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Bogaerts (calf) is in the starting lineup at shortstop and batting third Sunday, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

Bogaerts was removed from Saturday's game after experiencing cramping in both calves. The 92-degree heat and hard surface at London Stadium appears to have a played a role, per Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald.

Edman went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's 12-2 loss to the Padres.

Edman opened the scoring with a long ball off Padres starter Chris Paddack on the fourth pitch of the game. Edman then came around to score on a Yairo Munoz double in the eighth inning, but the game was out of reach at that point. Edman now has three homers and a .321 average in 28 at-bats this season, while primarily deployed as a pinch hitter. The 24-year-old has also stolen two bases.

Gordon was pulled from Saturday's loss at Houston with a minor quadriceps injury, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports.

Gordon was removed for a pinch hitter in the fourth inning, but it's unclear when he actually sustained the injury. It's not believed to be a serious issue, but the 31-year-old could still be held out of the lineup Sunday with a scheduled off day awaiting Monday.

Swanson went 3-for-5 with two doubles, a run scored and an RBI in a 5-4 win over the Mets on Saturday.

The shortstop's double in the third inning drove in the Braves' third run, and he continues to be productive, sporting a .264/.329/.478 slash line. Swanson has delivered 15 homers, six steals, 54 runs and 52 RBI, putting the 25-year-old well on pace for a career-best campaign.

Baez went 1-for-4 with an grand slam in Saturday's 6-0 win over the Reds.

Baez broke the game open as he launched his 20th home run of the season and his fifth career grand slam in the eighth inning off Jared Hughes, increasing the Cubs' lead to 5-0. The 26-year-old has 56 RBI with a strong .285/.324/.549 slash line this year.

Bogaerts left Saturday's game against the Yankees with a left calf strain, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

He suffered the injury while rounding second base in the bottom of the seventh inning. Eduardo Nunez, who replaced him at shortstop, could see more playing time for however long Bogaerts is sidelined.

Bogaerts was pulled from Saturday's game against the Yankees in the bottom of the seventh inning after he suffered an apparent lower-body injury while rounding second base, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.

He initially stayed in to run for himself with what seemed like a potential cramp but was subbed out in between the seventh and eighth innings. The exact nature of the injury is unclear. Eduardo Nunez replaced him at shortstop.

Arcia is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Pirates.

Manager Craig Counsell made it clear that Arcia would have to share time at shortstop moving forward, and this is now two consecutive absences in favor of Tyler Saladino. Arcia has three home runs in his last six games but is still batting just .190/.225/.405 for the month of June. Counsell has also expressed concern with Arcia's defense.

Crawford went 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles and a run scored in Friday's 6-3 win over Arizona.

Crawford continued his late-June hot streak, bringing his 10-day slash line up to .343/.368/.543 with seven doubles and eight RBI over that span. The veteran shortstop's bat has been cold for seemingly the entire season up until this point, and his .280 BABIP and 9.1 HR/FB indicate that he is not necessarily getting unlucky. So while it would be smart for fantasy owners with a need at shortstop to plug in Crawford until his bat cools off, they shouldn't have long-term visions for him.

Baez will likely get a day off Sunday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Baez has started every game since June 2, so manager Joe Maddon is looking to get him a little rest heading into the All-Star break. Baez won't officially be on the bench Sunday until the Cubs release their lineup for that contest, but fantasy players should not plan on him starting. Even if he does not start, though, Baez figures to be available off the bench.