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Nelson threw two scoreless innings of relief, allowing three hits and striking out one, in Thursday's loss to the Cubs.

Nelson made his first big-league appearance since June 25, and he avoided any tallies on the scoreboard despite also hitting a batter and uncorking a wild pitch. Nelson threw 30 pitches Thursday and did not throw more than 37 pitches in any of his last 12 outings with Triple-A San Antonio, so it's likely he will be locked into a bullpen role for the rest of the season.

Hernandez didn't factor into the decision against the Pirates on Thursday, giving up five runs (three earned) on three hits over three innings, striking out three and walking two as the Marlins eventually won 10-7.

Hernandez had gone six innings in his last two starts, but he couldn't keep it going in this contest, as the Pirates jumped on him for five runs in the first inning to ensure he would have a short outing. For the season, the 24-year-old sports an unimpressive 5.23 ERA and 1.30 WHIP across 72.1 innings.

Hudson (15-6) allowed one hit and two walks while striking out two across six scoreless innings to earn the win Thursday against the Giants.

The lone hit Hudson allowed came on a single by Kevin Pillar in the second frame, but he went to retire eight consecutive Giants until walking Brandon Crawford to lead off the fifth inning. Hudson generated 10 of his 18 outs via groundball, a skill he's leaned on throughout the season. Hudson has now turned in a scoreless effort in four of his last five outings, lowering his ERA from 4.01 to 3.40 in that span. He'll look to keep that run going in his next start, but will be in a tough environment Tuesday at Coors Field.

Kimbrel was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday with right elbow inflammation, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

This move comes after Kimbrel was tagged for three runs in his most recent appearance, which came Sunday against the Brewers. An MRI came back clean, and the right-hander will be eligible to return next Thursday should he prove ready. Kimbrel has struggled since latching on with the Cubs in June, posting a 5.68 ERA and 1.53 WHIP across 19 innings. David Bote was summoned from the minors in a corresponding move, while Rowan Wick, Steve Cishek and Pedro Strop are all options to see save chances while Kimbrel is sidelined.

Quijada was recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Thursday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.

Quijada is back with the big club following a brief stay in the minors. The 23-year-old southpaw has made 27 appearances for the Marlins this season, notching a 5.55 ERA, 1.85 WHIP and 35:23 K:BB across 24.1 innings.

Gallegos (3-2) was charged with both a loss and a blown save against the Giants on Wednesday, allowing an earned run on a hit and a walk while recording three strikeouts over 1.2 innings.

Gallegos' troubles can be boiled down to the four-seam fastball that Kevin Pillar, the first batter he faced upon entering in the eighth inning, sent over the left-field wall with Brandon Crawford aboard for a 440-foot, tie-breaking home run. It was the second straight appearance in which Gallegos allowed a ball to leave the yard after not surrendering a homer between May 26 and Aug. 31. Despite the recent stumbles, Gallegos remains a trusted bullpen asset with a 2.27 ERA, 0.79 WHIP and stellar 84:13 K:BB across 63.1 innings.

Smith struck out three and walked two across 1.1 scoreless innings to earn the save Wednesday against the Cardinals.

Smith entered the game in the eighth inning and stranded the tying run at third base by striking out Paul Goldschmidt. He surrendered two walks in the ninth frame but ultimately recovered to earn his 31st save of the season. He's been one of the more consistent closers throughout the campaign, maintaining a 2.90 ERA and 1.03 WHIP with 85 strikeouts across 59 frames.

Morejon (shoulder) won't pitch again for the Padres this season, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports.

Morejon has been on the injured list since early August with the left shoulder impingement and won't rejoin the Friars this season. It's the second time in 2019 the 20-year-old has battled a shoulder impingement, but Morejon is progressing towards a return to full health and has resumed throwing. He allowed nine runs on 15 hits over eight frames in his first taste of the majors this season.

Iglesias struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Wednesday to record his 29th save of the season in an 8-5 win over the Phillies.

The right-hander has been struggling lately, getting scored upon in five of his last 10 appearances, but he was able to get the job done Wednesday. Iglesias has a 4.47 ERA and 78:20 K:BB through 58.1 innings as he closes in on his second straight 30-save season.

Dominguez received good news after having his elbow examined and is set to resume his throwing program, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Dominguez has seemingly been in limbo since injuring his elbow in early June, but he is ready to give throwing a shot for the first time in nearly a month. There's still a chance Dominguez could return to action before this season comes to a close, but he will need to avoid any further hiccups; even then, he will only have a matter of weeks to make significant progress.