MLB Player News

LeMahieu experienced hamstring tightness in Friday's 1-0 win over the Marlins but believes it to be a minor injury, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.

LeMahieu appeared to sustain the injury hustling out a double in the third inning Friday and was removed shortly thereafter, although he did attempt to remain in the game. The 29-year-old indicated there was a "chance" he could play Saturday, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the Rockies utilize some caution and give their second baseman a day or two to rest up.

Donaldson (shoulder) will begin his rehab assignment Saturday, serving as designated hitter for High-A Dunedin, Gregor Chisholm of MLB.com reports.

Donaldson threw the ball around the infield earlier Friday, clearing the final hurdle to begin his rehab assignment. The 31-year-old has been on the disabled list since April 11 with shoulder inflammation, and it's unclear how long of a rehab assignment he is expected to require.

Machado went 2-for-3 with a home run, a run scored, a walk and two RBI in Friday's 6-0 victory over the Tigers.

Machado wasted little time Friday as he took Tigers' starter Mike Fiers deep in the first inning for his ninth home run of the season. The 25-year-old is 13-for-30 with five home runs over the last eight games, and is slashing an impressive .356/.440/.693 on the season.

LeMahieu exited Friday's game against the Marlins with right hamstring tightness, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.

LeMahieu appeared to tweak his hamstring hustling out a double in the third inning, although he attempted to remain in the game through the bottom of the inning. Pat Valaika took over at second base for the Rockies, and LeMahieu should be considered day-to-day until his status is updated by the team.

Muncy is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Giants, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

This marks the fourth consecutive game in which he'll ride the pine. Muncy has typically started at third base against right-handed pitchers, but with lefty Derek Holland taking the hill for the opposition, Muncy will head to the bench for a night off. Kyle Farmer will take a turn at the hot corner to replace him.

Donaldson (shoulder) threw between bases Friday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

This was the final hurdle to overcome before a rehab assignment. Manager John Gibbons said that it's unclear when Donaldson will rehab with an affiliate, but it appears that the star third baseman is very close to a return to the active roster.

Rendon (toe) is expected to partake in baseball activities Friday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.

Rendon was also seen playing catch and testing his left foot before Friday's game, according to Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports. It seems like the star third baseman is progressing well in his rehab program, making it seem like he's relatively close to returning to game action of some sort.

Anderson is batting fourth and playing right field Friday against the Rockies, Andre Fernandez of the Miami Herald reports.

The Marlins alluded to a potential position switch for Anderson once Martin Prado returned, and with the veteran officially back in action Friday, Anderson will get his first start in right field. It's unclear if he'll play consistently, though his current six-game hit streak certainly helps his case to play regularly.

Devers is not in the lineup Friday against the Rays, Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald reports.

Devers sits as the Red Sox take on the left-handed Blake Snell. The off day is just Devers' second so far this season. The 21-year-old is hitting a mediocre .261/.320/.424 with three home runs through his first 103 plate appearances this year. Eduardo Nunez will slide over to third base in his absence, with Tzu-Wei Lin handling second base.

McMahon is not in the lineup Friday against the Marlins, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

With Gerardo Parra returning from his suspension, Ian Desmond will move back to first base. As such, McMahon will spend another evening on the bench. The 23-year-old wasn't able to do much with his semi-regular playing time while Parra and Nolan Arenado were serving their suspensions, as he's mustered just a .235 batting average with 13 strikeouts since April 11 (two days before the suspensions were handed out).