MLB Player News

Barreto, just called up from Triple-A Nashville on Saturday, could see some time in the outfield during his current big-league stint, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Barreto is slated to primarily fill in for shortstop Marcus Semien and second baseman Jed Lowrie as needed, but he could also spend time in the outfield. The 22-year-old is likely to get in some outfield reps during batting practice to give the team "some options," in the words of manager Bob Melvin. One potential opening could come in center field as a result of Boog Powell's knee sprain, which is expected to land him on the 10-day disabled list Sunday.

The Angels optioned Fontana to Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

Fontana was called up to the majors at the end of March when Ian Kinsler (groin) was placed on the 10-day disabled list, but only appeared as a pinch hitter, going 0-for-2. Ryan Schimpf replaces the 26-year-old on the Angels' 25-man roster.

Barreto will be called up to replace the injured Chad Pinder (knee) Saturday, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Barreto got his first taste of the big leagues last season, struggling through 25 games with a .197/.250/.352 line and a 43.4 percent strikeout rate. The 22-year-old fared much better at Triple-A Nashville, hitting .290/.339/.456 in 111 games. He has the potential to one day hit for average and power while stealing a fair number of bases, though it remains to be seen whether he's big-league ready this time around. Barreto's stay with Oakland could be short, as Pinder's injury appears to be minor, but he could stick around if he impresses right away.

Frazier will bat second and start in right field against the Reds on Saturday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

Frazier was going to serve as a bench option Saturday but will instead start in right with starter Gregory Polanco a late scratch due to right foot discomfort. The 26-year-old had not received a start since the second game of the season and is 4-for-13 with a double.

Manager Aaron Boone expressed concern over Drury's status and said that he will undergo "extensive tests" Monday to find a cause for the infielder's blurred vision and severe migraines, Wallace Matthews of The Athletic reports.

Drury was placed on the 10-day disabled list after leaving Friday's game in the sixth inning. Expect to see Miguel Andujar scoop up a fair share of the starts at the hot corner while Drury is sidelined.

Andrus went 3-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored in Friday's 8-5 loss to the Blue Jays.

Andrus is cruising out of the gate, having hit safely in eight of nine games with 13 hits in 35 at-bats (.371). After a brief flirtation as the leadoff hitter, Andrus is back in the three-hole, where, in theory, those hits can make more of an impact.

Drury was placed on the 10-day disabled list Saturday with severe migraines.

He left Friday's 14-inning loss to the Orioles in the sixth inning due to impaired vision and a migraine, and while it didn't seem serious at the time, the fact he was placed on the DL is certainly cause for concern. Jace Peterson was called up from Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre to help plug the gap, but it's Miguel Andujar who figures to see regular work at third base while Drury is out.

Solarte went 2-for-2 with a solo home run and three walks as the Blue Jays topped the Rangers 8-5 on Friday.

The 30-year-old infielder reached base in all five of his plate appearances and now has a .407 on-base percentage that's contributed to a lofty 1.044 OPS through 22 at-bats. Those numbers are a far cry from the .327 OBP and .747 OPS he's averaged over his five big-league seasons, however, so his stats are likely to even out back towards those levels as the season progresses.

Drury exited Friday's 14-inning loss to the Orioles due to impaired vision and a migraine, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.

The 24-year-old went 0-for-2 prior to being replaced by Ronald Torreyes in the bottom of the sixth inning. Drury will likely be further evaluated Saturday and should be considered day-to-day.

Albies went 2-for-5 with a double, a solo home run and a second run scored in Friday's 8-3 win over the Rockies.

The 21-year-old has just seven hits in 34 at-bats to begin the season, but five of them have gone for extra bases -- two doubles, two homers and a triple. Expect Albies' batting average to rise as the weather warms up, giving him five-category upside if his current power display carries forward.