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Pagan has made 16 appearances out of the San Diego bullpen this season, posting a 2.57 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 18:6 K:BB to go with five holds over 14 innings.

The right-hander notably has a zero in the saves column, as manager Jayce Tingler committed to Mark Melancon as the team's closer Opening Day and hasn't wavered since. Melancon (0.60 ERA, 11-for-11 in save chances) has done his part to maintain his spot atop the depth chart, so those holding Pagan at this point should be doing so mainly for what he can provide in the ratio categories.

Nationals manager Dave Martinez said Suero (oblique) would be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Wednesday's game against the Phillies, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.

Suero is ready to make his return from a nearly month-long absence due to a left oblique strain. Though he was tagged for two runs over his lone inning of relief Sunday in a rehab outing with Triple-A Rochester, Suero's oblique apparently checked out fine during the appearance. Prior to landing on the shelf, Suero posted a 1.42 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in 6.1 innings out of the Washington bullpen.

The Padres recalled Ramirez from Triple-A El Paso ahead of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Rockies.

San Diego is designating Ramirez as its 27th man for the twin bill, so he'll most likely be sent back to the minors following the doubleheader. Ramirez, who will be on hand as a long-relief option, worked seven innings and gave up six runs over his five appearances out of the San Diego bullpen earlier this season.

Lawrence was recalled to serve as the 27th man for Wednesday's doubleheader against the Padres.

Lawrence has made four relief appearances for the Rockies to begin the year and has posted an 8.31 ERA and 2.08 WHIP in 4.1 innings. He'll be available out of the bullpen Wednesday but will likely return to the minors following the twin bill.

Wilson was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday.

Wilson started Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays and allowed two runs on six hits while striking out five in six innings. He didn't factor into the decision and will now head to the minors after right-hander Chris Martin (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move.

Martin (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Wednesday.

Martin made three appearances during his recent rehab assignment and allowed three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out four in 2.2 innings with Triple-A Gwinnett. The right-hander should be in the mix for high-leverage opportunities now that he's been cleared to return. Right-hander Bryse Wilson was sent down in a corresponding move.

Soriano (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment in 5-to-7 days, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

Soriano underwent Tommy John surgery in February 2020 but will soon be able to pitch in the minors as another step in his recovery process. The right-hander has been throwing simulated games recently but won't be able to be activated from the 60-day injured list until early June.

Wilson allowed two runs on six hits while striking out five batters over six innings Tuesday against the Blue Jays. He did not factor into the decision.

Wilson was recalled Tuesday to make a spot start in place of Drew Smyly and had one of the better outings of his young career. The 23-year-old had his first quality start of 2021 and recorded a season-high five strikeouts, tally largely bolstered by the fact he struck out the side in the first inning. His only major mistake of the evening was allowing a two-run homer to Vladimir Guerrero in the sixth to even the game. It's unclear what manager Brian Snitker's plans are for Wilson moving forward, but it wouldn't be surprising if he was sent back to Triple-A Gwinnett unless Atlanta unexpectedly opts to switch to a six-man rotation.

Minter (1-1) was charged with the loss and a blown save Tuesday against the Blue Jays after allowing three runs on three hits while failing to get an out.

Minter came in to begin the eighth preserving a one-run lead but could not get the job done. He allowed the first three batters to reach base before Vladimir Guerrero notched an RBI single off him to tie the game. He was taken out in favor of Jacob Webb who allowed two more runs to score, both of which were charged to Minter. Tuesday was the first time Minter had allowed a run since April 15, as he's been fairly reliable outside of Tuesday's hiccup. His ERA now stands at 4.50 and his WHIP shot up to 1.19, but his role as Atlanta's setup man should still be safe for the time being.

Lamet allows one earned run on one hit and one walk while striking out one across two innings in the Padres' win over the Rockies on Tuesday. He did not factor into the decision.

Lamet seems to be a lock in for two innings at this point, pitching exactly two innings in all three of his starts. Raimel Tapia scored the only run of the game for the Rockies in the first inning off Lamet. He's taken advantage of the limited opportunities he's getting, allowing just one run in six innings. However, the injury protection the team is giving him is preventing him from getting any consistency in his starts.