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Riley went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run Thursday in an Opening Day loss to the Reds.

Atlanta's offense had a hard time against Cincinnati's five pitchers Thursday, collectively registering only four hits. Riley was responsible for three of those, and his eighth-inning two-run homer accounted for two of the team's three runs. The third baseman is coming off a career-best 33-homer, 107-RBI campaign in 2021 and figures to be among fantasy's top third-base options again this season.

Arenado went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk in Thursday's 9-0 win over the Pirates.

Arenado's first hit of the season left the yard, accounting for the Cardinals' last two runs in a blowout win. The third baseman has clubbed no fewer than 34 homers in each full season since 2015, and he's already off to a strong start in the power department this year. Arenado can be penciled in as a near-everyday option once again in 2022.

Hayes (thumb/forearm) expects to be in the lineup Saturday, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Hayes exited Thursday's game against St. Louis in the bottom of the first inning. He explained to reporters after the game that he experienced a cramp from his thumb down to his forearm, though the sensation went away quickly. The Pirates could opt to be cautious with Hayes, though it doesn't appear as if the injury will affect him in the long term. The team also has a day off Friday, which will give Hayes some additional rest.

Hayes was removed from Thursday's game against the Cardinals due to cramping in his left thumb/forearm, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

Although Hayes' first-inning exit on Opening Day led to some concern, he isn't experiencing any pain hours after his departure, and the issue is considered "very minor." The 25-year-old should be considered day-to-day, and he'll have Friday's scheduled off day to rest up before potentially missing any time. Prior to the season opener, Hayes agreed to the richest contract in franchise history when he signed a seven-year, $70 million extension.

Hayes was removed from Thursday's game against the Cardinals in the bottom of the first inning due to an apparent left wrist injury, Jake Crouse of MLB.com reports.

Hayes struck out in the top of the first inning Thursday but was removed from the game with no outs in the bottom half of the frame. While the exact nature and severity of the issue aren't yet clear, trainers appeared to be looking at his left wrist/forearm as he left the field. That same wrist cost Hayes extended time in 2021 and sapped some of his power upon his return, so his fantasy managers have reason to be concerned. If the 25-year-old is forced to miss any additional time, Diego Castillo and Josh VanMeter are the likely options to fill in at third base.

Astudillo isn't on the Marlins' Opening Day roster, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.

Astudillo served as a non-roster invitee this spring and hit .286 with a double and two RBI across nine Grapefruit League contests. He was unable to break camp with the big-league club but will be a candidate to serve as utility depth at some point.

Hayes signed an eight-year, $70 million contract extension with the Pirates on Thursday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

Hayes showed promise with the Pirates while appearing in 96 major-league games last year, hitting .257 with six homers, 49 runs, 38 RBI and nine steals. He's a key player for the rebuilding Pittsburgh club and will be rewarded with a long-term deal that includes a team option for a ninth season. The 25-year-old dealt with a minor ankle sprain late in camp but is healthy to begin the 2022 campaign.

Vosler was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento on Thursday, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports.

Vosler appeared in 11 Cactus League games this spring and hit .143 with two doubles, two runs, two RBI and one stolen base. Even though the Giants are dealing with several injuries to their infielders early in the season, the 28-year-old will begin the year in the minors.

Longoria (finger) was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

A trip to the injured list was always expected after Longoria underwent surgery to repair a ligament in his right index finger in mid-March. The fact that he was placed on the 10-day IL rather than the 60-day IL indicates the Giants think he can return before early June, which matches up with the initial six-week timetable he was given at the time of the surgery.

Hayes (ankle) is starting Thursday's game against the Cardinals, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

Hayes didn't appear in any spring games after March 25 due to a minor ankle sprain, but he'll start at the hot corner and bat third during Thursday's Opening Day matchup. The 25-year-old appeared in 96 games for Pittsburgh last year and hit .257 with six homers, 49 runs, 38 RBI and nine stolen bases.