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The Dodgers announced Graterol as their starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Padres, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Dustin May had previously been listed as the probable starter for the series finale in San Diego, but he's apparently still experiencing some discomfort in his foot after being struck by a comebacker in his previous start Sept. 10. Graterol started in his most recent appearance Sept. 13 versus the Astros, but he worked as a glorified opener in the contest, recording three outs via strikeout before giving way to the bullpen. The Dodgers may allow Graterol to work 2-to-3 innings Wednesday, but expect manager Dave Roberts to treat the series finale as another bullpen game.

Kelly has completed his five-game suspension and will be active for Wednesday's game against the Padres, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Kelly was hit with the ban (which was initially set to be eight games before being reduced upon appeal) for throwing near the heads of a pair of Astros hitters back in late July. The punishment was delayed for quite some time, first during the appeals process and then while Kelly spent a month on the shelf with shoulder inflammation. He's finally ready to go and should be able to make a handful of appearances for the Dodgers down the stretch.

Treinen picked up the hold against San Diego on Tuesday, retiring both batters he faced, including one by strikeout.

Caleb Ferguson got the call to serve as the eighth-inning bridge to closer Kenley Jansen, but Treinen was summoned after Ferguson was forced to leave with an elbow injury. Treinen had little problem retiring both Padres he faced, striking out Greg Garcia on three pitches and inducing Trent Grisham to ground out on his first offering. Treinen has been a key component of the Dodgers' bullpen this season, posting a 2.42 ERA and 1.07 WHIP and notching eight holds over 22.1 innings.

Neris gave up a hit and a walk while striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his fourth save of the season in a 4-1 win over the Mets.

Brandon Workman has been scored upon in each of his last two appearances, while Neris has a 0.90 ERA over his last 10 innings, so the pendulum may be swinging back his way in the Phillies' closer battle. That strong stretch hasn't erased his poor start, however -- on the season, Neris is still saddled with a 4.60 ERA, 1.79 WHIP and career-worst 11.6 percent walk rate.

Ferguson suffered a left elbow injury during Tuesday's win over the Padres, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

The 24-year-old already underwent X-rays and an ultrasound with inconclusive results, and he scheduled to undergo an MRI on Wednesday. Ferguson should be considered day-to-day until more is known on the injury.

Morejon will start Wednesday's game against the Dodgers, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

The Friars are expected to employ a bullpen day in Wednesday's series finale, and Morejon will be the first reliever on the mound. The 21-year-old has a 2.53 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 14:2 K:BB through 10.2 innings this season.

Jansen allowed two hits and a walk while striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning for the save in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Padres.

Jansen made things interesting, loading the bases with two singles and a walk. He then retired Wil Myers and Jake Cronenworth on strikeouts to escape the jam. Jansen has converted 11 of 13 save chances this year, with a 3.54 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 28 strikeouts over 20.1 innings. He's pitched on three of the last four days, so he may not be used if a save situation arises in Wednesday's series finale.

Suter will start Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Cardinals, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

The 31-year-old made a spot start in place of Brett Anderson (hip) over the weekend and delivered three scoreless innings with six strikeouts, and he'll receive the starting nod again during Milwaukee's second twin bill in three days. Suter threw 46 pitches during that outing and is likely to have a similar workload Wednesday. The quick-working southpaw has a 3.52 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 30:2 K:BB through 23 innings this season.

Chafin (finger) will throw a simulated game Wednesday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Chafin was traded from the Diamondbacks to the Cubs at the deadline despite the fact that he was out with a sprained left index finger. He's missed nearly a month with the issue, but he appears to have a chance to join his new team's bullpen for the final few games of the year.

Cleavinger was recalled by the Phillies on Tuesday.

Cleavinger earned his first career callup last Tuesday but spent just a single day on the roster and did not get into a game. The lefty struck out 36.4 percent of opposing batters in 51.2 innings for Double-A Reading last season while posting a 3.66 ERA, though he's yet to pitch above that level.