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Eder has generated some buzz within the fantasy community as a potential deep sleeper this season, so this isn’t exactly what you want to see, but at least it’s his non-throwing shoulder. The 25-year-old lefty was acquired from the Marlins last year at the trade deadline and was a highly-touted pitching prospect prior to undergoing Tommy John surgery.

The procedural move opened up a spot on Arizona’s 40-man roster ahead of Friday’s contest against the Pirates. The 28-year-old lefty hasn’t made an appearance for the Diamondbacks since late June.

Ryan was designated for assignment earlier this week at the trade deadline to clear a spot on Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster. The 29-year-old righty has made 13 relief appearances this season in the big leagues.

Staumont passed through waivers unclaimed after being removed from Minnesota’s 40-man roster earlier this week at the trade deadline. The 30-year-old righty was effective this season for the Twins in middle relief and shouldn’t have a problem finding a new opportunity elsewhere.

Walter went unclaimed earlier this week after being designated for assignment at the trade deadline and will head to free agency in search of a new opportunity. The 27-year-old southpaw hasn’t pitched this season due to a rotator cuff strain after making nine relief appearances last year for the Red Sox.

This makes 12 homers and 25 RBI in 31 games for Lewis this season. He has 29 homers and 82 RBI in 101 games for his career, which would be pretty ridiculous if those 101 games hadn’t stretched over three seasons. Still, while he can’t be counted on to remain healthy, Lewis looks like a top-20 overall player while he is close to 100 percent.

Ryan struck out seven and walked three in improving to 7-7 with a 3.59 ERA. He’s given the Twins 13 quality starts in 22 tries, and he’s also had four additional outings in which he’s pitched at least 5 1/3 innings and allowed no more than three earned runs.

Martin was making his first start and second appearance since returning from Tommy John surgery. The stuff probably isn’t there for him to function as a quality starter in the majors, but he might find a niche in middle relief.

Wilson is a threat for saves in the White Sox pen following the Michael Kopech deal, but this obviously won’t help matters. John Brebbia is probably the favorite for saves at this point, but even so, he seems like a weak choice in shallow leagues.

The two-run shot on the third provided the only runs of the game for the White Sox. It’s his only hit to date in three games for his new team. Still, he’ll probably offer some value in deeper mixed leagues while serving as an everyday player in Chicago.

Diaz was DHing with Victor Caratini catching tonight. It’s an arrangement we’ll likely see more of after the Astros failed to add a bat before the deadline. It’s definitely a good thing for Diaz’s value; the Astros aren’t down on him as a catcher, but with Caratini performing like a regular, there’s room for both right now. The Astros might eventually recall César Salazar to provide more flexibility in using both Diaz and Caratini at the same time.