MLB Player News

Harper went 1-for-4 with a home run in Tuesday's 10-1 win over the Mariners.

Harper took a 1-1 offering from Christian Bergman over the center field fence during an eight-run fourth inning, putting his name atop the National League Home Run list with 14 in the process. The 430-foot bomb broke Harper out of a mini slump, as he was just 2 for his last 22. Look for the 2015 NL MVP to continue to put up big numbers for the Nats.

Miller (abdomen) is not expected to be ready to return from the disabled list Friday when he's first eligible to return, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

Miller took grounders early in the day Tuesday and reportedly felt good, but the Rays are apparently planning to take things slowly with their primary second baseman. No firm timetable has been revealed for his return at this time, but more information should be revealed once he progresses further in his recovery process. Daniel Robertson will fill in for him at the keystone while he's out.

Miller (abdomen) fielded groundballs before Tuesday's game, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

He said his ab feels good, so it sounds like he remains on track to come off the DL after the minimum 10-day stay, which would mean he would be activated prior to Friday's game in Minnesota.

Vogelbach was optioned to Triple-A Tacoma on Monday.

Vogelbach only appeared in one game with the big club before being sent back to Tacoma, going 1-for-3 in Sunday's loss to the White Sox. The 24-year-old will continue to fine tune his swing at Triple-A while the Mariners stick with Danny Valencia and Taylor Motter at first base for the time being. The move clears room for Robinson Cano (calf) to be activated from the disabled list Tuesday.

Vargas is not in the lineup Monday against the Orioles, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Despite collecting hits in each of the last three games, Vargas will head to the bench for Monday's series opener. Eduardo Escobar will serve as DH in his stead, batting sixth.

Cespedes (hamstring) likely hasn't progressed through his running program far enough to return to the lineup Tuesday, Justin Tasch of the New York Daily News reports.

The Mets were hoping to get the slugger back Tuesday, but it looks like Cespedes is still at least a couple more days away from returning to action. The 31-year-old sports a .270/.373/.619 slash line on the year, but he's been out since April 27. It's expected that Cespedes will take over for Curtis Granderson in center field when he does rejoin the lineup.

Cabrera went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Sunday's loss to the Rangers.

Detroit had just seven total hits against Texas ace Yu Darvish and three relievers, so Cabrera didn't have much help from the rest of the lineup. After missing three straight games with an oblique strain at the end of last week, Cabrera looks healthy and locked in at the plate.

Pederson went 1-for-2 with a walk and his second home run of the season in a win over the Mets on Sunday.

The 25-year-old has struggled mightily this season, batting a paltry .206 through 34 games. Pederson isn't known for his ability to hit for average as a career .222 hitter, but his lack of power has been concerning for owners hoping for a third consecutive 25-homer campaign. The young slugger has maintained his patience at the plate (10.8 percent walk rate), so he doesn't appear to be pressing, and it may just be a matter of time before we see the power return.

Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 8-3 win over the Giants.

Carpenter's ninth dinger of the season was his first since May 14, and his slash line is now up to .235/.381/.492 on the season with 27 RBI in 168 plate appearances. He's cooled down a bit after a scorching start to the month, but he remains a useful contributor in most categories in all fantasy formats.

Buxton is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader against the Royals.

Max Kepler will take over in center field as Buxton rests for the second half of Sunday's twin bill. Buxton went 0-for-2 with a walk and a run in his return to the lineup in Game 1. His next chance to get back in action will come Monday against the Orioles.