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Chirinos (6-2) took the loss against the Twins on Saturday, giving up four runs on nine hits and one walk over 5.1 innings. He struck out seven as the Rays fell 6-2.

Chirinos gave up two runs on third-inning back-to-back doubles by Jorge Polanco and Marwin Gonzalez and was nicked for single runs in the fourth and fifth frames, the latter on a Marwin Gonzalez solo homer. The right-hander still has a fine 3.25 ERA and 0.95 WHIP to go along with a 49:11 K:BB. He lines up for a tough matchup against the Red Sox in in Fenway Park on Friday.

Sale (1-7) allowed four runs on seven hits with 10 strikeouts and a walk across six innings while taking a loss against the Yankees on Friday.

It was another huge night for Sale in the strikeout category, but his ERA also rose to 4.35, which is a career-worst mark. Sale has posted a 1.4 HR/9 and 2.5 BB/9 this season, which aren't necessarily terrible numbers but also aren't what owners are accustomed to seeing from him. Combine that with some very poor run support, and Sale is 1-7 despite a 1.08 WHIP and 98 strikeouts in 68.1 innings this season. Sale will pitch next at the Royals on Thursday.

Mejia (calf) threw lightly off the mound Friday and is scheduled for a full bullpen session Saturday, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

It doesn't sound like the Twins are in any rush to have him return from the IL since he may not have a spot in the bullpen when he returns. Mejia struggled to an 8.74 ERA with nine walks and 11 strikeouts in 11.1 innings before going on the IL. He'd need to clear waivers to be sent to the minors, however.

Turnbull (3-4) picked up the win after allowing one run on five hits and a walk while striking out two over six innings Friday against the Braves.

Turnbull surrendered his only run of the night in the third inning on a groundout to shortstop, but it was smooth sailing from there on. The 26-year-old had spent the last three days on the bereavement list but didn't miss a turn in the rotation while he was away from the team. Following Friday's impressive start, Turnbull sports a 2.84 ERA and 1.26 WHIP with a 64:22 K:BB through 66.2 innings this season.

Berrios didn't factor into the decision after surrendering three runs on three hits and three walks while striking out eight over 6.2 innings Friday night against the Rays.

Berrios surrendered two runs in the second inning on a two-run homer, but his only other run allowed came in the third. The 25-year-old had won six of his last eight starts heading into Friday's matchup, but his offense struck just a little too late for the right-hander to pick up the victory. He owns a 3.27 ERA and 1.13 WHIP with 72 strikeouts across 77 innings this season.

Kikuchi could be limited to one inning in his next scheduled start, and it's possible he could simply skip his next outing completely, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

Skipper Scott Servais will meet with Kikuchi on Saturday to discuss the matter, and considering the southpaw's struggles of late, now seems like a good time to give Kikuchi a breather. He's been rocked for 11 runs (10 earned) over his last two starts, lasting just 3.1 innings in each.

Eovaldi (elbow) looked solid in his simulated game Friday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. "He was really good. Stuff was great," stated manager Alex Cora. "It seems like he's getting close to seeing some action. He'll be with us sooner rather than later."

This is good news for the right-hander, who's been on the shelf since April 20 after undergoing surgery to remove loose bodies in his right elbow. Following Friday's throwing session, the Red Sox have yet to decide whether Eovaldi's next outing will be another simulated game or a rehab outing. It's also worth noting that Boston still plans on deploying Eovaldi as the fifth starter in the rotation. "That fifth game is really important for us," said Cora. "Having the rotation, having guys go deep into games, that's how we operate here."

Severino (lat) was throwing off flat ground again Friday, Coley Harvey of ESPN.com reports.

It's the third time this week Severino has played catch as he is gradually stretching out his throwing distance. Once the 25-year-old is able to participate in long toss, he should be able to advance to throwing off a mound. Severino won't make his return prior to the All-Star break.

Rodriguez will not start in this weekend's series against the Yankees, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Rodriguez originally lined up to start Friday, but with Thursday's postponement pushing Chris Sale back a day, Rodriguez will end up the odd man out. Rick Porcello and David Price will pitch Saturday's and Sunday's games, respectively. The 26-year-old lefty has a 5.04 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 66:20 K:BB through 60.2 innings, and could be called upon to start Tuesday at Kansas City.

Turnbull was reinstated from the bereavement list as expected Friday ahead of his scheduled start against the Braves.

Turnbull missed the minimum three days on the bereavement list and won't miss a turn in the rotation or even see his start pushed back. He's allowed seven runs in 12 innings over his last two starts but still has a strong 2.97 ERA on the season.