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Martin gave up two earned runs on four hits over three innings in a no-decision in the Astros' 4-2 win over the Mariners on Monday. He struck out three and walked three.

Martin struggled with his efficiency in this start, issuing three free passes, giving up two solo homers and throwing 76 pitches before getting chased from the contest after just three innings. That's been a recurring theme for the 23-year-old, as he hasn't made it to the five-inning threshold since his first start of the season on May 12. Martin is now sporting a 5.59 ERA, a 1.81 WHIP and a 19:12 K:BB through 19.1 innings. He's been shaky but there aren't any obvious options at the Astros' disposal to take his rotation spot at the moment, so he should keep a hold on it for the time being.

Gearrin will serve as the opener for Monday's game against the Astros, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

Gearrin will likely pitch one or two innings before giving way to left-hander Wade LeBlanc, who is expected to cover the majority of innings Monday. In 26 appearances this season (all in relief), Gearrin owns a 3.22 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 27:13 K:BB in 22.1 innings.

Curtiss was designated for assignment by the Angels on Monday.

This move frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for Michael Hermosillo, who was activated from the 60-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday. Curtiss made just one appearance for the Angels this season, allowing one run on two hits and three walks while striking out one across 2.1 innings.

Tate (undisclosed) was activated from the injured list and demoted to High-A Frederick on Monday, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

Tate made two starts and three relief appearances for Double-A Bowie prior to landing on the injured list in late April. He struggled to a 6.08 ERA after posting a 5.75 ERA in seven starts for Bowie last season. He'll drop down to High-A to sort himself out, a level at which he hasn't pitched since 2017.

Heller (elbow) recently resumed facing hitters in extended spring training games, Pete Caldera of The Bergen Record reports.

The Yankees haven't pinpointed a target date for Heller's return from the 60-day injured list, but he likely won't be an option for the big-league bullpen until after the All-Star break. Heller is just under 14 months removed from Tommy John surgery.

The Blue Jays are expected to activate Mayza (forearm) from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Mike Wilner of Sportsnet 590 The Fan reports.

Toronto telegraphed Mayza's potential return to the bullpen by optioning reliever Justin Shafer to Triple-A Buffalo on Monday. If reinstated, Mayza should quickly step back into a key setup role after missing the minimum amount of time with left forearm tightness. Prior to landing on the IL, Mayza registered a 3.48 ERA and seven holds in 25 appearances.

Shafer was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo on Monday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Shafer spent less than a week on the big-league roster. He allowed two runs and posted a 2:5 K:BB in 3.2 innings of work.

Yarbrough (4-2) allowed seven earned runs on 10 hits and two walks while striking out four across seven innings to take the loss Sunday against the Twins.

Yarbrough was hit hard throughout the middle of his start, with all of his earned runs coming in the third, fourth, and fifth innings. He didn't allow a home run but gave up a bases-clearing double by C.J. Cron that accounted for three of his seven charged runs. Yarbrough has been deployed as both a traditional starter and bulk reliever this season, though to this point he's been unable to replicate his success from the 2018 season. It remains to be seen how he's used in the coming week, but he appears likely to pitch at some point in the team's weekend series at Boston.

Rogers struck out the side to earn his fifth save of the season Sunday against the Rays.

Rogers took over in the final inning with a two-run lead and made short order of the Rays, striking out three batters in just 11 pitches. The Twins continue to mix and match their closers, though it's worth noting that Rogers recorded the final out in two of the four games against the Rays, though he was credited with a win rather than a save after retiring the final seven batters of Friday's contest. Rogers looks likely to split the majority of the team's save opportunities with Blake Parker for the remainder of the season.

Johnson will make a rehab appearance Tuesday, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

Johnson has been appearing in rehab outings since the middle of May, with his most recent coming on Thursday with Double-A Portland. He's expected to make his next appearance with Triple-A Pawtucket, though it's unclear how long he'll pitch or when he might be activated from the injured list. He hasn't fared well in his four rehab outings to this point, surrendering nine earned runs across 7.2 innings.