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Albies went 2-for-6 with a grand slam and five RBI on Thursday against the Marlins.

Albies blew open a previously tied game in the sixth inning with his grand slam, his 11th home run of the season. He has now recorded at least one hit in nine of his past 10 games including four multi-hit games, three home runs and two stolen bases. He ranks among National League leaders in home runs, RBI and runs scored.

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.

Altuve went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's 4-1 win over Oakland.

The stolen base was the second of the season, which is atypical behavior out of the second baseman, who has averaged 37 steals over the previous six seasons. As for Altuve's slugging -- the other area where he's experienced a noticeable dip in 2018 -- he's racked up five extra-base hits over his last 26 at-bats after compiling just seven over his first 131 at-bats.

Estrada (undisclosed) was placed on the minor-league disabled list Wednesday.

Estrada missed the first two weeks of the season with a hip injury, but it's unclear if his current injury is related as specifics remain unclear. The move is backdated to Tuesday, so he'll be eligible to return May 15 if he proves ready. The 22-year-old was hitting just .152/.176/.182 through eight games with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre before landing on the DL for a second time this season.

Semien went 2-for-3 with a walk and two runs in a loss to the Astros on Tuesday.

Semien did his part out of the top of the order, extending his hitting streak to five games. Although he's been productive, the 27-year-old shortstop's bat has been a bit light on pop lately. Semien has only mustered one extra-base hit -- a double -- over his first eight games of May, and he hasn't homered since April 23, a span of 13 contests.

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.