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Sewald struck out the side in a perfect inning to pick up a save over Colorado on Sunday.

Sewald came in to protect a 1-0 lead in the ninth frame and struck out the top of the Rockies' lineup in order. He's now converted all four of his save chances, including two during this weekend's series against Colorado. Sewald has a 3.00 ERA with an 11:3 K:BB through nine innings.

Beeks is scheduled to serve as the Rays' opening pitcher in Monday's game at Cincinnati, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Beeks served as the opener last Monday against the Red Sox and will do so again in the series opener versus the Reds. The left-hander has allowed two earned runs on five hits with a 5:1 K:BB across six frames in four outings this season. Taj Bradley is a candidate to be called up from Triple-A Durham to follow Beeks as the primary pitcher.

Kelly (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Sunday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

The 28-year-old is dealing with right elbow inflammation and recently had an MRI return negative for any structural damage, but he's still experiencing discomfort and will now be sidelined for at least the next two months. Kelly is likely to be shut down from throwing for a bit as he continues to be evaluated.

Bernardino was claimed off waivers by the Red Sox and optioned to Triple-A Worcester on Sunday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Bernardino made his major-league debut last year but began the 2023 campaign at Triple-A Tacoma. He allowed eight runs on 13 hits and a walk while striking out 11 in six innings over two relief appearances to begin the season and will attempt to right the ship with his new club.

Brasier picked up the save during Sunday's 2-1 win over the Angels, striking out one over a perfect ninth inning.

Kenley Jansen recorded saves Friday and Saturday, so he was likely unavailable Sunday, which allowed Brasier to get his first save opportunity. The right-hander was sharp and retired Zach Neto, Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani in order. After giving up three runs in his first outing of the season, Brasier has tossed a scoreless frame in seven of his past eight appearances, recording eight strikeouts during that stretch.

Peguero was recalled from Triple-A Nashville on Sunday.

The right-hander failed to make Milwaukee's Opening Day roster but will join the MLB club a couple weeks into the season. Peguero has pitched well early this year for Nashville with a 2.45 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB over 7.1 innings.

Varland was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday with a right hand contusion.

Varland was hit in in the hand, face and forearm by a comebacker Saturday, with his hand being receiving the brunt of the impact. The 26-year-old will be unavailable for at least the next couple weeks. Elvis Peguero was recalled from Triple-A Nashville in a corresponding move.

Bard (personal) reported to Triple-A Albuquerque to begin a rehab assignment Sunday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

The veteran right-hander has been unavailable to begin the season due to anxiety issues, but he appears to closing in on his return from the injured list. If Bard feels good while pitching for the Isotopes, he could rejoin the Rockies sometime this week.

Reyes (shoulder) was transferred from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list by the Dodgers on Sunday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

The procedural move helps the Dodgers clear room on the 40-man roster for Austin Wynns. Reyes is expected to return around the start of June, as he's currently recovering from the shoulder surgery he underwent last May.

Knehr was recalled from Triple-A El Paso on Sunday.

Knehr failed to make San Diego's Opening Day roster but will now join the big club a couple weeks into the season. The right-hander made five appearances (one start) and had a 3.95 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 10:4 K:BB over 13.2 innings for the Friars last season.