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Mahle (1-1) allowed two runs on two hits -- both home runs -- over 6.2 innings in a win over the Cubs on Friday. He struck out 11 and walked two.

After allowing solo homers to Anthony Rizzo and Kyle Schwarber in the first inning, Mahle was dominant the rest of the way, touching 97 mph with his fastball and flashing a nasty splitter. In total, Mahle racked up 20 called strikes and 19 swinging strikes on 106 pitches. The right-hander has bounced between the rotation and bullpen early on this season, but it's difficult to see him moving back to relief anytime soon with the way he's pitching (3.91 ERA, 32:10 K:BB), especially considering the Reds have a couple doubleheaders in the next week. A home matchup against the Cardinals is next on the docket.

Wacha allowed four runs on six hits and one walk while striking out seven over three innings in Friday's Game 1 win against the Yankees. He didn't factor into the decision.

Wacha had been on the injured list since Aug. 9, but he returned to the mound after recovering from shoulder inflammation. He didn't last very long in the first game of Friday's twin bill as his ERA continues to creep up. The right-hander has now made four starts this season and carries a 7.41 ERA and 25:6 K:BB over 17 innings. He should take the mound again on the road Wednesday against the Orioles.

Peterson (shoulder) was activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Friday's start against the Yankees, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Peterson was sidelined for 15 days while dealing with left shoulder inflammation, but he'll start the second game of Friday's twin bill. It's unclear whether he'll have any workload restrictions Friday, but he should be available in the starting rotation going forward.

DeSclafani was activated from the paternity list Friday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The 30-year-old was placed on the paternity list Tuesday, but he'll rejoin the team for the weekend after spending some time with his family. DeSclafani could take the mound during Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cubs.

Miley was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with a left shoulder strain, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The veteran southpaw delivered four scoreless innings on 64 pitches Thursday against the Brewers, and apparently the shortness of the outing was related to the injury. Miley doesn't have an official timeline for his return, but he'll be eligible to be activated Sept. 8. It's his second stint on the injured list this season, as he previously missed time with a groin injury.

Alcantara is ready to return to the rotation and could start Sunday against the Rays, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.

It takes a little longer for a starting pitcher to get ready to return from COVID-19 than a position player or reliever, but the word is that Alcantara is ready. Pablo Lopez is starting Saturday, but Sunday's spot is open and it seems probable Alcantara will fill that void. He was a strong breakout candidate coming into the year and struck out seven in 6.2 innings while allowing one earned run in his lone start of the season.

Hamels (triceps) could return sometime in September, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

The idea would be for him to return in time to build up his pitch count in the majors in advance of the postseason. It is unclear where Hamels is at in his throwing program, or if a program is even underway.

Peterson (shoulder) will start Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader against the Yankees, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

He will need to be officially activated from the injured list following Game 1. Peterson has been sidelined for 15 days with left shoulder inflammation, and it is unclear if he will be able to handle a normal workload in the nightcap.

Miley didn't factor into the decision in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Brewers. He tossed four scoreless innings, allowing one hit and one walk while fanning three.

Miley had dropped his previous three appearances, so posting a scoreless outing should be a huge confidence booster for him. This was also his first scoreless outing of the season in four games.

Lucchesi will travel with the Padres on their upcoming trip to Colorado as part of the team's taxi squad, Annie Heilbrunn of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Lucchesi began the season as the team's fifth starter but was removed from the active roster Aug. 6 after struggling in his first two outings. Heilbrunn notes that the southpaw is stretched out and able to start or pitch in long relief if he is activated, though there is no indication that San Diego plans to make that move at this time. However, the team could be in need of a spot starter with Dinelson Lamet and Garrett Richards each starting half of Thursday's doubleheader, Adrian Morejon's role in the rotation uncertain, and Cal Quantrill being used in a flex role.