free passes for a fourth time in seven MLB outings. Spencer Strider's (elbow) presence on the injured list should allow Ritchie to pick up another start next week in San Diego.

Whisenhunt (1-0) earned the win Wednesday, allowing two runs on six hits and two walks over five innings during a 7-5 win against Atlanta. He struck out two.

Whisenhunt was called up for the start after Tuesday's game got suspended and finished earlier Wednesday, with each club netting an extra roster spot. The lefty, who was making his season debut for the Giants, got through five innings without giving up a run but allowed three straight singles in the sixth and was pulled from the game, with two of those runners coming around to score. The 25-year-old had a 3.65 ERA and 1.33 WHIP in 13 starts and one relief appearance in Triple-A Sacramento, where he'll likely return following the spot start.

Espino recorded two strikeouts over one perfect inning against the Brewers on Wednesday.

Espino came in to relieve Gavin Williams in the sixth inning and struck out Garrett Mitchell and Cooper Pratt before inducing a flyout for a clean MLB debut. The 2019 first-round pick, who was once one of the top prospects in baseball before injuries took a toll, had a 5.30 ERA and a 29:15 K:BB in 22 appearances (18.2 innings) for Triple-A Columbus this year prior to being promoted last week.

Schneemann went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Wednesday's loss to the Brewers.

The Guardians' only runs of the game came off Schneemann's blast to right field off Brandon Sproat in the fourth inning for his second homer in the past three contests. Schneemann started the game at third base, filling in for the injured Jose Ramirez (hand). The 29-year-old Schneemann figures to see plenty of action at the hot corner going forward with Ramirez out but will likely continue to be utilized across the diamond.

Rodriguez was removed from Wednesday's game against the Orioles with an apparent injury, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Rodriguez went 1-for-3 with a run scored and two strikeouts before leaving the game in the seventh inning. The details of his injury remain unknown, but the Mariners should provide some clarity in the near future.

Varland secured the save Wednesday against the Red Sox, striking out the side.

Varland made quick work of the scuffling Boston bats Wednesday, throwing all but one of his 10 pitches for strikes. After taking over closing duties from Jeff Hoffman earlier this year, Varland is running away with the job as 2026 has progressed. Through 40 innings, the 28-year-old right-hander boasts a 0.90 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 55:11 K:BB while going 14-for-14 in save situations.