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Frazier is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Even with the Cardinals bringing right-hander Dakota Hudson to the hill in the series finale, the lefty-swinging Frazier will head to the bench for the second time in five games. Manager Clint Hurdle may just have wanted to give Kevin Newman another start in the middle infield with Newman wielding a hot bat over a limited sample of at-bats since returning from the 10-day injured list May 4. Struggling shortstop Cole Tucker would probably be more at risk of losing his everyday gig than Frazier in the event the Pirates decide to make room in the lineup for Newman on a more permanent basis.

Castro is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.

The lefty-hitting Castro will sit with southpaw Martin Perez on the hill for Minnesota, but the 25-year-old looks like he may have a temporary hold on a large-side platoon role while Josh Harrison (shoulder) on the shelf. Castro had started six of the Tigers' previous eight games, with his last four appearances coming at second base. He's only managed five hits in 22 at-bats since his promotion from Triple-A Toledo, however, so Castro hasn't done enough yet to warrant much intrigue in the fantasy realm.

Torres is out of the lineup Sunday at Tampa Bay due to a sore right elbow, Erik Boland of Newsday reports.

Torres was hit by a pitch on the right elbow Friday but played all nine innings Saturday, though he was apparently a little sore when making throws from shortstop. The 22-year-old didn't have any issues while swinging a bat and went 2-for-4 with a double, but the team just wants to give him a day to rest up. Thairo Estrada is starting at shortstop for the Yankees in Sunday's series finale.

Torres is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays, Erik Boland of Newsday reports.

Torres was drilled by a pitch in the right elbow during Friday's series opener, but he was able to fight through any discomfort and play the entirety of Saturday's 7-2 loss to the Mariners, finishing 2-for-4 with a double and a run. With the Yankees citing no injury behind Torres' absence, it's likely that he's just getting some maintenance for the day game after a night game. Thairo Estrada will start at shortstop in Torres' place.

Altuve (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday, Julia Morales of AT&T SportsNet Southwest reports.

Altuve suffered the left hamstring strain in Friday's game and manager A.J. Hinch indicated earlier Saturday that a trip to the IL was likely. The strain was described as "slight," so the 29-year-old may be able to avoid an extended stay on the shelf. Aledmys Diaz -- who hit a grand slam Saturday night -- figures to be the primary fill-in at second base for the Astros in his absence.

Rodriguez went 2-for-3 with a walk and a pair of solo homers in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins.

Rodriguez hit his fourth homer of the season in the second inning against Michael Pineda. He got Pineda again for his fifth of the year in the fourth inning. He's now hitting .323/.368/.742 in 68 plate appearances.

Polanco is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Tigers.

Polanco started the last 18 games at shortstop for the Twins, with his other game on the bench also coming during a doubleheader. The 25-year-old went 1-for-5 with a pair of strikeouts in Saturday's Game 1 loss. Ehire Adrianza enters the starting lineup and will bat eighth in his absence.

Altuve (hamstring) is likely to require a trip to the injured list, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Manager A.J. Hinch described Altuve's injury as a "slight strain" but also said he was "not optimistic" that the second baseman would avoid a trip to the IL. Aledmys Diaz gets the start at second base Saturday against the Rangers and would likely see several more starts should Altuve indeed need some more time off.

Torres (elbow) is in the lineup, hitting fifth and playing shortstop against the Rays on Saturday, Pete Caldera of The Bergen Record reports.

Torres was drilled by a pitch in the elbow Friday, leaving his status for this game up in the air, but he appears to be fine as he's slotted back in for Saturday's contest with Tampa Bay. Owners can breathe a sigh of relief at the status of the talented 22-year-old, who is slashing .280/.318/.448 through 143 at-bats so far this season.

Lowe is not starting Saturday against the Yankees, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

Lowe sits after starting 10 straight games. He hit .310 with a pair of homers over that stretch but also struck out 37.8 percent of the time. Daniel Robertson gets the start at second base.