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Anderson went 1-for-3 with a double, two RBI and one run scored Sunday against the Phillies.

Anderson continued his impressive start to the campaign, recording his third multi-RBI game of the season Sunday. Despite the small sample, it is worth noting he has done the majority of his damage against left-handed pitching, posting a .643 slugging percentage against them to this point as opposed to just a .278 against right-handed pitching. That continued Sunday, as he doubled against left-hander Adam Morgan. To begin the season, Anderson has 14 at-bats against left-handed pitching and only 18 against right-handers, so if his splits continue, his numbers will fall as he faces more right-handed pitching.

Suarez was diagnosed with a fractured thumb on his right hand Sunday.

The fractured thumb is a result of being hit by a pitch on his right hand. An estimated timeline for his return hasn't been revealed, but this injury will surely require a trip to the disabled list. Reserve infielder Cliff Pennington might be in line to see increased playing time in Suarez's absence, though the Reds could opt to promote top prospect Nick Senzel or minor-league infielder Brandon Dixon, as well. Senzel would be the wisest choice for chasing upside during Sunday night pickups.

Suarez exited the game early Sunday after being hit by a pitch on his right hand.

Suarez was struck on his right hand by a pitch in the fourth inning but was initially able to remain in the game on the base paths. He was, however, replaced at third base by Cliff Pennington between innings. We'll await word from the Reds on the severity of his injury.

Asuaje will start at second base and lead off Sunday against the Astros, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

With Manuel Margot off to a horrid start to the season and Jose Pirela turning in a four-strikeout performance in his turn as the table setter Saturday, manager Andy Green will see if Asuaje can provide the Padres with a lift atop the lineup. Though he lacks much power or speed, Asuaje excels at making contact and boasts a keen eye at the plate, skills that could help him gain traction in the leadoff role beyond Sunday.

Suarez went 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, five RBI and one run scored Saturday against the Pirates.

Suarez hit his second home run of the season, taking George Kontos deep in the eighth inning to put the Reds ahead for good. He has hit primarily second in the order, which should give him plenty of opportunities for counting stats sandwiched between Jesse Winker and Joey Votto.

Reynolds was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.

The Nationals wanted an extra bench bat with Adam Eaton (ankle) day-to-day. Reynolds is capable of playing the corner outfield spots as well as all four infield positions. He has a career .228/.300/.351 slash line in 226 MLB plate appearances.

LeMahieu went 2-for-4 with two RBI against the Padres on Thursday.

LeMahieu has gotten off to an encouraging start by any measure, as he has hit two home runs and has his batting average up to .320 in seven games this season. More impressive is that his production has come entirely on the road, without the benefit of hitter-friendly Coors Field. Over the past three seasons, LeMahieu has managed a .473 slugging percentage at home as opposed to just a .385 mark on the road.

Rendon went 3-for-3 with two doubles, an RBI and a walk in Thursday's loss to the Mets.

Rendon was the only bright spot in an otherwise rough showing for the Nationals, as the third baseman produced half of the team's hits and had a hand in both runs scored. He has now collected a hit in all seven games this season and is slashing .290/.353/.452 through 34 plate appearances.

Muncy (oblique) is listed as the starting first baseman for Triple-A Oklahoma City in its season-opening lineup Thursday against Iowa.

Muncy received an invite to the Dodgers' major-league spring training but was an early cut after sustaining an oblique injury. Since reporting to minor-league camp, Muncy appears to have made a full recovery from the issue, so he shouldn't face any limitations as Oklahoma City kicks off its season.

Riley will begin the season with Double-A Mississippi, Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com reports.

This is less a reflection on the development of the Braves' No. 2 fantasy prospect after he hit .315/.389/.511 in 48 games at the same level to close out 2017, and more a matter of finding Riley regular at-bats while Rio Ruiz clogs up the hot corner at Triple-A Gwinnett. Riley's Triple-A debut should still come fairly early this season, and if the 21-year-old keeps raking, it might only be a pit stop before he gets to the majors in the second half.