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Donaldson went 3-for-4 with a walk, two home runs, four RBI and three runs scored in Sunday's win over the Indians.

Both home runs were off Shane Bieber; Donaldson took a breaking ball away to right-center in the first inning, and then pulled a high-and-tight fastball in the second. Donaldson was a bit slow to get going over the first two weeks or so, but he's been red-hot lately with 12 hits -- including four homers -- and eight walks over his last nine games. The third baseman figures to remain a big difference-maker as long as he remains healthy.

Farmer went 1-for-2 with a solo homer and a walk against the Padres on Sunday.

Farmer took southpaw Brad Wieck deep in the seventh inning for his third home run of the season after drawing the start at first base. Though he's had limited playing time, Farmer has shown he's capable of hitting for some power, as he is slugging .542 across 24 at-bats. However, with both Tucker Barnhart and Curt Casali ahead of him on the catching depth chart, Farmer's at-bats figure to only dry up further once Joey Votto (back) returns to the lineup.

Suarez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run against the Padres on Sunday.

Suarez launched his fifth home run of the season off Craig Stammen in the seventh inning. Emerging as one of the steady options at the hot corner, Suarez has produced as expected to begin the season by slugging .515 over 68 at-bats.

When Senzel (ankle) returns to action at Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday, he will play center field, the position he manned during spring training, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Even with both Jose Iglesias and Joes Peraza struggling offensively, the Reds haven't opted to give Senzel any time at second base, where he played in the minors last season. Instead, they're sticking with their long-term approach to make him a full-time center fielder.

Newman (finger) fielded balls at shortstop Sunday, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Newman is already eligible to return, but it remains unclear when exactly he's expected to do so. When he does get back, it will likely be in a utility role, as recently-promoted prospect Cole Tucker should receive regular at-bats at shortstop.

Moustakas has a small fracture on his right ring finger but is nevertheless considered day-to-day, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

It would be somewhat surprising for a player to avoid the injured list despite a fractured finger, but the Brewers are optimistic that Moustakas can do just that. Hernan Perez starts at second base in his place Sunday and would likely see an expanded role should Moustakas wind up requiring an IL stint.

Moustakas (finger) is not starting Sunday against the Dodgers.

Moustakas left Saturday's game with a bruised ring finger on his right hand after making a diving stop. Hernan Perez will start at second base in his absence.

Rendon (elbow) is not starting Sunday against Miami.

Rendon was hit in the elbow by a pitch Saturday but didn't suffer anything worse than a bruise. His elbow remains stiff and swollen, Byron Kerr of MASN Sports reports, but the Nationals currently aren't expecting him to require a trip to the injured list. He'll get at least one day to rest, with Howie Kendrick starting at third base Sunday.

Moustakas has a bruised ring finger on his right hand, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Moustakas left Saturday's win over the Dodgers with what was originally labeled right hand discomfort, though it was later clarified to be a finger issue. The 30-year-old is day-to-day for now, and given the issue is on his throwing hand, it wouldn't be surprising to see him receive the day off Sunday.

Senzel (ankle) played seven innings in back-to-back games at extended spring training and is expected to travel to Triple-A Louisville on Sunday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Senzel has been seeing limited action in games over the past week but now appears ready to join Louisville. The 23-year-old has been recovering from the right ankle sprain for almost a month but could see game action with the Bats as early as Tuesday.