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Gilbert allowed four runs on nine hits and struck out seven over six innings in a no-decision versus the Blue Jays on Sunday.

Gilbert took a no-decision for the first time since June 3. The nine hits and four runs he allowed both matched season highs, though it was a positive to see him not issue a walk for the fifth time in 18 starts. The right-hander threw 69 of 99 pitches for strikes but recorded only nine whiffs. Gilbert has a 2.80 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 100:29 K:BB through 106 innings this season. He's projected for one more start before the All-Star break, which is expected to be a road matchup with the Rangers next weekend.

Irvin (3-7) allowed two runs on five hits and struck out two without walking a batter over six innings, but he took the loss Sunday versus the Astros.

Irvin gave up an RBI double to Alex Bregman in the first inning and an RBI single to Korey Lee in the fifth. With the Athletics' lack of run support, that was enough to send Irvin to his fifth loss in his last six starts. The southpaw has posted three quality starts in that span and still boasts respectable ratios in the form of a 3.32 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 58:18 K:BB across 89.1 innings this year. His next start is also projected to be against the Astros, as he lines up to pitch next weekend in Houston.

Odorizzi (4-2) allowed four hits and one walk with seven strikeouts in seven shutout innings, earning the win Sunday over the Athletics.

Quality of opponent aside, this was a convincing performance for Odorizzi after he struggled in his first game back from ligaments strains and sprains in his lower right leg. He posted his longest start of the year with a season high in strikeouts. The right-hander has been generally effective with a 3.38 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 31:14 K:BB across 42.2 innings in nine starts overall. Odorizzi is lined up for another start versus the Athletics next weekend, with that game in Houston.

Dunning allowed four runs on six hits, four walks and a hit batter with two strikeouts in 2.1 innings versus the Twins on Sunday. He did not factor in the decision.

Dunning avoided a loss as the Rangers' offense kept the game close, but this was his third start of less than five innings in his last seven outings. He was inefficient, throwing 38 of 66 pitches for strikes as he struggled to scrape together seven outs. The right-hander has given up four or more runs in six of his 18 starts, leading to a 4.42 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 84:37 K:BB across 95.2 innings. He'll look to get back on track in a home start versus the Mariners next week.

Bundy (5-4) allowed four runs on six hits and two walks with four strikeouts in five innings, earning the win Sunday over the Rangers.

The Twins never trailed in this contest, though Bundy was far from sharp. He had allowed six runs (five earned) in 24 innings across his last four starts, but a three-run double by Josh Smith and a sacrifice fly from Corey Seager accounted for all four runs on Bundy's line Sunday. The right-hander was able to escape with the win when Ryan Jeffers put the Twins ahead with a homer in the sixth inning. For the season, Bundy's posted a 4.68 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 57:16 K:BB through 75 innings in 15 starts. He's lined up for a home start versus the White Sox next weekend.

Greinke (3-5) earned the win Sunday over Cleveland, striking out five in five scoreless innings while allowing three hits and a walk.

Greinke scattered three singles and a walk, and no baserunner made it past second base against him. The five strikeouts Sunday tied his season high. Since returning from an elbow injury in June, he's tossed at least five innings and held his opponents to one run or fewer in three of four starts. His next start will likely be this weekend in Toronto.

Milone is expected to start or follow an opener Wednesday against the Nationals, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.

The veteran left-hander has totaled 10 frames over four appearances since having his contract selected by Seattle in mid-June, so he's unlikely to have a chance at a win if he starts Wednesday's contest. Milone has a 3.60 ERA, 0.70 WHIP and 4:0 K:BB this season.

Allard was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock on Sunday.

Allard was called up from Triple-A on Wednesday and didn't make an appearance during his brief time with the big-league club. Matt Bush (forearm) was activated from the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move.

The Royals plan to activate Lynch (finger) from the 15-day injured list to have him start the second game of Monday's home doubleheader with the Tigers, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Kansas City will likely wait until the first game of the twin bill is completed before formally activating Lynch, but the southpaw looks like he'll line up for a two-start week upon his return from the IL. Lynch, who was sidelined for just over the minimum 15 days with a blister on his left index finger, isn't expected to face any major workload restrictions Monday. Prior to landing on the shelf, Lynch went 3-7 while generating a 4.95 ERA and 1.54 WHIP in 63.2 innings across his 13 starts.

The Tigers will recall Faedo (hip) from Triple-A Toledo to start the second game of Monday's doubleheader with the Royals in Kansas City, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

As expected, the hip injury that forced Faedo out early in his most recent start for the Tigers on July 4 against the Guardians won't prevent him from rejoining the big club when a spot starter is needed once again for Monday's doubleheader. Expect Detroit to designate Faedo as the 27th man for the twin bill and option him back to Toledo immediately following his start.