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Miley (1-1) struck out four and picked up the win Saturday, giving up four hits and two walks over 5.2 scoreless innings in a 6-0 victory over the A's.

The southpaw only threw 56 of his 95 pitches for strikes, but Oakland hitters couldn't square the ball up when he was in the zone -- Stephen Piscotty's first-inning double was the only extra-base hit Miley allowed, and he didn't let any baserunners get past second base. He'll take a 2.31 ERA into his next start Friday in Seattle.

Chirinos will start Sunday's series finale against the Giants, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Chirinos figured to be an option to follow opener Ryne Stanek in Saturday's game but will instead be used as a traditional starter for the second time this season. The 25-year-old allowed only one run on two hits across seven innings during his season debut against the Astros last week.

Giolito (1-1) allowed five runs on six hits and four walks while striking out four in Saturday's 9-2 loss to the Mariners.

Six days after taking a no-hitter into the seventh inning, Giolito reverted to 2018 form, when he had an MLB-high 4.7 BB/9. Giolito's bugaboo is repeating his mechanics, and that can waver from start to start. He's next due to pitch Friday to kick off a road series against the Yankees.

Lynn (0-1) took the loss Friday as the Rangers fell 3-1 to the Angels, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk over seven innings while striking out five.

The right-hander bounced back in impressive fashion from a rough Rangers debut, throwing 65 of 105 pitches for strikes in his first quality start of the season. The club has a couple off days coming up, but with Edinson Volquez (elbow) now on the injured list, it's not yet clear whether Lynn will stay on schedule and pitch Wednesday in Arizona or get some extra rest before taking the mound Friday at home against the A's.

Montas (1-1) took the loss Friday as the A's fell 3-2 to the Astros, giving up two runs on seven hits and three walks over five innings while striking out five.

The right-hander wasn't quite as sharp as in his 2019 debut, throwing 59 of 92 pitches for strikes, but Montas was able to minimize the damage despite putting runners on base in four of his five frames. He'll next take the mound Wednesday in Baltimore.

Bieber didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 3-2 win over the Blue Jays, allowing two runs on two hits and two walks over six innings while striking out nine.

It was an impressive first start of 2019 for the right-hander, even if it did come against a Toronto offense that's made most of the pitchers it's faced so far look good. Bieber was a popular sleeper pick this preseason, and his 11:2 K:BB through eight innings won't dampen the hype. He'll next take the mound Thursday in another potentially juicy matchup, on the road against the Tigers.

Bassitt (lower leg) will make his next rehab start for Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Bassitt was stellar against High-A bats in his first rehab start Thursday, firing three perfect innings while racking up seven strikeouts for Stockton against Rancho Cucamonga. If he produces another strong showing against stiffer competition, the veteran right-hander may be deemed ready for activation.

Odorizzi (0-1) lasted only two-thirds of an inning Friday, giving up five runs (four earned) on two hits and three walks while striking out one to take the loss against the Phillies.

This was the shortest outing of Odorizzi's career. He couldn't find the zone, throwing only 50 percent of his pitches for strikes. The defense behind him didn't help, as the Twins committed two errors in the first inning. Thanks to a strong first outing, Odorizzi's numbers aren't completely out of whack in the small sample size, but he does have an unimpressive 6.75 ERA. He also has a 1.20 WHIP and 12 strikeouts in 6.2 innings. His next start will likely be against the Tigers.

Kikuchi surrendered six runs (four earned) on seven hits and a walk while striking out four over five innings Friday against the White Sox. He didn't factor into the decision.

Kikuchi didn't get off to a great start and allowed three first-inning runs on two hits and three errors. He gave up three more runs in the second before settling down to toss three straight scoreless frames. This was certainly Kikuchi's worst outing of the 2019 campaign, although he managed to get off the hook for the loss before the Mariners ultimately gave up the lead in the late innings. He'll search for a better outcome in his next start Wednesday against Kansas City.

Glasnow (2-0) pitched six shutout innings Friday, allowing three runs on three hits while striking out six and walking one to earn a victory against the Giants.

The 25-year-old isn't displaying the electric strikeout rate that made him a top prospect in the Pirates organization, but owners have to be pleased with the beginning of his first full season with the Rays. Glasnow has allowed just one run and two walks in 11 innings to open 2019. That control is the most encouraging sign for the right-hander, who posted a 5.0 BB/9 in his first three MLB seasons. Glasnow is 2-0 with a 0.82 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 10 strikeouts through two starts. His next outing will likely be against the White Sox.