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Arraez (kneecap) will remain on the bench for the second game of Friday's doubleheader against Detroit.

Arraez left Wednesday' game against the White Sox with left patellar soreness and did not take part in the first game of Friday's twin bill. Marwin Gonzalez starts at second base in his absence.

Torres (hamstring) could return to the lineup Sunday against the Orioles, Marly Rivera of ESPN.com reports.

Torres has missed just over two weeks with a hamstring strain. At one point, general manager Brian Cashman stated that the shortstop would miss 3-to-6 weeks, but he appears to be ahead of that schedule. He took part in a scrimmage at the Yankees' alternate training site Friday and is expected to join his teammates Saturday, though he may not be activated until the following day.

Rosario is out of the lineup Friday against the Phillies, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports.

Rosario started the past two games and went 4-for-7 with three runs, three RBI and a walk, but he'll take a seat for Friday's series opener. Andres Gimenez will start at shortstop and bat ninth for the Mets.

Albies (wrist) is taking live batting practice Friday, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

The 23-year-old's progression from the bone contusion in his right wrist he suffered in late July has been slow, but participating in live batting practice is a promising sign for his return. Albies could return sometime next week if he continues ramping up with no issues.

Arraez (kneecap) is out of the lineup for Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader against the Tigers.

The 23-year-old was lifted from Wednesday's contest with left patellar soreness, and he'll remain out of the lineup for at least one game. It's unclear if Arraez will be available off the bench or for the nightcap. Ehire Adrianza will start at the keystone for the Twins, batting sixth.

Frazier is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader against the Reds.

Frazier has a modest six-game hit streak and has a .919 OPS during that stretch, but he'll take a seat for Friday's matinee. Kevin Newman shifts to the keystone while Erik Gonzalez starts at shortstop in Game 1.

Altuve (knee) is considered day-to-day after undergoing an MRI on Friday, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.

The 30-year-old was removed from Thursday's contest with right knee discomfort after a hard slide into third base, but it appears he avoided a serious injury. Altuve previously underwent surgery on the same knee following the 2018 campaign. It's unclear if he'll be available for Friday's matchup with the Angels, though it wouldn't be surprising if the Astros stay cautious and give him a couple days to rest up.

Biggio went 1-for-3 with two walks, a double and two runs scored in Thursday's extra-inning win over the Red Sox.

The 25-year-old continues to thrive atop the order for the Jays. Since the beginning of August, Biggio is slashing .269/.402/.463 through 29 games with four homers, three steals, 15 RBI and 24 runs.

Elmore was released by Cleveland on Friday.

The 33-year-old joined the 60-man player pool in early July and had been at the team's alternate training site. Elmore appeared in 20 games for the Pirates last season and had a .479 OPS in 49 plate appearances.

Rojas started at second base and went 1-for-4 in Thursday's 5-1 loss to the Dodgers.

Rojas was in the lineup a second straight night after serving as the designated hitter Wednesday. He was recalled Wednesday by the Diamondbacks, who were active sellers at the trade deadline. The 26-year-old. who had one at-bat during a brief stay in the majors earlier this season, should see an uptick in playing time this month.