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Manzardo went 2-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Friday's 5-4 win over the Mariners.

Manzardo's sixth-inning blast aroused a dormant Guardians' offense, which scored runs in the final four innings to pull out a victory over the team they are chasing for a wild-card spot. The blast was Manzardo's 22nd of the season and snapped a 13-game drought without going deep. He batted just .136 (6-for-44) during that stretch.

Hoerner went 2-for-4 with a walk, two doubles and two runs scored in Friday's 11-7 win over the Rockies.

Hoerner benefitted from the friendly confines of Coors Field and continued his strong recent play. Over his last 15 games, the infielder is batting .302 with a home run, two stolen bases, six RBI and six runs scored. Hoerner remains a strong contact hitter with a .292 batting average overall, and his greatest fantasy asset is his speed, as he has 23 stolen bases in 27 attempts.

Doyle went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two walks, an RBI and a run scored Friday against the Cubs.

Doyle was a primary source of Colorado's offense, drawing a leadoff walk before coming around to score in the fourth inning and then delivering an RBI double three frames later. He's surged since the All-Star break, maintaining a .367 average with seven home runs, 21 RBI and 18 runs scored across 32 games. Doyle has particularly taken advantage of Coors Field, as he has multiple hits in six of his last nine starts at home.

Happ went 3-for-5 with two doubles, a solo home run, two RBI and two total runs scored in Friday's 11-7 win over the Rockies.

Happ was one of several Chicago players to get a boost from the thin Coors Field air. The veteran outfielder tied a season high with eight total bases, and he recorded his first multi-hit performance in 10 days. On the season, Happ is now slashing .231/.331/.393 with 17 home runs, 59 RBI, 71 runs scored and five stolen bases across 123 games.

X-rays taken on Arias' wrist injury following Friday's game were negative, MLB.com reports.

Arias was plunked by a 94.7-mph sinker on the wrist during Friday's win over the Mariners and was immediately removed. Brayan Rocchio moved from second base to cover shortstop in Arias' absence.

Fernandez went 2-for-5 with a double, a two-run home run and two runs scored Friday against the Cubs.

Fernandez got a rare opportunity to start in consecutive games, both at designated hitter. He's homered in consecutive contests, potentially making a push for more consistent playing time. Since being recalled July 2, Fernandez has started at least two games in a row only six times.

Friedl went 0-for-4 with two walks in Friday's 7-5 loss to the Cardinals.

Friedl's having a rough month of August, posting a .594 OPS with just two extra-base hits and five RBI over 23 games. Friedl is slashing .230/.353/.278 across 33 contests since the All-Star break.

Farmer went 1-for-1 with a two-run home run Friday against the Cubs.

Farmer entered the game as a defensive replacement for Ezequiel Tovar in the eighth inning and managed his seventh home run of the season. Farmer has started only two of Colorado's last 14 games.

Stephenson (thumb) took batting practice Friday, MLB.com reports.

Stephenson also caught and blocked balls using a glove fitted with a thumb guard, as he continued to increase his level of activity. He soon could catch for a pitcher on flat ground. Per manager Terry Francona, Stephenson is pushing the recovery while the medical staff is trying to prevent a setback and added "he's doing pretty well."

Locklear started at first base and went 0-for-4 in Friday's 3-0 win over the Dodgers.

The news that Pavin Smith (quadriceps) landed on the 10-day injured list Friday opens the door for Locklear to see more playing time. The righty-hitting first baseman was in Friday's starting nine against a left-hander (Blake Snell), which is normal, and manager Torey Lovullo told Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports that Locklear's role will expand for him to face certain right-handers as well. Utility infielder Ildemaro Vargas, a switch hitter, may also play against righties.