MLB Player News

Belt was scratched from Sunday's game against the Padres with a sprained wrist, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

The injury stems from Saturday's game when Belt hurt the wrist while holding back on a check swing. He will be considered day-to-day for now, as Buster Posey slides over to man first base in his stead and Nick Hundley draws the start behind the plate.

Vargas (foot) will start at first base and bat fifth Sunday against the Astros, LaVelle E. Neal III of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Vargas was sidelined for only one game with the foot contusion, which he sustained during Friday's series opener. Though he'll draw a starting nod Sunday, Vargas will likely find himself on the bench more often than not following Joe Mauer's (back) reinstatement from the 10-day disabled list Saturday.

Winker will start in right field and bat second Sunday against the Nationals.

With Scott Schebler receiving the day off, the Reds will take a look at the promising prospect in a prominent spot in the batting order. Winker hasn't received many opportunities to showcase his skills during his latest stint with the big club, going 0-for-3 in his five games since being promoted from Triple-A Louisville.

Choi will start at first base and bat eighth in the first game of the doubleheader Sunday against the Red Sox.

The newly acquired Garrett Cooper started at first base during the first two games of the series, but that was likely a result of the Red Sox bringing a pair of lefties to the hill in Drew Pomeranz and Chris Sale. The lefty-hitting Choi still looks like he'll occupy the larger side of a platoon. Although he'll be back in the lineup for Game 1, he'll likely sit out the second half of the twin bill with southpaw David Price on the hill for Boston.

Pederson is out of the lineup Sunday against the Marlins.

Pederson has made back-to-back starts in center field, but with the Dodgers scheduled to face left-hander Chris O'Grady on Sunday, he will take a seat for the first time since the All-Star break. Trayce Thompson will man center field in his stead, giving their lineup another right-handed bat.

Cespedes (hip) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rockies.

Cespedes injured his hip while making a diving attempt for a foul ball Saturday, adding another ailment to his laundry list of injuries this season. As expected, the Mets will take a conservative approach Sunday, holding out Cespedes so he can be further evaluated. Curtis Granderson will start in the outfield spot that Cespedes vacated. Consider him day-to-day, though Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that manager Terry Collins expects him to start Monday's game.

Manager Terry Collins said Cespedes "felt something in his hip" which caused him to exit Saturday's contest, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

It appears a new ailment has popped up in what has already been an injury-filled season for the 31-year-old outfielder. Cespedes was forced to leave Saturday's win over the Rockies after making an awkward attempt at a diving catch and, although he was able to walk off under his own power, will be re-evaluated Sunday. Curtis Granderson would likely be in line for a starting role if the injury proves extensive.

Cespedes exited Saturday's game against the Rockies in the sixth inning after attempting to dive for a flyball in left field, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Cespedes, who has already missed extensive time this season due to leg injuries, attempted an awkward-looking dive on a Nolan Arenado liner, prompting an immediate exit. Expect more information to be released in due time regarding the severity, though it is worth noting the slugger was able to walk off under his own power. Michael Conforto moved over to take his spot in left and Curtis Granderson was inserted as the new center fielder.

Martinez went 3-for-5 with a double, a homer and five RBI on Saturday against the Blue Jays.

Martinez's 15 home run of the campaign capped off the scoring as the Tigers exploded for 11 runs in a home victory. Despite missing more than a month to start the season, Martinez hasn't missed a beat, as he's slashing .306/.384/.622 and providing fantasy owners with elite-level production.

Cabrera went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer, a walk and three runs against the Blue Jays on Saturday.

Cabrera's big day was part of an 11-run effort in an easy Tigers win. Although he's struggling with a .267 batting average along with a .448 slugging percentage, this is just the type of game that the slugger needed to potentially start a hot streak.