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Rodriguez gave up two hits, a walk and an unearned run in one inning to earn the save in a 4-3 extra-inning win over the Brewers on Friday.

Rodriguez entered in the tenth inning to protect a two-run lead. He allowed the automatic baserunner from second to score an unearned run and loaded the bases before getting out of the jam on a frantically-executed double-play. It was Rodriguez's first appearance of the season after battling an elbow injury all summer. He appears to be in the mix for high-leverage usage out of the Cubs' bullpen. Brandon Hughes had pitched in a save situation earlier in the game and blew the save for the second time in his last three chances. Rowan Wick is presumed to have been available but did not make an appearance in the contest.

Alexander (3-8) took the loss to the Rangers on Friday, allowing seven runs on eight hits while striking out three and walking one over three innings.

Alexander had a rough day Friday, getting knocked around for seven earned runs across three frames. He threw 43 of 68 pitches for strikes and was relieved Garrett Hill for the fourth inning. Alexander was mostly done in by home runs, three in total. He allowed a solo homer in the first inning, a three-run shot in the second and a two-run blast in the third. This was his worst start of the season, though he turned in a quality start in two of his three previous outings. Alexander's ERA shot up from 4.03 to 4.83 after Friday's debacle.

Clase (2-3) allowed an unearned run on one hit without recording an out, taking the loss in extra innings versus the Mariners on Friday.

Clase gave up the game-winning hit to Mitch Haniger on the third pitch of the 11th inning, bringing home the phantom runner. This ended Clase's 7.1-inning scoreless streak. The right-hander still has a 1.20 ERA with a 0.66 WHIP and 57:6 K:BB through 52.2 innings while racking up 29 saves this year as the unquestioned closer for Cleveland.

Peralta allowed a run on two hits and struck out two in one inning to earn the save in Friday's 3-2 win over the Athletics.

It wasn't the sharpest of outings, but Peralta was able to protect a two-run lead. This was the second straight appearance in which he's earned a save. As a high-leverage lefty, he could be in line for some matchup-based opportunities in the ninth inning while Clay Holmes (back) and Scott Effross (shoulder) are on the injured list. Peralta has pitched to a solid 2.57 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 40:17 K:BB through 49 innings this year while adding three saves, eight holds and a 2-3 record in 48 appearances.

Yarbrough (1-8) allowed five runs on eight hits over 3.1 innings Friday, striking out three and taking a loss against the Red Sox.

Yarbrough took over in the second frame after a scoreless inning by opener JT Chargois and he promptly gave up a run. The 30-year-old lefty then gave up two more runs in each of the fourth and fifth innings. Yarbrough had tossed 8.1 scoreless frames over his previous two outings, but his ERA now sits at 4.87 through 16 appearances. He'll likely take the mound at home against the Yankees next week.

Diaz (3-1) allowed a hit and struck out one in one inning and earned a win over the Rockies on Friday.

Diaz tossed a scoreless ninth inning and picked up the win after the Mets walked it off in the bottom of the frame. It was his first win since May 29 and he lowered his season ERA to 1.40 through 51 appearances. The 28-year-old has given up just one run over his last 24 frames.

Martin was unavailable for Friday's game against the Marlins due to an arm injury, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

The exact nature of Martin's arm issue isn't yet clear, but manager Dave Roberts doesn't expect the right-hander to require a trip to the injured list. Martin will play catch Saturday to see how he feels, and he should be considered day-to-day.

Wilson (2-8) yielded four runs (three earned) on five hits over one inning Friday, striking out one and taking a loss against the Phillies.

Wilson tossed 43 pitches and barely escaped the first inning. The first four batters of the inning reached base, including Bryce Harper knocking a two-run single. The 24-year-old righty saw his ERA climb to 6.01 through 79.1 frames after his shortest outing of the year. Wilson is lined up to face Toronto at home next week.

Hand struck out one in a perfect inning and earned a save over the Pirates on Friday.

After giving up two runs and blowing a save in his last outing, Hand bounced back to pick up his first save since July 8. He lowered his ERA to 1.86 alongside a 32:20 K:BB through 47 appearances this season. Hand has been tagged with just one earned run over his last 12.2 frames.

Saucedo (hip) resumed a rehab assignment at Triple-A Buffalo on Friday, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports.

Saucedo recently had his rehab assignment paused due to left shoulder fatigue, but he returned to action at Buffalo on Friday and struck out the side on 15 pitches. The southpaw has had rehab assignments paused twice since landing on the injured list in late April, so the Blue Jays will likely exercise caution before clearing him to rejoin the major-league club.