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Forsythe (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment over the weekend, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Both Forsythe and Justin Turner (wrist) are ready to start rehab assignments over the weekend, which means the infield is close to being back to full strength minus Corey Seager. Forsythe's impending return will lessen the need for Chase Utley to see regular playing time at second base. That said, Forsythe's nearly month-long absence means that he'll likely need a few rehab games before being activated.

Hernandez is out of the lineup Thursday against the Reds, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Hernandez will head to the bench for the second time in three games with a right-hander (Tyler Mahle) toeing the rubber for the opposition. Left-handed hitting Joc Pederson will once again start in center field in his stead, suggesting the two could ultimately settle into a platoon.

Rosario went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Wednesday's extra-inning loss to the Reds.

The steal was his first of the year in three attempts. Rosario hasn't contributed much at the plate this season, slashing .248/.278/.330 through 33 games while still looking for his first homer, but it's the lack of value he's providing with his legs that's likely more disappointing for anyone who took a chance on the 22-year-old.

Franklin was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right quad strain.

Franklin lasted just four innings into his season debut before suffering the injury Tuesday against Cleveland. He underwent an MRI on Wednesday morning to determine the severity of the issue, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Tyler Saladino was called up to take his place on the roster.

The Mets recalled Guillorme from Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Though Guillorme has posted a respectable .827 OPS at Las Vegas this season, defense is his calling card. The 23-year-old is expected to serve as a utility infielder during his stint with the big club, with new everyday third baseman Wilmer Flores perhaps most at risk of getting replaced by Guillorme late in games. Guillorme will likely be sent back to Triple-A once Todd Frazier (hamstring) returns from the 10-day disabled list.

Franklin exited Tuesday's win over the Indians with a quadriceps strain and will be placed on the 10-day disabled list, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Franklin was promoted from Double-A Biloxi on Tuesday and got the start at second base, but injured himself coming out of the batter's box to beat a double play in the fourth inning. The super-utility man should hit the disabled list Wednesday along with starting pitcher Wade Miley.

Hernandez is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Hernandez will take a seat for the second time in three games while Joc Pederson picks up another start in center field. Hernandez has started five of eight games -- at four different positions -- since Corey Seager (elbow) was ruled out for the remainder season.

Dubon (knee) has been diagnosed with a torn left ACL and will miss the remainder of the season.

Dubon was outstanding early this season, posting a .922 OPS over 27 games, and was likely ticketed for his first trip to the big leagues at some point in 2018. However, due to the injury he suffered in a rundown, that will no longer be an option. A timeline for Dubon's recovery has not been established, so it remains to be seen if he will be ready for the beginning of spring training.

Franklin's contract was selected from Double-A Biloxi on Tuesday.

Franklin started off the year in Double-A in order to get work as a catcher, but with Stephen Vogt (shoulder) experiencing a setback in his most recent rehab stint, the Brewers will add Franklin to the active roster for more depth overall. The 27-year-old played every position beside pitcher and center field with the Shuckers, so he seems to be in line for super-utility duty off the Brewers' bench. He will immediately jump into Milwaukee's lineup and hit sixth against Indians starter Corey Kluber on Tuesday night.

Urias went 4-for-5 with a home run, a pair of doubles, a walk and four runs for Triple-A El Paso in its 14-12 loss to Albuquerque on Sunday.

Multi-hit performances are nothing too out of the ordinary for Urias, who boasts arguably the best hit tool of any prospect in the minors, but the increased power he has displayed upon moving to the Pacific Coast League this season has been a pleasant surprise. After adding three extra-base knocks to his ledger Sunday, Urias' slugging percentage is now up .463, which is 83 points above the mark he posted in 2017 at Double-A San Antonio. Though the non-contending Padres don't have much urgency to push their top prospects through the system this season, Urias has earned a promotion based on merit and shouldn't have to wait too much longer to get a look in the big leagues with the trio of Jose Pirela, Freddy Galvis and Carlos Asuaje offering little impact at the middle-infield spots.