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Fulmer (oblique) is scheduled to throw 70 pitches Friday, though it hasn't been determined whether he'll do so at a minor-league affiliate or for the Tigers in their game against the White Sox, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

Fulmer, who has been sidelined since July 14 with an oblique strain, has already completed a pair of minor-league rehab appearances for High-A Lakeland, striking out 11 in six scoreless innings. While he's not quite ready to handle a starter's workload, Fulmer's strong form in his rehab outings could prompt the club to bring him back from the disabled list over the weekend to take the hill on a restricted pitch count. Due to injuries to Blaine Hardy (elbow) and Artie Lewicki (elbow), the Tigers were forced to hand a starter to Buck Farmer on Sunday in what amounted to a bullpen game.

Perez was optioned to Triple-A Fresno on Tuesday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The Astros wanted to bring in a fresh arm for Tuesday's bullpen game, so Perez will swap places with fellow left-hander Framber Valdez. Perez owns a 3.86 ERA and 7:5 K:BB through seven major-league innings this season. He should be back up in early September.

Yarbrough (11-5) picked up the win in relief during the Rays' 1-0 triumph over the Royals on Monday, striking out six over 5.1 scoreless frames. He conceded two hits and one walk in the outing.

Yarbrough replaced opener Hunter Wood midway through the second inning, recording the final out with two runners on base. The Rays plated their lone run in the bottom half of the frame, making Yarbrough the pitcher of record while he and the Tampa Bay bullpen shut down the Kansas City offense for the rest of the night. Yarbrough has kept the opposition off the board in each of his last three appearances while posting a 0.53 WHIP and 10:1 K:BB across 11.1 innings.

Hernandez is 2-0 with a 1.53 ERA over his last three starts at Double-A Frisco.

Hernandez dazzled at High-A Down East and earned a promotion after 10 starts, but the transition has been a rocky one. The right-hander was unable to take his impressive numbers (12.1 K/9, 2.7 BB/9) in the High-A Carolina League to the advanced level (7.6 K/9, 5.6 BB/9), but he's found some level of success recently. As a starting pitcher at the upper levels in an organization starving for starters, Hernandez is in position to make a run for the Rangers rotation in 2020, but he'll need to work on his command.

Lopez allowed one run on five hits and three walks across five innings while taking the loss Monday against the Rays. He struck out three.

Lopez allowed a steady procession of baserunners on the night, but the only run against him came on an infield hit with two runners on in the second inning. He worked up to 95 pitches and was much more effective than he was in his Royals debut, but his 6:5 K:BB over 9.2 innings with his new team isn't exactly a great sign for future success. That said, he should be given the opportunity to figure things out as a starter and is expected to get the ball this weekend against the Indians.

Devenski (hamstring) will require two more appearances on his rehab assignment, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Devenski began his rehab at Triple-A Fresno, allowing four hits and striking out four during 1.2 innings, and will move to Double-A Corpus Christi this week. At least one of his two appearances with the Hooks will last longer than one inning. Manager A.J. Hinch said the team can evaluate where Devenski's at when the Astros return from their current road trip. Houston returns home after a weekend set against the Angels, setting the reliever's possible return next Monday, although the manager could wait until rosters expand Sept. 1.

Alvarado worked around a walk with two strikeouts in a scoreless inning of work to earn his fifth save of the season Monday against the Royals.

Alvarado was summoned to protect a one-run lead, and although he walked the tying run aboard with one out, he was able to preserve the victory. He needed 20 pitches to retire the side, throwing 12 for strikes while striking out a pair. Alvarado blew his last save opportunity, but he's still in the mix when the matchup calls for his skill set.

Gonsalves, who gave up four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three in 1.1 innings Monday against the White Sox, will get at least one more turn in the rotation, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

The game was delayed due to rain, and Gonsalves warmed up before the delay, so his routine for his big-league debut was a little off. That said, as a 24-year-old righty without high-end stuff and with significant command/control issues in the minors this year (65 walks in 120.2 innings), Gonsalves will make for a very risky option, even when his pregame routine goes off without a hitch. His next start figures to come Saturday against the A's.

Hand gave up one hit and struck out one over two-thirds of an inning Monday against the Red Sox. He picked up his fifth hold of the season.

Hand came in for matchup purposes after Adam Cimber struck out Ian Kinsler for the first out of the eighth inning. Cody Allen was clearly being reserved for the save situation, with the Indians taking a 5-3 lead to the ninth inning. Allen gave up one run, but secured his 25th save. Hand should still get the occassional save opportunity when matchups and usage patterns call for it, but Allen is the best bet for saves in Cleveland's bullpen.

Gonsalves (0-1) gave up four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three in 1.1 innings Monday against the White Sox. He took the loss.

Expectations should have been very low for Gonsalves' big-league debut, as he lacks high-end stuff and has really struggled with his command/control this year in the minors (65 walks in 120.2 innings). He was already on the 40-man roster and the Twins want to use the final five-plus weeks to give some valuable experience to some of their younger pitchers. It is unclear if he will be sent back down to Triple-A until September or stay up for another turn in the rotation.