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Trivino (thumb) threw off the mound on Sunday and is likely to be available in the Athletics' upcoming series against the Red Sox, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Trivino has battled a thumb injury for much of the past week, but he still may be able to avoid a trip to the injured list. After throwing off the mound prior to Sunday's action, he hopes to be ready to return as an option out of the bullpen for the team's upcoming series against Boston, which begins Monday.

Armstrong was claimed off waivers by the Orioles on Sunday, Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports.

Armstrong was designated for assignment by the Mariners on Thursday and now has a new home in Baltimore. Kubatko also noted that Armstrong is out of options so will be placed on the team's 25-man roster once he reports. Armstrong has struggled early on this season, allowing six earned runs in just 3.2 innings of work, and figures to serve as more depth in team's bullpen.

Johnson threw a 25-pitch bullpen session and felt fine afterwards, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Johnson was shut down in early April with elbow inflammation so this news is a step forward for Johnson. He threw only fastballs, meaning his return to the mound is still not close, though the worst fear of a torn elbow ligament seems to have been averted.

Curtiss was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake City on Sunday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Registerreports.

Curtiss was recalled in a corresponding move that sent Jaime Barria to Triple-A. He's already pitched briefly at the major-league level this season, logging 2.1 innings and striking out one while allowing one earned run. He figures to add depth to the bullpen but likely won't factor much into high-leverage situations.

Barria has been optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

Barria was crushed by the Royals on Saturday and is now headed to the farm. The Angels have three days off in the next nine days, so they won't need Barria for the time being. However, with Tyler Skaggs looking strong in his return to the mound and the debut of Griffin Canning upcoming, Barria may not get his role as a starter back without injuries or poor performance.

Ortiz was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday.

Ortiz worked as a starter in Triple-A Norfolk, posting a 5.87 ERA and 2.02 WHIP across 15.1 innings of work. He struggled especially with his command, surrendering 11 free passes. He appears destined to begin his time in Baltimore as a reliever, though he could also work as a spot starter if the need arises.

Yacabonis was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday.

Yacabonis was his hit hard early on this season, posting a 6.32 ERA and 1.60 WHIP across 15.2 innings. His last appearance was especially troubling, as he surrendered four earned runs on three homers across two innings Saturday against the Twins.

Bummer was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday.

Bummer will get his first taste of the major leagues this season after Nate Jones (elbow) and Eloy Jimenez (ankle) were placed on the injured list. He has pitched well at Triple-A Charlotte, recording a 2.35 ERA across 7.2 innings of work.

Pruitt was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Pruitt's demotion is to make space for Hunter Wood, who is being reinstated from the family medical emergency list. Pruitt has pitched only 1.2 innings with the Rays this season but has allowed two earned runs on three hits while striking out one.

Lopez didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 9-4 win over the Angels, allowing four runs on six hits and three walks over 3.2 innings while striking out two.

The right-hander got handed a 7-1 lead after three innings, but Lopez couldn't find the plate and threw only 37 of 77 pitches for strikes before getting the hook. He'll take a 5.08 ERA and 31:12 K:BB through 32.2 innings into his next start Thursday, at home against the Rays.