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Gausman (8-1) allowed two earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out six across eight innings to earn the win Thursday against the Diamondbacks.

Gausman worked very efficiently and turned in his third start of the season that went at least eight innings. He continues to dominate his opponents, as he's now allowed only four earned runs across his last 36 innings of work. In addition to his eight wins, Gausman has also maintained a 1.51 ERA with a 103:19 K:BB across 89.2 frames on the campaign.

Gallen (1-2) allowed four earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out three across 2.2 innings to take the loss Thursday against the Giants.

Gallen made his first start since May 7 after being sidelined by an elbow sprain. The outing didn't go as hoped, as he allowed three extra-base hits and was hit hard by the Giants throughout the short start. Positively, Gallen appears to have left the game healthy, so he should be able to continue to building up to his regular workload. Overall, he has a 3.99 ERA with a 35:15 K:BB across 29.1 innings on the season.

Musgrove allowed just four hits and three walks while striking out two over seven scoreless innings Thursday versus Cincinnati. He did not factor in the decision.

Musgrove and Cincinnati's Wade Miley engaged in a pitchers' duel for much of the game before the offenses came alive in the ninth inning. Despite allowing just six runs in his last 28 innings, Musgrove has not earned a win in any of his last five starts. He's maintained a 2.28 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 98:17 K:BB across 79 innings this season. The right-hander projects for his next start versus the Dodgers next week.

Morton (6-3) fired 7.2 scoreless innings and allowed three hits and zero walks while striking out seven to earn the win over the Cardinals on Thursday.

Morton had his best start of the season Thursday, as it was his first scoreless outing of the year. In addition, it was his deepest start and only the second time he didn't issue any walks. The 37-year-old has a 4.03 ERA and a 1.21 WHIP with 82 strikeouts in 73.2 innings. His next start tentatively lines up for Tuesday against the Mets.

Hendricks (9-4) earned the win Thursday after holding the Mets scoreless across six innings. He allowed two hits and a pair of walks while striking out seven.

Hendricks turned in another quality start while blanking his opponent for the second time this year. The right-hander has been prone to home runs, allowing 19 overall, but was able to hold the Mets in check. Over his last seven starts, Hendricks has compiled a flawless 7-0 record, lowering his season ERA to 4.13 and WHIP to 1.30. The 31-year-old lines up to make his next start at home Tuesday against Cleveland.

Stroman (6-5) was charged with the loss against the Cubs on Thursday despite allowing two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out eight across seven innings.

Aside from serving up a two-run homer to Javier Baez in the first inning, Stroman turned in a brilliant performance against the Cubs, while tying a season-high with eight punchouts. Unfortunately, he was strapped with a tough loss after receiving zero run support. The right-hander, who has been the most consistent pitcher for the Mets thus far, has now tossed between six and seven frames in his last eight starts, with three or fewer runs allowed in seven of those outings. Stroman lines up to take the mound at home Tuesday against Atlanta.

Gray (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.

Gray is slated to serve as the starter for Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, and he could rejoin the Rockies' rotation next weekend in Milwaukee if all goes well. The right-hander threw a bullpen session Thursday and has recently been working on the timing of his delivery.

Lorenzen (shoulder) is expected to return from the injured list after the All-Star break, which runs July 12-15, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The 29-year-old has been sidelined all season while recovering from a shoulder strain suffered late in spring training, and he won't see game action until the second half. Lorenzen has recently been throwing bullpen sessions and figures to require a rehab assignment before being activated. He was competing for a rotation spot in the spring, but he'll work as a reliever upon returning due to Cincinnati's severe bullpen struggles.

Muller will likely start one of the two games in Monday's doubleheader against the Mets, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports.

Muller made his major-league debut Wednesday but was sent back to the minors Thursday after he allowed two runs on four hits in one inning. Although the team hasn't made an official announcement, the southpaw is the most likely option to take the mound as part of a twin bill Monday.

DeGrom's MRI on his right shoulder was examined by a second doctor who said he isn't concerned with the issue, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports.

DeGrom's MRI revealed no structural damage Thursday, and the team had the results examined by two doctors out of an abundance of caution. The Mets are hopeful that the right-hander won't require a trip to the injured list. He played light catch in the outfield ahead of Thursday's game against the Cubs, but manager Luis Rojas wouldn't yet commit to naming deGrom the starter for one of the games in Monday's doubleheader against Atlanta. The 32-year-old is considered day-to-day following his encouraging update.