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DeJong went 2-for-5 with two doubles, two runs, and an RBI in a win over the Mets on Saturday.

Following a rare 0-for-4 night Friday, DeJong was right back to tormenting opposing pitchers Saturday. With his pair of doubles, DeJong now has 14 extra-base hits in 91 plate appearances, putting him nearly a third of the way to the 45 he amassed in 2018 over 490 opportunities. Moreover, despite seeing a career-low 3.65 pitches per plate appearance thus far this season, DeJong's current .329 average and .396 on-base percentage easily qualify as career highs.

Velazquez was recalled from Triple-A Durham, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Austin Meadows (thumb sprain) landed on the injured list, so Velazquez was summoned to provide some depth and versatility. He is capable of playing shortstop, but he really shines in the outfield, thanks to his plus speed. Velazquez could be of use in AL-only leagues for those looking for speed in the short term.

Wendle (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day IL and is starting at second base and hitting fifth Sunday against the Red Sox.

Ji-Man Choi (calf) is banged up so Yandy Diaz slides to first base, and Daniel Robertson starts at the hot corner, opening up a spot for Wendle at second base, even with lefty (David Price) on the bump for Boston. The Rays have a handful of infielders who will compete with Wendle for playing time this season, but it's an encouraging sign that they found room for him against a same-handed pitcher.

Swanson went 1-for-3 with an two-run homer in Atlanta's 8-7 win over the Indians in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader.

Swanson homered in the seventh inning off Dan Otero, pulling the Braves to within four runs. The 25-year-old raised his batting average to .258 and has 20 RBI for the season.

Wendle has recovered from his hamstring strain but has not yet been activated from the injured list, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

Wendle is ready to play, but the Rays needed another pitcher on the roster Saturday, so the team called up Jake Faria rather than activating Wendle. The infielder may have to wait yet another day, as the Rays may choose not to activate him Sunday only to have him sit on the bench against lefty David Price.

Camargo is out of the lineup for the first game of Saturday's doubleheader with the Indians.

He'll head to the bench for just the second time in a six-game stretch, but the 25-year-old will likely check back into the lineup for the nightcap. Camargo hasn't been a major help in the counting-stats categories this season with only one home run, no steals and three runs, but his defensive versatility and strong on-base skills should continue to earn him at least semi-regular work.

Berti's contract was purchased by the Marlins on Saturday.

Berti made his big-league debut with the Blue Jays last season, appearing in four games. He's already started at four positions for Triple-A New Orleans this season and will likely be used in a utility role during his time with the Marlins.

Adames is not starting Saturday against the Red Sox, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

After a slow start to the season, Adames is hitting .375 over his last 12 games. Daniel Robertson will slide over to shortstop in his absence.

Lindor is not starting the first half of Saturday's doubleheader against the Braves but will be in the lineup for the nightcap at shortstop, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

The Indians won't make Lindor play two games immediately after returning from the injured list, though it's possible he could make an appearance off the bench in the first game. Max Moroff gets the start in the afternoon contest.

Owings is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Yankees.

With Whit Merrifield shifting to second base for the matinee game while Jorge Soler plays in right field, Owings will retreat to the bench. The 27-year-old has enjoyed a full-time role this season but has yet to do much with the steady at-bats, as he's slashing a miserable .182/.250/.303 through the club's first 20 contests.