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Diaz went 3-for-10 with two doubles, three RBI and a run scored across Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox.

Diaz occupied his customary spot atop the Rays' lineup in both games and did the majority of his work in the opening contest by collecting a two-RBI double in the second inning. Prior to the effort, Diaz had been in a moderate slump, as he had gone just 5-for-25 across his last six starts. That hasn't spoiled his breakout season, as he's only two home runs away from matching his career-best mark in a single season.

Pratto went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Rockies.

Pratto opened the bottom of the first inning with his first homer since May 10, but it only cut the deficit to 5-1 after a horrendous first frame from Daniel Lynch. Pratto has gone 7-for-19 (.368) over his last five contests while continuing to see time out of the leadoff spot. The 24-year-old is now slashing .292/.394/.442 with three homers, 14 RBI, 15 runs scored and a stolen base through 33 games. The lack of consistency in the Royals' lineup could make it hard for Pratto to accrue counting stats even if his bat remains solid all year.

Guerrero went 1-for-4 with one double, one RBI and one steal in Saturday's victory over the Mets.

Guerrero came through in crunch time, plating George Springer on a double in the top of the ninth to give the Blue Jays a 2-1 lead. Though it was his only hit of the day, he managed to steal a base in the first inning after reaching base on a fielder's choice. The swipe was his third of the season but his first since April 24, snapping a 33-game drought.

The Orioles selected Lester's contract from Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday.

With Danny Coulombe landing on the bereavement list Saturday, Lester will join the Orioles in his place. Lester hasn't done much in his major-league career -- he's 0-for-5 with three strikeouts -- but he's slashing .282/.339/.549 through 206 plate appearances in Triple-A this year. He'll likely serve as a bench piece in Baltimore, but his defensive versatility could allow him to enter the lineup every once in a while.

Kirilloff will be on the bench for Saturday's game against the Guardians.

Kiriloff sits after starting 12 straight games, all of which came against righties. He hit .270/.438/.378 with one homer and a 20.8 percent walk rate over that stretch. Donovan Solano will take over at first base in his absence.

Raley (side) will not start the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against Boston, Ryan Bass of Bally Sports Sun reports.

Raley was scratched from the lineup for the afternoon game due to side soreness, and while initial reports indicated that he'd be available for the nightcap, he won't be involved from the start. Instead, Randy Arozarena will rest his legs in the designated hitter spot while Harold Ramirez starts in left field.

Raley (side/stomach) is expected to play in the second half of Saturday's doubleheader versus the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Raley was scratched from the Rays' lineup for the early tilt at Fenway Park after feeling something in his right side or stomach, but it's not considered a serious concern. Harold Ramirez is handling DH duties and batting fifth to open the twin bill in Boston.

Raley was scratched from the lineup for the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

It's unclear why Raley was taken out of the lineup, but the Rays should provide more information shortly. Harold Ramirez will enter as Tampa Bay's designated hitter instead.

Torkelson went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Friday's 3-0 loss to the White Sox.

Torkelson accounted for two of the Tigers' nine baserunners. Since May 16, the first baseman has gone 15-for-58 (.259) with a 13:18 BB:K. It's a slight improvement on his .239/.322/.363 slash line and 10 percent walk rate for the season. He's added four home runs, two steals, 24 RBI and 22 runs scored through 54 contests in a near-everyday role.

Rizzo (neck) is hitting third and playing first base versus the Dodgers on Friday.

Rizzo missed missed three consecutive games while dealing with his neck issues, but the veteran first baseman is back in the middle of the lineup to begin the three-game set against the Dodgers. Jake Bauers retreats to the bench with Rizzo back in the fold.