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Graveman allowed one hit and struck out one across a scoreless eighth inning Tuesday against the Mariners.

Graveman has already made three appearances this season, and he's made a strong impression with his new club. He has yet to allow a run, while also surrendering only two hits across 3.2 frames. Despite some early-season struggles from Liam Hendriks, Graveman doesn't' project for many save chances, but he has collected two holds and should also maintain strong ratios while throwing a high volume of innings.

Pressly saved a 2-1 triumph over Arizona on Tuesday, allowing one hit with one strikeout in a scoreless ninth inning.

Pressly was able to work around a leadoff single to deliver his third save in three appearances. He's been efficient with no more than 11 pitches thrown in any outing, though the 33-year-old has recorded only two strikeouts thus far.

Neris (1-0) picked up the win in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against the Diamondbacks, striking out two in a perfect eighth inning.

Neris made quick work of the heart of Arizona's order in the eighth and fell in line for the victory when Houston took the lead in the top of the ninth. The first-year Astro has yet to allow a run through three appearances and is solidifying his hold on the setup role.

Oller gave up five runs on five hits and three walks over 1.1 innings during Tuesday's extra-inning loss to the Rays. He had three strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision.

Oller surrendered a solo homer in the opening frame and then allowed four more runs while recording only one out during the second inning. It was a rough debut for the 27-year-old, who won a spot in Oakland's starting rotation after Sean Manaea was traded to San Diego. Oller won't be on the fantasy radar until he finds some level of success in the majors, and he lines up for a tough matchup with the Blue Jays on Sunday.

Trivino (0-1) was charged with a blown save and the loss after giving up two runs (one earned) on two hits during Tuesday's 9-8 loss to the Rays in 10 innings. He had one strikeout and one walk over two-thirds of an inning.

The right-hander was handed a one-run lead for the bottom of the 10th, and he immediately allowed the automatic runner to score on a leadoff double by Wander Franco. Trivino retired the next two hitters before issuing an intentional walk, and Manuel Margot followed with a walkoff single. It was Trivino's first save chance of the season but his second appearance overall, and he also surrendered a run in that previous outing. The 30-year-old recorded 22 saves and eight holds with a 3.18 ERA last season for the A's, but he's off to a rough start in 2022.

Hendriks picked up the save Tuesday against the Mariners after giving up one run on three hits during the ninth inning. He had three strikeouts and zero walks.

The 33-year-old entered with a 3-1 lead and needed 25 pitches to get through the frame, but Seattle managed only one run since all three hits allowed were singles. Hendriks is off to a rough start this season, as he picked up a loss and blown save Opening Day after surrendering two runs to Detroit. Still, Hendriks has plenty of job security after recording 38 saves with a 2.54 ERA for the White Sox last year, especially with Craig Kimbrel already shipped off to the Dodgers.

Brash (0-1) was charged with the loss Tuesday against the White Sox after allowing two runs on four hits with six strikeouts and one walk across 5.1 innings.

Brash skipped the Triple-A level and earned a spot in Seattle's Opening Day rotation, and he delivered in his big-league debut while facing a strong offense. The 23-year-old was still dealt the loss despite his performance, but it was a promising effort from the right-hander. Brash is likely to be tested again his next time out as he currently lines up to pitch Sunday versus Houston.

Alexander allowed three runs on five hits across 5.1 innings and did not factor into the decision Tuesday against the Red Sox. He struck out four and didn't walk anyone.

Alexander pitched reasonably well in his season debut, and he actually entered the sixth inning with a 3-0 lead before seeing things unravel a bit. He allowed two runs on three hits before getting the hook with one out, and Jacob Barnes then allowed the inherited runner to score. Alexander is filling the rotation spot of Michael Pineda, who was delayed in arriving to spring training due to visa issues. Alexander is slated to start again Sunday against the Royals, though Pineda may be ready to go after that, which would push Alexander into a long-relief role.

Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said Pearson (illness) threw off flat ground from 90 feet Tuesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Pearson isn't traveling with the Blue Jays and remains at the team's spring training facility in Dunedin, Fla., but Montoyo relayed that all indications are that the hard-throwing righty is feeling much better while he works to overcome a recent bout of mononucleosis. The Blue Jays are intending to have Pearson build up for starting duty, so it could take a couple of weeks for him to advance far enough in his throwing progression to the point that he's ready to begin a minor-league rehab assignment.

Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said Borucki (hamstring) completed a 30-pitch simulated game Tuesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Borucki checked out fine after facing hitters, but the Blue Jays may want him to throw one more bullpen session before either sending him out on a brief minor-league rehab assignment or reinstating him from the 10-day injured list. The southpaw reliever wasn't able to make the Blue Jays' Opening Day roster after strained his right hamstring in his final Grapefruit League appearance April 1.