MLB Player News

Smith went 2-for-5 with a solo homer and an RBI single Sunday in the Mets' 10-5 loss to the Reds.

It was the rookie's second homer of the month and fifth since his debut, and Smith is riding a five-game hit streak. The accompanying numbers, however, aren't pretty, as he's .210/.257/.390 in his first taste of big-league action (113 plate appearances). His leash will remain long as the Mets let him adjust to a full-time big-league role he'll occupy to start next season.

X-rays on Cabrera's injured right ankle came back negative Sunday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Cabrera was hit by a pitch on his right ankle during Sunday's game but was fortunate to avoid a serious injury. He's simply dealing with a bruised ankle and will be a day-to-day case moving forward.

Cabrera exited Sunday's game against the Reds after being hit by a pitch on his right ankle, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Cabrera entered the game as a pinch hitter in the sixth inning but was removed from the contest after taking a pitch off his right ankle. The veteran infielder appeared to be in pain but was able to walk off the field under his own power. We'll await word from the Mets with regard to the specifics of his injury following Sunday's contest.

Walker's contract was selected from Triple-A Reno on Sunday.

Walker dazzled with Reno this season, as he hit .309/.382/.597 with 32 home runs and 114 RBI. However, it remains to be seen if his power will translate to the majors due to the Pacific Coast League being rather hitter-friendly. In a corresponding move, the Diamondbacks placed Randall Delgado on the 60-day disabled list.

Joseph is out of the lineup Sunday against the Nationals, Jim Salisbury of CSN Philadelphia reports.

For the third consecutive game, Joseph is being withheld from the starting lineup. Maikel Franco will start at first base and hit fifth in the order with Joseph out.

Cabrera is out of the lineup Sunday against the Reds.

Matt Reynolds will start at third base and hit eighth with Cabrera out of the lineup. Cabrera was been dealing with some back issues recently, but there's yet to be any word that his absence from the lineup is injury related.

Hoskins went 1-for-2 with a home run, a steal, three walks and two RBI on Saturday against the Nationals.

Hoskins crushed his 14th home run of the season to tie the game at one in the second inning of a game the Phillies would go on to win. His incredible assault upon major-league pitching continues, as he's slashing .308/.433/.750.

Goldschmidt (elbow) is back in the lineup Saturday against the Padres.

An MRI earlier in the week cleared Goldschmidt of any structural damage to his elbow, and he was able to successfully ramp up his baseball activities in recent days with no major issues. The 29-year-old will look to continue his push for the National League MVP; he's in the top 10 in virtually every hitting category and is fifth in the league in fWAR.

Cabrera (back) is starting at third base and batting third Saturday against the Reds, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Cabrera is back in action after missing Friday's game with a back issue. He was originally expected to miss Saturday's game as a precaution, but everything apparently checked out prior to the contest, allowing him to return sooner than expected. With Wilmer Flores (nose) shut down for the season, Cabrera should see the bulk of starts at third base down the stretch.

Joseph is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals.

He will head to the bench for the second straight game as Rhys Hoskins once again mans first base. Joseph won't be phased out entirely, but with Odubel Herrera and Aaron Altherr (hamstring) back from the DL, his playing time will take a hit.