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Hader gave up one hit while striking out two batters in a scoreless inning against Arizona on Sunday to earn his 22nd save.

Hader entered in the ninth inning staked to a three-run lead and made easy work of the Diamondbacks, striking out two and allowing only a harmless single. The scoreless outing was a welcome sight after Hader allowed two runs in three of his previous five appearances. Despite the recent struggles, the flamethrowing lefty has continued to cement his name atop the list of the most dominant relievers in baseball this season, compiling a 2.27 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 16.6 K/9 while converting 22 of 24 save opportunities.

Young did not factor into the decision against the Brewers on Sunday, tossing four innings and giving up four runs on three hits and three walks while striking out five.

Young was staked to a 4-0 lead after three innings but fell apart in the fourth, loading the bases on a pair of walks and a single before serving up a grand slam to Tyler Saladino. Although he was allowed to finish the inning, Young did not return in the fifth after needing a season-high 80 pitches to make it through four frames. The lefty entered the game having given up only two earned runs in 18.2 innings and saw his ERA rise from 0.96 to 2.38 after Sunday's performance. He has nonetheless earned a spot in Arizona's rotation and is next scheduled to face the Marlins in Miami on Saturday.

Menez allowed two runs on three hits and two walks over five innings Sunday, striking out six batters during a no-decision in the win over the Mets.

Menez had a strong MLB debut Sunday, mostly rolling through the Mets aside from allowing a pair of solo shots in the second inning. The 24-year-old lefty has been successful between Triple-A Sacramento and Double-A Richmond this season, recording a 3.13 ERA and 123:36 K:BB over 95 innings. He likely did enough Sunday to earn another start, which could come next weekend in San Diego. Even if he heads back to the minors, Menez could be worth a stash in deeper leagues.

Yates allowed a hit in a scoreless ninth inning, striking out three batters in the win over the Cubs.

Yates came in to face the Cubs' heavy hitters and made quick work of them. After striking out Javier Baez and Kris Bryant, he allowed a two-out single to Anthony Rizzo before fanning Robel Garcia to close things out. He didn't earn a save, but fantasy owners will appreciate the three punchouts while the 32-year-old lowered his ERA to a ridiculous 1.05 for the year.

Morejon allowed one run on three hits over 2.1 innings as the opener Sunday, striking out one batter and taking a no-decision in the win over the Cubs.

The 20-year-old rookie made his MLB debut as the opener and did a decent job. Morejon got in some trouble in the first inning, allowing hits to Javier Baez and Kris Bryant before an RBI groundout from Anthony Rizzo. It's unclear how long he'll stay with the big club, but he's used to working in an opening role as he's done so for most of 2019 with Double-A Amarillo.

Nelson (elbow) allowed an earned run on two hits with no walks and a strikeout in a rehab appearance with Low-A Wisconsin, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Nelson made his first appearance in game action since being placed on the injured list June 28. While the results weren't great, the fact that Nelson was able to take the mound was a positive development.

Voth (bicep) was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday.

Voth was originally slated to start Sunday's contest but was scratched due to arm soreness. That progressed to the point where he needs a stint on the injured list, with Joe Ross tabbed to take the ball in his place. Voth will be first eligible to be activated July 28.

Weigel was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday.

Weigel was recalled Friday but did not make an appearance with the big-league club. His demotion was the corresponding move to activate Kevin Gausman (foot) -- Sunday's starter -- off the injured list.

Menez was called up from Triple-A Sacramento and will be the starting pitcher Sunday against the Mets.

Menez was officially called up and is set to make his major-league debut Sunday. He excelled at the two highest levels of the minors this season, racking up a 3.13 ERA across 95 innings. Menez should be able to work deep into the game if he throws well, as he has thrown more than 90 pitches in five of his last six starts in the minors.

Blach was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday.

Blach was recalled to San Francisco on Friday. He made one appearance with the club prior to being optioned and allowed three earned runs on seven hits and a walk across three innings.