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Canterino has a 1.00 ERA and 35 strikeouts with three walks over 18 innings in his first four starts for High-A Cedar Rapids.

Canterino was the Twins' second-round pick in the 2019 first-year player draft, and spent some time last season at the alternate training site for developmental purposes. As a 23-year old pitcher out of college, he could advance quickly if he continues to dominate at High-A.

Smeltzer (elbow) started throwing Monday but said it's difficult to plan the next steps in his rehab, MLB.com reports.

Smeltzer went on the injured list May 12 with nerve irritation in his left elbow. While his timetable to return is uncertain, the Twins have said they do not think there is any structural damage to his elbow.

Lambert was returned to Triple-A Charlotte after starting Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader against Cleveland.

As the 27th man for the doubleheader, Lambert allowed three runs on seven hits in 3.1 innings. It was the third big-league appearance for the righty, and he may be called up again for a spot start if the White Sox play another doubleheader before Michael Kopech (hamstring), who usually fills that role, returns from the injured list.

Graterol (forearm) pitched a scoreless, 11-pitch inning with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Monday.

The righty induced two groundouts and a flyout en route to a 1-2-3 inning. This marks a positive step toward the return of Graterol, who has pitched just 1.1 total innings with the Dodgers in 2021. Upon activation, Graterol figures to have a substantial, high-leverage role out of an injury-riddled bullpen.

Karinchak (2-2) allowed three runs (two earned) on two hits and a walk in one inning during Monday's loss in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the White Sox. He struck out one and took the loss.

Karinchak started the eighth inning with Billy Hamilton on second and let him come around to score on a Jose Abreu sacrifice fly. He then coughed up a two-run shot to Adam Eaton shortly after. After allowing just one run in his first 21 appearances, Karinchak has now allowed seven runs (five earned) over his last four games. His ERA is up to 2.28 in 23.2 innings.

Bummer allowed one unearned run and issued a walk in one inning of work in Game 1 of Monday's doubleheader against Cleveland. He struck out one and earned the save.

Bummer came in with a three-run lead in the eighth inning and allowed the inherited runner on second to score on a double play. He earned his first save of the season after blowing his first four opportunities. The 27-year-old lowered his season ERA to 3.48 through 20.2 innings.

Martin pitched a perfect inning with one strikeout to earn a hold in Monday's 5-3 win over Washington.

Martin made his first appearance since May 23, as he held been held out of action while managing vaccine side effects. The right-hander has been excellent when healthy with a 1.17 ERA, 0.78 WHIP and 5:1 K:BB across 7.2 innings this season. He missed over a month with a shoulder injury, but his performance suggests he'll be in the mix for high-leverage work.

Smith pitched a perfect ninth inning with one strikeout to earn the save in Monday's 5-3 win over Washington.

After a so-so start from Charlie Morton, Atlanta's bullpen allowed just one hit over the last four innings of the game. Smith was able to close it out, and he remains a perfect 9-for-9 in save opportunities. He's had some shaky moments this year with a 1-4 record, 4.05 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 27:8 K:BB through 22 appearances.

Trivino (2-2) allowed two unearned runs on a hit and a walk over two-thirds of an inning in Monday's extra-inning loss to Seattle.

Trivino allowed the initial runner to score the game-tying run on a Ty France single in the bottom of the 10th inning. A Matt Olson error put runners on second and third, and Tom Murphy's sacrifice fly was enough to stick Trivino with the loss. It's just the second blown save in nine chances this year for the 29-year-old. He's added a 2.81 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 24:14 K:BB and four holds in 25.2 innings.

Brewers manager Craig Counsell said after Monday's 3-2 win over Detroit in 10 innings that Williams wasn't available out of the bullpen due to an unspecified issue, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. "Devin was a 'no,'" Counsell said. "He just didn't feel good [Monday], so we stayed away from him."

After claiming National League Rookie of the Year honors in 2020, Williams has taken a big step back in 2021, logging a 4.19 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 29:12 K:BB in 19.1 innings. The right shoulder injury Williams developed shortly before the playoffs last season may be having some effect on his downturn in velocity, command and control, but for now, the Brewers aren't indicating that he's being held out due to any concerning physical issue. Milwaukee could stay away from Williams again in Tuesday's series finale with Detroit, which would allow him to pick up another day of rest during Wednesday's off day.