Fleming was recalled from Triple-A Durham on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming was sent to Durham in early May, and he worked mainly as a starter with the minor-league club. The southpaw posted a 2.36 ERA and 1.31 WHIP in 45.2 innings over eight appearances (seven starts) at the Triple-A level. He should serve as a multi-inning option out of the Rays' bullpen and will be a candidate to serve as a bulk reliever behind opener Jalen Beeks during Monday's bullpen game against Boston.

Fleming was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming served as the primary pitcher Friday against the Mariners and allowed two runs on four hits and three walks while striking out one in 2.2 innings. After posting a 6.38 ERA and 1.96 WHIP in 18.1 innings over six appearances (two starts) in the majors, the southpaw will attempt to sort things out in the minors. The Rays haven't indicated who will take Fleming's place in the rotation, but Ralph Garza will likely be a candidate after he was recalled Saturday.

Fleming yielded two runs on four hits and three walks over 2.2 innings in Friday's victory against Seattle. He struck out one batter and did not factor in the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming entered the game in the third inning after Matt Wisler allowed two runs in two frames as the opener. He let four of the first five batters in the fourth inning reach base with the lone out being Abraham Toro's RBI sacrifice fly. The 25-year-old saw his ERA rise slightly from 6.32 to 6.38. Fleming is expected to face the Angels on the road next week.

Fleming will pitch behind opener Matt Wisler against the Mariners on Friday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming has a 6.32 ERA, 1.85 WHIP and 16:6 K:BB through five outings this season, and he'll follow an opener Friday for the fourth time. The 25-year-old has a 3.12 ERA in his three previous appearances as a primary pitcher, so his outlook is significantly improved compared to when he works as a traditional starter.

Fleming (2-3) was charged with the loss Sunday against Minnesota after surrendering six runs (five earned) on five hits across 3.2 innings. He had one strikeout and three walks.

EDGE Analysis

The left-hander threw 53 of his 77 pitches for strikes and delivered first-pitch strikes to 16 of the 19 hitters he faced, but he was unable to take advantage of that success early in the count. Fleming issued only three walks over his first four outings of the season, but he doubled that total Sunday. It's been tough going early in the campaign with a 6.32 ERA and 1.85 WHIP across 15.2 innings. The 25-year-old lines up to pitch next weekend in Seattle, though it's unclear if Tampa Bay will utilize him as a traditional starter or have him follow an opener.

Fleming will start Sunday's game against Twins, radio broadcaster Steve Carney reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming has worked as both starter and reliever this season, and he will start Sunday for the second time. Don't expect him to be out there too long, as he has not gone more than 3.1 innings in any of his four appearances to date.

Fleming (2-2) received the loss after allowing seven runs (none earned) on four hits, a walk and a hit batsman in two innings of an 8-4 defeat Tuesday against Seattle.

EDGE Analysis

For the second time this season, Fleming served as the primary pitcher after Matt Wisler opened the game. The lefty Fleming entered the game to begin the third inning and retired all three batters via groundouts. The wheels came off in the fourth inning as Fleming was hit hard and Tampa Bay committed costly errors on consecutive plays, leading to seven unearned runs. All in all, he faced 11 batters and needed 44 pitches to complete the frame. While some of the issues Tuesday could be pinned on the Rays' defense, Fleming has struggled this season, allowing 18 hits in 12 innings.

Fleming is expected to pitch behind opener Matt Wisler against the Mariners on Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming also followed Wisler in his last outing but struggled versus the Cubs, as he allowed three runs on four hits with two strikeouts and a walk over 3.1 innings, though he still picked up the win. Fleming has a 2.38 FIP and 13:2 K:BB across 10 frames this season, so he could be due for some positive regression.

Fleming (2-1) got the win Tuesday after pitching 3.1 innings out of the bullpen, surrendering three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out two in the victory over the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming followed Matt Wisler who opened the game Tuesday, giving up three earned runs for the second straight outing. All of the damage against him in the bottom of the fourth frame as he gave up an RBI double to Frank Schwindel before Patrick Wisdom scored him on a long ball, narrowing the Rays lead to 4-3. Fleming produced a 5.09 ERA and 1.35 WHIP over 104.1 innings in 2021 and he's put together a similar 5.40 ERA and and 1.60 WHIP over 10 frames to start 2022.

Fleming will work in a bulk relief role Tuesday against the Cubs, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fleming has taken over the rotation spot vacated by Luis Patino (oblique), though he's set to follow Matt Wisler on Tuesday. Fleming has an impressive 11:1 K:BB across 6.2 innings this season, but he was tagged for three earned runs in his most recent outing. Assuming he is effective, Fleming should be able to work at least three frames and potentially more.