MLB Player News

Grandal went 2-for-5 with a double, two RBI and a run scored in Monday's 12-1 win over Pittsburgh.

Grandal slugged two Opening Day home runs, but he hasn't done a whole lot since, and he's slashing only .225/.307/.382. The switch-hitting backstop is known as a streaky batter, though, and while he doesn't make consistent contact, he remains one of the more attractive fantasy catchers because of his 20-homer potential.

Hedges went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, two RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 5-1 victory over the Rangers.

Hedges was 0-for-13 in May coming into this game, and the two-hit performance raised his ugly slash line to .188/.248/.438 on the year. While the 24-year-old does have some thump in his lumber, he's always been known as more of a defensive specialist behind the plate and should only be an option in deep NL-only or two-catcher leagues.

Diaz was sent down to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Stephen J. Nesbitt reports.

Diaz served as the backup catcher while Francisco Cervelli (foot) battled discomfort. Now that Cervelli is back, Diaz's presence is no longer required. He went 2-for-9 with a run scored during his stint in the majors.

Contreras is not in the lineup Monday against the Rockies.

Contreras will get the day off after catching all 18 innings during Sunday's loss to the Yankees, going 1-for-8. Miguel Montero will draw the start behind the dish Monday.

Mesoraco is not in the lineup Monday against the Yankees.

Mesoraco will take a seat for the second straight game as the Reds continue to monitor his workload. Tucker Barnhart will draw the start behind the dish in his stead. In seven games since being activated from the disabled list, Mesoraco is 4-for-19 (.211) with one homer and a 4:3 K:BB.

Sanchez (foot) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Sunday.

Sanchez was lifted early from Friday's game against the Dodgers with a right foot contusion after fouling a ball off his foot. Though X-rays came back negative, the backstop will still require a trip to the disabled list in order to allow his foot ample time to heal. Luis Torrens will act as the team's primary reserve catcher in Sanchez's absence.

Mesoraco is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants.

The Reds continue to give Mesoraco plenty of time off as he eases himself back into action following his return from injury in late April. Fellow backstop Tucker Barnhart will draw the start Sunday.

Rupp is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals, Stephen Gross of The Morning Call reports.

Despite his collection of five hits (including two home runs) over his past three contests, Rupp will head to the bench Sunday in favor of backup catcher Andrew Knapp. The starter should be back in the lineup for the Phillies' next game Tuesday against the Mariners.

Realmuto is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.

After starting the Marlins' past six games, Realmuto will head to the bench Sunday for what appears to be a standard day of rest. Fellow backstop A.J. Ellis will take over starting catching duties in his absence. Expect Realmuto to be back in the lineup Monday against the Cardinals.

Rupp went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Saturday's loss to the Nationals.

Rupp launched his third homer of the year while driving in the only two runs the Phillies were able to score in a losing effort. He's now left the yard in two of his last three games, and his .247/.349/.466 slash line makes him a solid fantasy option at catcher.