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Groshans (groin) has joined Low-A Dunedin, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.

Groshans suffered an oblique strain late in camp and hasn't yet appeared in any minor-league games this year. He'll build up in Dunedin since the Blue Jays' extended spring training complex is located there, but he should head to Double-A New Hampshire or Triple-A Buffalo at some point.

Newman isn't starting Thursday's game against the Cubs.

Newman started in the last three games and went 2-for-11 with a run. Hoy Park will take over at shortstop and bat ninth Thursday.

Madrigal isn't starting Thursday's game against the Pirates.

Madrigal drew starts in the last four games and went 5-for-15 with a double, two runs and an RBI. Jonathan Villar will shift to second base while Patrick Wisdom starts at the hot corner.

Escobar went 2-for-3 with a walk and a double in Wednesday's loss to the Giants.

The veteran infielder is thriving in his first season as the Mets' starting third baseman, slashing .317/.462/.537 through 12 games with an 11:10 BB:K. Escobar's still looking for his first homer of the year, but eight of his 13 hits (seven doubles and a triple) have gone for extra bases, so it's only a matter of time before he goes yard.

Walls went 2-for-3 with a stolen base Wednesday against the Cubs.

Walls has earned starts in four of the last five games, and he has delivered multiple hits in the past two. After leading off the fourth inning with a base knock, he stole second base but was ultimately stranded. Wall has made multiple appearances at second and third base in addition shortstop early this season, and his ability to play across the infield could help him find significant playing time despite not having a regular spot in the lineup.

Donaldson is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Tigers.

Donaldson sits for the second time this season. His Yankees career hasn't gotten off to a great start, as a three-game hitless streak has caused his slash line to fall to .174/.255/.283. Marwin Gonzalez will take over at third base.

Hayes went 1-for-4 with two RBI in Wednesday's loss to the Brewers.

Hayes delivered Pittsburgh's only offense of the game with a two-RBI single in the eighth inning. After a hot start to the campaign, Hayes has slowed a bit of late, collecting only five hits in his last 25 at-bats. Even so, he's provided production across the board with five runs scored, four RBI and two stolen bases across 12 games.

Arenado went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Marlins.

After striking out in his first three at-bats against Sandy Alcantara, Arenado turned on an Anthony Bender fastball in the top of the ninth inning to produce the game's only offense. The veteran third baseman has five homers through his first 10 games this season to go along with a blistering .368/.442/.895 slash line, 14 RBI and 10 runs scored.

Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored in Wednesday's loss to the Yankees.

Candelario recorded his first multi-hit effort in 11 tries this season, as it's been a struggle in the early going for the 28-year-old. He's batting just .171 with a .488 OPS and is still seeking his first home run. Candelario batted .271 with a .794 OPS and 16 home runs in 2021, so the production will likely pick up at some point.

Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the White Sox.

Ramirez provided the biggest hit in the Guardians' nine-run second inning in the matinee. He received a little rest in the nightcap, going 1-for-3 with an RBI double and a walk as the designated hitter. Despite the productive twin bill, the third baseman's slash line slipped to .429/.479/.881 with four home runs, 20 RBI, seven runs scored and five doubles in 11 contests.