MLB Player News

Suarez went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Sunday's 8-6 triumph over the Cubs.

Suarez entered the contest with a .173 average and just three extra-base hits over the last 14 games, but he busted out of the slump in a big way in the first inning. With two runners on, Suarez belted Jon Lester's 3-2 pitch over the batter's eye for a 457-foot blast, making it the longest Cincinnati home run of the season. The long ball was Suarez's 17th of the season, keeping him on pace for a second straight 30-homer campaign. He'll be back in the lineup for Monday's series opener with the Brewers, batting out of the three hole while manning the hot corner.

Vargas went 1-for-2 with a walk and an RBI in Sunday's 10-4 loss to San Francisco.

Vargas started at second base as Ketel Marte was cleared to play outfield for the first time since injuring his hamstring. With Marte limited to second base since returning, Vargas' at-bats took a hit. Expect to see more of Vargas as the primary second baseman until Wilmer Flores (foot) returns.

Machado went 1-for-5 with a two-run homer in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.

Machado got the Padres on the board with a two-run shot off Miles Mikolas in the first inning, continuing a productive June in which he's hitting .314 with 11 homers and 29 runs batted in. His afternoon went south from there, however, as he failed to register a hit in his remaining four at-bats and committed a crucial error in the eighth inning that led to the game-tying run. In his first season in San Diego, Machado has proven to be an offensive force, slashing .277/.352/.516 with 20 homers and 56 runs batted in.

Chapman went 3-for-6 with a home run, a triple, a double, six RBI and two runs scored during Sunday's 12-3 win over the Angels.

Chapman had nine total bases and came within a mere single of hitting for the cycle in this outstanding effort. He broke the game open with a three-run homer in the fifth inning and drove in another three with a bases-loaded double in the eighth. Chapman now has three home runs, nine RBI, and five runs scored over his last five contests.

Hayes (finger) has begun a rehab assignment following a three-week absence.

Hayes' power has been slow to develop throughout his career despite solid scouting reports, and his season-to-date at Triple-Indianapolis has been no exception with just three homers in 224 at-bats. The 20 doubles and eight steals point to some upside however, and he could find himself in Pittsburgh later this summer if he's able to hit well in the interim.

Moncada went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer and two runs scored Sunday against the Twins.

Moncada kicked off the scoring in this one with a blast to center field, handing his squad an early lead. The 24-year-old continues to piece together a stellar year at the dish, slashing .304/.357/.528 with 14 homers and 44 RBI over 74 games.

Rendon went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two runs scored in a 2-1 win over Detroit on Sunday.

Rendon swatted a solo homer in the eighth inning to break a 1-1 tie, giving him 19 this season. The 29-year-old owns a terrific 1.028 OPS with 42 extra-base knocks and 58 RBI this season.

Candelario is starting at third base and batting fourth in Sunday's game against the Nationals.

Candelario will be making his fifth straight start since getting recalled from Triple-A. With Dawel Lugo getting sent down to Triple-A, Candelario has a clear path to playing time at third base, provided he performs adequately. The 25-year-old has done well so far in his return to the majors, collecting seven hits in 14 at-bats with a stolen base.

The Indians reinstated Ramirez from the paternity list prior to Sunday's game against the Orioles. He'll start at third base and bat fifth.

Ramirez could have remained away from the Indians for the entire weekend, but he opted to take off only two of the maximum three days to spend with his newborn. He'll thus rejoin the starting nine for the series finale while replacing infielder Yu Chang on the 25-man roster.

Moncada was back in the lineup Saturday and went 1-for-4 in a 10-3 loss to the Twins.

Moncada singled in his first at-bat after sitting out Friday's game with a sore knee. He was hit by a pitch on the knee during the first inning of Wednesday's game and removed shortly after. Not counting his abbreviated start Wednesday, Moncada has hit safely in seven straight games.