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Peterson went 5-for-5 with a pair of two-run home runs, an additional RBI and an additional run scored in Tuesday's win over the Pirates.

Peterson was exceptional, adding three singles to the first multi-homer performance of his 10-year career. The outburst snapped a cold streak for the 33-year-old, who entered the contest 4-for-35 (.114) across his last 12 games. Though he has a regular spot in the Athletics' lineup -- lately he's been bouncing between second base and third base -- Peterson's fantasy upside is capped by the Athletics' lack of offensive firepower and his position in the latter half of the order.

Rendon's early exit from Tuesday's game against the Cubs was not related to injury, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.

The Angels brought in Jared Walsh as a defensive replacement for Rendon in the top of the sixth inning, with Walsh handling first base and Gio Urshela moving over to third. It's encouraging the move wasn't related to the groin injury that sidelined Rendon for three weeks, as he was just reinstated from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game.

Rendon left Tuesday's game against the Cubs after the fifth inning, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. He went 0-for-2 with a walk before exiting.

Rendon's exit comes after he was activated off the injured list by the Angels earlier in the day, and it's not known if the move is injury-related at this time. Jared Walsh has taken over Rendon's spot in the lineup with Gio Urshela moving to third and Walsh now playing first.

Rendon (groin) was activated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.

Rendon landed on the IL on May 15 with a left groin strain and will forgo a rehab assignment to return to the Angels' lineup. Rendon was slashing .353/.400/.412 across his last five games prior to getting injured. His return will cause Livan Soto to be optioned to Double-A Rocket City.

Lewis (head) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Rays.

Lewis suffered a laceration on his forehead when he collided with Gabriel Arias around the first base bag during the Twins' series finale Sunday against the Guardians. He's considered day-to-day. Willi Castro will play third base and bat sixth Tuesday versus Tampa Bay.

Chapman is not in Tuesday's lineup after having an infected ingrown toenail removed Monday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Ouch. While the experience was no doubt painful, Chapman figures to be ready to return to action soon following a little rest. Santiago Espinal is at third base Tuesday.

Henderson (back) said he won't be in Baltimore's lineup Tuesday against the Brewers, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports.

Henderson added that he'll participate in pregame activities Tuesday to see how he feels and is hopeful to return Wednesday. The 21-year-old infielder hasn't played since his removal from Saturday's game against the Giants.

Chapman is not in the lineup for Tuesday's contest versus the Astros.

It looks to be a rare day off for the third baseman. Santiago Espinal will handle the hot corner while Chapman grabs a seat.

LeMahieu is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's game against the White Sox.

It will be Josh Donaldson manning third base. LeMahieu and Donaldson have both started two games at the hot corner since the latter returned from the injured list, with Donaldson also drawing one additional start at designated hitter.

Garcia went 0-for-2 with a walk, one RBI and a stolen base in Monday's 9-6 loss to the Marlins.

This was Garcia's third straight game with an RBI, and he's walked safely in three of his last four contests. He's had some pockets of productive hitting after a hot start to May, and he's now slashing .261/.330/.380 through 27 contests. The infielder has added a home run, five steals, 13 RBI and nine runs scored while seeing steady playing time primarily at third base.