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Rojas was recalled from the Diamondbacks' alternate training site Tuesday.

After spending a month at the alternate site, Rojas will rejoin the major-league club Tuesday. He recorded just one at-bat during his first stint with the team in 2020 and likely won't play a significant role going forward.

Urias isn't in Tuesday's lineup against the Tigers.

Urias has gone 1-for-13 with one RBI, one run and eight strikeouts over the past three games, and he'll get a breather Tuesday. Keston Hiura will take his place at second base.

Diaz (opt out) was cleared to return Tuesday following an agreement between MLB and the MLBPA, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports.

Diaz opted out at the start of August during the Marlins' COVID-19 outbreak, but he's evidently changed his mind and now feels safe to play out the remainder of the season. The Marlins traded Jonathan Villar to the Blue Jays on Monday, so Diaz should have a clear path to at-bats at second base. The 24-year-old has the potential to one day hit for both power and average, though he's done neither through his first 51 career big-league games, hitting just .156/.257/.303.

McNeil went 2-for-4 with two doubles and an RBI in the 5-3 loss to Miami on Monday.

McNeil opened the scoring in the third inning, driving in Amed Rosario with a double to right field. The second baseman hit another two-bagger later in the game and is now hitting .269/.336/.344 on the season.

Rodgers was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right shoulder capsular strain Monday.

The infielder's placement on the injured list is retroactive to Sunday, so he could return as soon Sept. 9. The move shouldn't have a huge impact on the Rockies' lineup, as Rodgers has played in a backup role this season.

Diaz (opt out) committed Monday to rejoin the Marlins and is awaiting reinstatement from MLB, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Diaz opted out of the season in early August amid the team's COVID-19 outbreak, but he's since changed his mind about playing in 2020. The Marlins traded Jonathan Villar to the Blue Jays on Monday, so Diaz should take over as the starting second baseman if his request for reinstatement is approved. The 24-year-old struggled in his first taste of major-league action in 2019 and went 2-for-9 with two runs in two games this season prior to opting out.

Lux went 2-for-4 with a double in Sunday's win over the Rangers.

Lux entered the contest having gone hitless over his first seven at-bats but got off the schneid with a fourth inning single before doubling in the sixth. The rookie is expected to play on an everyday basis against right-handed pitchers, per David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports.

Manager Brian Snitker said Sunday that Albies (wrist) still hasn't taken batting practice on the field, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports.

Albies recently resumed swinging as he continues to rehab from a right-wrist bone contusion. However, his lack of batting practice so far in his recovery signals that he will require more time prior to rejoining the major-league roster. Johan Camargo should continue to see increased playing time at second base while Albies is sidelined.

Guillorme is out of the lineup for the first game of Sunday's doubleheader against the Yankees, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports.

Guillorme drew six consecutive starts at one point earlier this month, but he's faded back into a reserve role over the past two weeks following Robinson Cano's return from the injured list. Now on the bench for the fourth time in five games, Guillorme probably isn't worth rostering outside of NL-only leagues.

Rosario is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader against the Yankees, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Rosario is 4-for-20 over his past seven games and will take a seat for Sunday's matinee. Andres Gimenez will start at shortstop and bat ninth for the Mets.