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McNeil went 2-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and two runs scored Tuesday against the Nationals.

McNeil did much of his damage late in the game, popping a solo homer in the eighth inning -- his 18th of the season. Just one frame later, he came through with a two-RBI single to extend the Mets' lead. McNeil had struggled since coming off the injured list Aug. 24, collecting just three hits across his first 25 at-bats. However, he's now reached base multiple times and homered in consecutive games. For the season, McNeil still owns a stellar .323/.390/.529 line across 480 plate appearances.

Chavis (shoulder/side) returned from his rehab assignment Tuesday but remains on the injured list, Chris Mason of The Salem News reports.

Chavis had been rehabbing with Triple-A Pawtucket but was scratched Friday and sent for further evaluation. It remains unclear when he's expected to return, but he's evidently not ready to go just yet.

Urias isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks.

Urias has struggled to a .143 average over his last 10 games, and he's also struggled in the field. Greg Garcia draws the start at shortstop and is set to lead off.

Lux will start at second base and bat leadoff Tuesday against the Rockies.

The 21-year-old had a pair of hits -- including a double on his first career barrel -- and three runs scored out of the eight hole in his debut Monday. He will be tested Tuesday with an assignment atop the order as Joc Pederson sits with an abdominal bruise. Manager Dave Roberts told Alden Gonzalez of ESPN.com that Lux will start almost every game at second base against right-handers this month. Lux should be owned in virtually all fantasy leagues.

Altuve will sit Tuesday against Milwaukee, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Altuve is riding a 10-game hitting streak, posting a .333/.340/.600 line over that stretch. Aledmys Diaz will start at second base in his absence.

Castro is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Royals.

Castro has hit for a respectable .286 batting average over his last 17 games but has done very little else, posting a .646 OPS over that stretch. Victor Reyes starts in center field Tuesday.

Rosario will head to the bench for Tuesday's game against the Nationals.

Rosario is in line for a day off after going 1-for-5 in Monday's series opener. Luis Guillorme draws the start at shortstop and will bat eighth.

Torres is not in the lineup Tuesday against Texas.

Torres has hit .300/.345/.560 with four homers over his last 13 games. The Yankees are likely to give a decent amount of rest to their regulars down the stretch with the division crown all but locked up. Tyler Wade will start at second base.

Mendick's contract was selected by the White Sox on Tuesday.

The 25-year-old spent the season with Triple-A Charlotte, hitting a solid .279/.368/.444. He's considered a fringe prospect, with no standout tools, though he could get a fair amount of at-bats down the stretch in an audition for next season.

Joseph was claimed off waivers by the Giants on Tuesday, Kerry Crowley of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Joseph was designated for assignment by the Athletics on Sunday, but he'll join San Francisco's 40-man roster just a few days later. According to manager Bruce Bochey, Joseph will see time at third base when Evan Longoria needs an off day, per John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle. Pablo Sandoval (elbow) was placed on the 60-day injured list to clear a roster spot.