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Brito was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Sunday.

Brito made his major-league debut Sunday against the Giants and allowed two hits and a walk while striking out six in five scoreless innings to earn the win. While he'll head to the minors following his impressive showing, the move is likely being made since the Yankees have an off day next week, so the team could choose to utilize a four-man rotation. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see Brito return to the majors around mid-April, especially if Luis Severino (lat) needs more time on the injured list.

Garcia (0-1) took the loss Sunday against the White Sox, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks over five-plus innings. He struck out four.

Garcia allowed just a solo homer through five frames, but he returned for the sixth inning and loaded the bases without recording an out, with two of those runners coming around to score. The right-hander generated 13 swinging strikes but was hit hard at times, giving up five extra-base hits. Garcia will look to rebound his next time out, which tentatively projects to come Saturday at Minnesota.

Clevinger (1-0) had eight strikeouts over five scoreless innings to earn the win Sunday at Houston. He allowed three hits and three walks.

The veteran right-hander delivered 60 of his 98 pitches for strikes and held the Astros without an extra-base hit. Clevinger still has some work to do on his early season command, as he plunked two batters in addition to the three walks, but it was still a strong start to the campaign. He lines up for a favorable matchup against the Pirates on the road next weekend.

Keller (0-1) took the loss Sunday against the Twins, allowing two runs on five hits and four walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out six.

Keller threw only 50 of his 88 pitches for strikes as he struggled with his command, though he was able to hold Minnesota to just two runs. The 27-year-old had a 3.7 BB/9 last season, and the four walks Sunday aren't a good indication he'll be much better in that regard during 2023. The right-hander is tentatively slated to next take the mound Friday in San Francisco.

Ryan (1-0) earned the win Sunday in Kansas City, allowing one run on three hits and two walks over six innings in a 7-4 victory. He had six strikeouts.

The right-hander surrendered a solo homer to Edward Olivares during the second inning, but he was otherwise in complete control against the Royals. He generated only nine swinging strikes but still managed six strikeouts. Ryan will have a much tougher test next weekend as he lines up to pitch at home versus the Astros.

Brito (1-0) allowed two hits and a walk over five shutout frames Sunday, striking out six and earning a win over the Giants.

Brito earned a spot in the rotation with a solid spring and a few injuries ahead of him on the depth chart. He backed that up with a scoreless MLB debut that featured 16 whiffs, 11 of which came from the changeup. The 25-year-old never allowed a Giant to reach scoring position. Brito posted a 2.96 ERA in 112.2 innings with Double-A Somerset and Triple-A Wilkes-Barre/Scranton last season. He's projected to start in Baltimore in his next start.

Wentz (0-1) allowed three runs on four hits and a walk over 5.1 frames Sunday, striking out three and taking a loss against the Rays.

The rookie southpaw tossed three shutout frames before serving up a solo shot to Randy Arozarena in the fourth. Wentz was then tagged with a pair of runs in the sixth. He forced 11 swinging strikes, including four with his changeup. However, Wentz was hit hard all afternoon, resulting in an average exit velocity of 90.1 mph against him. He's scheduled for a home matchup with Boston next week.

Springs (1-0) issued one walk over six no-hit innings Sunday. He struck out 12 and earned a win over Detroit.

Springs completely dominated the Tigers, firing 58 of 81 pitches for strikes. He allowed just one base runner on a second-inning walk to Nick Maton. Springs forced 13 whiffs and recorded the first double-digit strikeout performance of his MLB career. At one point, the 30-year-old southpaw recorded five consecutive punchouts. He's lined up for another nice matchup next week when the Rays host Oakland.

Canning (groin) is set to throw a bullpen session Monday, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.

Canning will take the next step forward in his buildup program as he looks to move past the left groin strain he suffered late in spring training. The injury took him out of contention for a spot in the Angels' season-opening rotation, and Tucker Davidson is in line to replace him the first time the Halos opt to add a sixth starter to the mix.

Gaddis is listed as the Guardians' probable starting pitcher for Wednesday's game in Oakland.

Though he was lit up for four earned runs on five hits and a walk while striking out four in 3.2 innings in his 2023 debut Friday in Seattle, Gaddis will get at least one more chance to better solidify himself as the Guardians' No. 5 starter while Triston McKenzie (lat) is on the shelf. While the matchup with a punchless Oakland offense is a good one on paper, Gaddis' uninspiring track record through three career MLB starts makes it difficult to trust him as a streaming option.