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Pallante was optioned Tuesday to Triple-A Memphis.

JoJo Romero will join the Cardinals' bullpen in a corresponding move. Pallante served up a grand slam to Pavin Smith on Monday night and has allowed seven earned runs on 12 hits and four walks through 8.1 major-league innings for the year.

Bukauskas was claimed off waivers Tuesday by the Brewers.

Bukauskas had been designated for assignment by Seattle after allowing two runs -- one earned -- in one inning this year at the MLB level. He'd also pitched to an ugly 7.94 ERA through 5.2 innings of relief at Triple-A Tacoma. He'll head to Triple-A Nashville to begin his stint with the Brewers organization.

Kelly (groin) threw a bullpen session Monday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

It's the first time Kelly has thrown from the bump since he landed on the injured list a little over a week ago with a right groin strain. Seemingly, he should be ready to go around the time he's first eligible for activation.

Herget was optioned Tuesday to Triple-A Louisville, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Lucas Sims (back) has been activated from the IL in a corresponding 26-man roster move. Herget logged two innings of relief in Monday's win over the Rays and was going to be unavailable for a couple of days. He should get another shot soon enough.

Sims (back) was activated Tuesday from the 15-day injured list, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Sims will join the Reds' bullpen Tuesday against the Rays -- a day earlier than expected -- after logging three solid minor-league rehab appearances at Triple-A Louisville. He's battled a lot of injuries in recent seasons, but the 28-year-old right-hander could quickly rise into a prominent setup role if his health cooperates.

Padilla was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte by the White Sox on Tuesday.

Padilla will serve as the 27th man during Tuesday's doubleheader versus the Phillies. The 26-year-old has allowed just one run over his first 7.1 innings with Charlotte this season, although he has issued seven walks over that time.

Hentges (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Akron on Wednesday, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports.

Hentges has been out all season with left shoulder inflammation but is ready to test things out in game action. If all goes well, the southpaw should be ready to slide back into a setup role for the Guardians before the end of the month.

Milner tossed a scoreless seventh inning in Monday's 7-3 victory over the Mariners.

Milner gave up three earned runs in his previous outing, but he got back on track Monday, retiring all three batters he faced. He has only been scored upon in one of his eight appearances, and he currently owns a 3.86 ERA and 0.71 WHIP -- marks very similar to those he put up over 67 games in 2022.

Marte was added as the Phillies' 27th man for Tuesday's doubleheader against the White Sox.

Marte can give the Phillies a little extra bullpen depth as they navigate a twin bill following Monday's rainout in Chicago. The 28-year-old right-hander has allowed six earned runs in one inning (two appearances) this season at the MLB level.

Brieske (arm) will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.

It will be the first time he's thrown from the mound since he underwent a hydrodissection procedure to treat a nerve issue in his right arm. There remains no timetable for Brieske's return, but Wednesday's activity would certainly represent a step forward.