MLB Player News

Bostick was recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Monday, Andre Fernandez of the Miami Herald reports.

Bostick will take the roster spot of Martin Prado (quad), who was sent to the disabled list in a corresponding roster move. The 25-year-old second baseman turned outfielder, who was acquired from the Pirates over the weekend, owns a solid .295/.351/.436 slash line in 78 games at the Triple-A level this season. He'll likely work as a utility player for the Marlins, though he could see some starts, given the lack of talent on the big-league roster.

Chavis went 2-for-3 with a double, three RBI and two runs Sunday in Double-A Portland's 6-2 win over Akron.

Chavis and fellow corner infielder Bobby Dalbec combined for all three of Portland's extra-base hits on the day and have both been making life difficult for Eastern League pitchers of late. The former in particular has been destroying the opposition, with the 23-year-old notching at least two hits in five of his past six games. Since beginning his season in early July after completing an 80-game suspension following a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs, Travis has made up for the lost time by slashing a robust .309/.404/.556 across 94 plate appearances.

Altuve (knee) was unable to resume running over the weekend, Christian Boutwell of MLB.com reports.

Altuve was hoping to test his ability to run on the field over the weekend, but continued discomfort in his right knee limited the second baseman to rehab exercises inside the team's clubhouse. It's still unclear when the reigning AL MVP will be cleared to resume on-field work, leaving his return date up in the air. Altuve has been sidelined since July 25.

Guillorme was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas on Monday.

Guillorme had been with the Mets for over two weeks but started just once. Tim Reinheimer was called up in a corresponding move and will fill Guillorme's bench role.

Semien went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs and an RBI in Oakland's 8-7 win over the Angels on Sunday.

Semien followed up his three-hit, two-homer effort Saturday with another three-hit performance to bring his slash line up to .263/.322/.386 through 471 at-bats. That slugging percentage is still below what one would hope to get out of an everyday fantasy shortstop, but he's been hot lately, so if he keeps rolling that last slash number could work its way over .400 in the near future. All told, however, his current OPS of .708 is just about in line with his career mark of .712, so it wouldn't be surprising if it remains in that area.

The Marlins acquired Bostick from the Pirates for cash Sunday, Jon Heyman of FancredSports.com reports.

Bostick was designated for assignment Tuesday by the Pirates just after an uneventful stint in the majors. The 25-year-old had a .295/.351/.436 slash line with Triple-A Indianapolis this season, and should report to Triple-A New Orleans with his new organization.

Herrera got his first outfield start Saturday against the Diamondbacks, starting in left field, Grant Freking of MLB.com reports. "Most guys who play the infield can catch a fly ball. We want him to [catch] it and get it back into the cut-off man," interim manager Jim Riggleman said. "It's a little bit of experimentation. As much as we're trying to win ballgames, we've got to find out about some guys, too."

Herrera went 0-for-2 with a walk in the game, and looked competent in the field. Herrera's big issue is that there's no room for him in the infield, now or in the future, with Nick Senzel likely making it to the big club in 2019.

McNeil is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins.

McNeil heads to the bench after starting the last seven games, as he has one hit in his last 18 plate appearances despite not striking out once. Jose Reyes draws the start at second base against Wei-Yin Chen and the Marlins.

Solarte (oblique) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Sunday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

As expected, the versatile infielder will head to the DL to rehab an oblique injury he incurred in Saturday's contest. No timetable for his return has been announced yet, but oblique injuries are notorious for taking more than the minimum 10 days to heal. Catching prospect Danny Jansen will replace him on the active roster.

Semien went 3-for-5 with two home runs, four RBI and three runs scored in Saturday's win over the Angels.

Semien touched up Tyler Skaggs twice, first in the second inning and then again in the fourth. He had been in the midst of a major power outage coming into Saturday, with his last home run coming all the way back on June 17. At least he's contributing something in the stolen-base department (12), and Semien will continue to get chances to lead off against left-handed pitching.