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Frazier was removed from Sunday's game against the Reds in the third inning with right hamstring discomfort.

Frazier seemed to suffer the injury while running down the first-base line while attempting to beat out an inning-ending double play in the top half of the third. The Pirates replaced Frazier at second base with Max Moroff in the bottom half of the frame. Frazier is considered day-to-day at this time, with an update on his status likely to come before Monday's series opener against the Cubs.

Frazier will start at second base and bat second Sunday against the Reds.

Frazier will pick up his fourth consecutive start and remain in the lineup for the 17th time in 18 games, with Gregory Polanco's (hamstring) placement on the disabled list earlier in August effectively allowing the utility man to reclaim an everyday role. After a rough finish to the first half, Frazier has been sizzling since the All-Star break, submitting a .336/.395/.464 line to go with 17 RBI and 12 runs in 36 games. Even once Polanco returns, the Pirates should find a way to keep the versatile Frazier in the lineup for at least a handful of starts per week.

Andrus went 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored in Saturday's 8-3 loss to the Athletics.

After submitting a pair of multi-hit performances to begin the series, Andrus' season average is back up to .298, which would represent the second-best mark of his career. A .334 BABIP has certainly helped Andrus, but since he's been hitting for more power than ever with a .470 slugging percentage, his strong batting average shouldn't be written off as a byproduct of extreme good fortune.

Marte left Saturday's game with left hamstring tightness.

He was lifted after flying out to right field in the bottom of the fifth inning, with Adam Rosales shifting over to shortstop and Daniel Descalso entering the game at third base. The Diamondbacks are off Monday, so they may opt to wait and see how Marte feels after a couple days of rest before making any DL decisions.

Altuve (neck) is starting at second base and batting third Saturday against the Angels.

Altuve was removed from Thursday's contest with neck discomfort, but he's good to go again after being held out of Friday's contest. The 27-year-old, who is slashing an impressive .380/.420/.593 with six homers and 11 stolen bases in 37 games since the All-Star break, will face Tyler Skaggs in his return to the starting lineup.

Tomlinson moved back to the bench following Joe Panik's activation off the disabled list Friday.

The speedy infielder provided modest fantasy value with a .293 batting average and three stolen bases in 11 games while Panik dealt with a concussion. Tomlinson will resume his regular utility role and can safely be ignored in most fantasy leagues.

Forsythe went 1-for-3 with a home run and a steal in Friday's 3-1 win over the Brewers.

It was just Forsythe's fourth long ball of the season and his first since July 6. The 30-year-old has failed to replicate last year's 20-homer output and his disappointing .241/.370/.335 slash line has been a sore sight in an otherwise dominating Dodgers lineup. Forsythe will have to turn things around quickly or run the risk of losing at-bats once Cody Bellinger (ankle) makes his return from the disabled list.

Altuve (neck) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Angels, Jake Kaplan of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Marwin Gonzalez will take over at second base in place of Altuve, who left Thursday's game with neck discomfort. He will be forced to miss at least one start as a result of the issue, but the Astros haven't given any indication that this is more than a day-to-day concern.

Solarte is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Marlins.

After driving in six runs Tuesday, Solarte has gone 0-for-8 over the Padres' last two outings. With Dusty Coleman starting at shortstop and hitting eighth, Solarte will head to the bench.

Espinosa was signed by the Rays prior to Friday's game against the Cardinals, Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times reports.

Espinosa will provide versatility in the infield for Tampa Bay as he can help out at several positions off the bench with his new club. The 30-year-old was recently released by the Mariners, and Tampa Bay marks his third different major-league home this season after beginning 2017 with the Angels. Espinosa has slashed .164/.237/.279 with six home runs and 31 RBI in 85 games this season.