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Cabrera went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in the season opener Thursday against the Padres.

Cabrera came through with an RBI single in the first inning, and he continued to produce from there, clubbing a two-run homer to right field to end Yu Darvish's outing in the fifth frame. With Ketel Marte starting in center field in the absence of Kole Calhoun (knee), Cabrera could continue to rack up plate appearances at third base with Eduardo Escobar occupying second.

Goldschmidt went 4-for-5 with two doubles, an RBI and three runs in Thursday's win over the Reds.

He powered St. Louis with four hits from the two hole (between Tommy Edman and Nolan Arenado) in a vintage performance. It's always nice to see a player locked in early. Goldschmidt will look to get on the board with his first long ball this weekend before the Cardinals leave the friendly confines of Great American Ball Park.

Santana went 1-for-3 with three walks and two runs scored in Thursday's 14-10 win over the Rangers.

There was no shortage of offense Thursday, and Santana did his part to keep the line moving. He scored on a Kyle Isbel single in the first inning and a Hunter Dozier fielder's choice in the seventh. Santana also added an RBI single in the third. The 34-year-old first baseman is known for having a good batting eye -- he posted a .349 on-base percentage in 255 plate appearances last season despite a batting average of just .199. There's still some power in his bat, too, so fantasy managers who can cover his drag on average could benefit from utilizing Santana. He hit third in Thursday's game and figures to remain in the heart of the order for most of the year.

Rizzo went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI in Thursday's loss to the Pirates.

Chicago managed just two hits all day, with Rizzo and Eric Sogard both recording doubles. The veteran first baseman batted third, and when his talented teammates get going, he should be able to rack up plenty of runs and RBI from his prime lineup spot.

Solano is starting Thursday's game against the Mariners, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports.

Solano should serve primarily as a backup to begin the year with Tommy La Stella and Brandon Belt available, but he'll start against left-hander Marco Gonzales on Opening Day. The veteran will play second base and bat third against the Mariners.

Calhoun (knee) was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday.

Calhoun underwent knee surgery in March but has still been making good progress while participating in baseball activities. However, the 33-year-old will miss at least the first two series of the regular season while he recovers. Pavin Smith is starting in right field for Thursday's game against the Padres, but Tim Locastro could also see increased playing time in Calhoun's absence, especially against left-handed pitchers.

Bour did not make the Giants' Opening Day roster and will head to minor-league camp as expected, Maria Guardado of MLB.com reports.

After spending 2020 in Japan, Bour was not a part of big-league spring training. He'll serve as organizational depth at first base. The 32-year-old shouldn't be expected to see much time in the majors this year.

Santana will start at first base and bat third in Thursday's season opener versus the Rangers.

Adalberto Mondesi initially looked on track to begin the season as the Royals' No. 3 hitter, but his placement on the injured list Wednesday due to an oblique strain has opened the door for Santana to slot in between Andrew Benintendi and Salvador Perez in the batting order. After signing a two-year, $17.5 million deal with Kansas City over the winter, the 34-year-old turned in a productive spring, posting a .949 OPS while drawing 11 walks against nine strikeouts.

Cabrera is starting Thursday's game against the Padres.

The veteran infielder hit .326 with three home runs this spring and will enter the starting lineup against the Padres on Opening Day with Nick Ahmed (knee) sitting out. Cabrera will play third base and bat fifth against San Diego.

Dalbec and the Red Sox won't play the Orioles on Thursday after their Opening Day game was postponed due to rain, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

The two teams are now scheduled to play their season opener Friday, which was initially set to be an off day for both sides.