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Worley (2-1) gave up two runs on five hits and three walks over seven innings Sunday, striking out three, but came away with a no-decision in a 5-3 win over the Indians.

He threw 66 of 102 pitches for strikes in his longest outing of the year, and while Worley wasn't exactly fooling anybody (generating just five swinging strikes), he was in line for the win before Brad Brach gave up an unearned run in the eighth inning to tie the score 3-3. This performance was probably good enough to keep Worley in the rotation for another turn, but if so, he'll face a stiff test Friday in Toronto.

Kluber (9-8) gave up three runs on six hits and a walk over seven innings Sunday while striking out eight, but came away with a no-decision in a 5-3 loss to the Orioles.

He was in line for the loss before Cleveland scored a run in eighth inning to tie it, only for Cody Allen to serve up a walkoff homer in the bottom of the ninth. Kluber showed no ill effects from the calf cramping that ended his last start, throwing 67 of 101 pitches for strikes and generating an impressive 20 swinging strikes. He should be safe to use next Sunday, when the Indians host the A's.

Milone (3-3) gave up eight runs (four earned) on 10 hits, including three home runs, in Sunday's loss to the Red Sox. He struck out four without walking a batter.

While a Miguel Sano error in the fifth inning saved some damage to his ERA, Milone's inability to keep the ball away from the middle of the plate is what really doomed him. On the bright side, it was the first time this year he's avoided walking a batter in a start. He'll next take the mound Saturday at home against the White Sox.

Miley (6-8) allowed two runs on four hits and two walks over six innings Sunday while striking out four in a 2-0 loss to the Blue Jays.

He really made only one mistake all game, but unfortunately Edwin Encarnacion deposited it in the center-field seats. It was Miley's third quality start in four July outings, but his ERA on the month is still a pedestrian 4.07. It won't get any easier for Miley his next time out, either, as he'll face Jake Arrieta and the Cubs in Wrigley Field on Saturday.

Eovaldi (9-6) allowed two runs on seven hits and two walks over 6.2 innings Sunday while striking out six in a win over the Giants.

He's now put together two consecutive solid starts since returning to the Yankees' rotation, giving up just three runs in 12 innings with a 7:4 K:BB. Eovaldi's also kept the ball in the park during those two starts and hasn't allowed a long ball in five straight appearances, a massive improvement on the 1.9 HR/9 rate he held prior to that stretch. If he can continue to avoid serving up homers, he could be in line for a strong finish to the season.

Cobb (elbow), who reportedly "felt good" after throwing a two-inning batting practice session Saturday, will throw another bullpen session Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

The session will serve as a litmus test of sorts for Cobb, with a determination on whether he's ready to return to pitching in minor league games expected soon thereafter. The 28-year-old was temporarily taken off any rehab appearances after a pair of rough outings and has instead been working in bullpen sessions with the goal of building up his stamina and improving his mechanics.

Snell allowed just two runs with four strikeouts and two walks across 6.2 innings in Sunday's start versus the Athletics. He did not factor into the decision.

The rookie got off to a bumpy start by allowing two runs on four hits with just one out in the first inning, but he settled down and allowed just five baserunners over the next six frames. Snell has now delievered three consecutive quality starts, yielding just four runs in 18.2 innings in that span, and he has lowered his season ERA to 3.06 after an inauspicious start. He is showcasing the skills that made him a highly-regarded prospect heading into the year and will have the opportunity to build on his recent success next Sunday against the Yankees.

Quintana (8-8) fired 6.2 scoreless innings on three hits and one walk while striking out four, but he received no decision Sunday against the Tigers.

Quintana was staked to a four-run lead in the second inning and silenced the Tigers bats until being lifted from the contest after 117 pitches. Unfortunately, David Robertson blew a three-run lead in the ninth inning to keep the lefty from earning his ninth win of the year. Quintana has now held opponents to one or fewer runs in three of his last four starts to lower his ERA to 2.97. He'll make his next start Friday at the Twins.

Rodon (wrist) will begin a rehab assignment Monday with Triple-A Charlotte.

Rodon has been throwing side sessions and facing hitters in recent days without issue, so he'll move on to the next phase of the rehab process. While he's already missed more the than minimum 15 days, it's possible he'll need only one rehab start before the White Sox feel comfortable activating him from the DL.

The White Sox announced that Sale would serve a five-game suspension stemming from a clubhouse incident prior to Saturday's game against the Tigers. "Chris has been suspended for violating team rules, for insubordination and for destroying team equipment," GM Rick Hahn said in the team's official statement. "While we all appreciate Chris' talent and passion, there is a correct way and an incorrect way to express concerns about team rules and organizational expectations."

Sale's insubordinate behavior was reportedly related to his dissatisfaction with the throwback jerseys the White Sox were scheduled to wear for Saturday's game. The left-hander felt the jersey made him uncomfortable while pitching, and he demonstrated his disdain for the apparel by destroying multiple jerseys with a knife during the White Sox's scheduled batting practice. Sale's actions prompted the team to scratch him from his scheduled start and send him home for the day, and as of Sunday, he still has yet to rejoin the team, according to Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago. Manager Robin Ventura wouldn't comment on the specifics of Saturday's incident, but did say he was optimistic about Sale and the organization making amends. Sale's five-game suspension will be retroactive to Saturday, so he's expected to be back in time to make his next turn in the rotation Thursday against the Cubs. The White Sox recalled Anthony Ranaudo from Triple-A Charlotte to take Sale's spot on the roster while he's under suspension, but Ranaudo will presumably head back to the minors once Sale is activated prior to Thursday's game.