MLB Player News

Perez is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros, Maria Torres of The Kansas City Star reports.

The 28-year-old will get a day to rest his legs as Drew Butera steps in behind the plate to catch for starter Jason Hammel. Perez has endured a tough month, slashing just .173/.225/.293 with two homers so far in June, but his track record should be enough for fantasy owners to be patient.

Grandal is not in the lineup Sunday against the Mets, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

Grandal has cooled off after a hot start, with his season line now sitting at .236/.327/.435. He's still made over two thirds of the starts behind the plate, however, as fellow catcher Austin Barnes has struggled to a .204/.343/.265 line on the year.

Mesoraco is not in the lineup Sunday against the Dodgers, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Mesoraco is hitting .228/.330/.457 with six homers in 30 games since joining the Mets. Kevin Plawecki will start in his place Sunday. The two catchers have split the starts roughly evenly since Plawecki returned from a fractured hand in late May, with Mesoraco starting 14 times compared to 12 for Plawecki.

Realmuto went 2-for-4 with a walk and a grand slam in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Rockies.

The catcher now has 10 homers and 31 RBI over 56 games to accompany his stellar .308/.365/.548 slash line. Realmuto has far and away been the Marlins' best player this season, and he should be a shoo-in for his first All-Star Game appearance next month.

Contreras went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Saturday against the Reds.

Contreras launched his home run -- his fifth of the season -- over the right field wall in the second inning off Anthony DeSclafani. It was his first home run and only fourth extra-base hit since May 12. That has resulted in a disappointing .422 slugging percentage, which is 50 points below his career mark.

Barnhart went 1-for-5 with a two-run homer against the Cubs on Saturday.

Barnhart began the Reds' offensive onslaught Saturday, with his home run coming in the first inning off right-hander Luke Farrell. It was his fifth home run of the season and second in his past seven games. Barnhart doesn't produce exceptionally in any area, but he receives steady playing time and chips in across most categories, making him viable in deep formats.

Hedges (elbow) will be activated from the 10-day disabled list provided a final checkup goes smoothly, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Hedges hasn't played since April while dealing with right elbow tendinitis. Prior to the injury, he was hitting a miserable .173/.235/.293. Hedges' return could push Raffy Lopez back to the minors.

Maldonado is not starting Saturday against the Blue Jays.

Maldonado will sit after starting six straight games behind the plate. Jose Briceno will get the nod in his place.

Gomes is out of the lineup against the Tigers on Saturday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Gomes will head to the bench for a standard day off following three straight starts, including an 0-for-4 showing during Friday's victory. In his absence, Roberto Perez will catch Trevor Bauer.

Sanchez is out of the lineup against Tampa Bay on Saturday, Mike Mazzeo of the New York Daily News reports.

Sanchez will take a seat as Austin Romine sets up behind the plate to catch Sonny Gray during Saturday's matinee. Over 62 games this year, Sanchez is slashing .194/.292/.441 with 14 home runs and 41 RBI. Look for him to return to the lineup Sunday.