MLB Player News

Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Twins.

Jimenez, who was named the American League Player of the Week for last week, has put on a power surge during the final month of the season, launching his fourth home run in the last seven games. Since Sept. 3, he's slugging .788 with extra-base hits in nine of the 13 games in which he's played. He needs two home runs over the final 12 games to reach 30.

Collins is not in the lineup Monday against the Twins.

Collins has been getting frequent starts as either a catcher or a designated hitter this September, though he hasn't done much at the plate, hitting .161 with a .536 OPS. He does at least have three hits over his last two games. James McCann will catch Monday, with Jose Abreu serving as the designated hitter and Matt Skole playing first base.

Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs and an RBI in Sunday's 11-10 loss to the Mariners.

Jimenez's late-season surge has shown no signs of ending yet, as he's now put together a seven-game hit streak during which he's collected three home runs and two doubles. So long as his health holds up, Jimenez should have a good chance at joining the Mets' Pete Alonso as the lone members of this year's rookie class in the 30-homer club.

Stanton (knee) is unlikely to play when the Yankees kick off their next homestand Tuesday, Erik Boland of Newsday reports.

Manager Aaron Boone indicated that Stanton did well in his final simulated game Saturday but stated that he "wouldn't expect" the slugger to be in the lineup at home against the Angels on Tuesday. However, Boone did confirm that Stanton should be back in action at some point during the homestand that runs through Sunday. Stanton is expected to play left field on a regular basis upon his return.

Cabrera (knee) returns to the lineup Monday against the Orioles.

The knee issue that forced Cabrera to leave Saturday's game was evidently not particularly serious, as he's back in action following just a one-game absence. He's expected to battle a chronic problem in his right knee for the rest of his career, though, so expect many similar absences in the future. For what it's worth, Cabrera told Jason Beck of MLB.com on Monday that he'll play during the remaining two weeks of the season before consulting with knee specialists over the winter to determine the best course of treatment for his condition.

Lewis went 3-for-6 with a homer, a double, three RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 11-10 win over the White Sox.

Lewis' three-run shot in the eighth inning cut the Mariners' lead to just one run. The rookie outfielder has already launched four homers with two doubles and nine RBI in his first six MLB contests.

Choi sits against lefty Patrick Sandoval and the Angels on Sunday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Choi hits the bench against a southpaw as he typically does. He's hit just .239/.345/.366 in limited action against lefties this season. Jesus Aguilar will start at first base.

Ford hit a two-run homer in his only plate appearance in Saturday's victory over the Blue Jays.

Ford was sent to the plate as a pinch hitter in the ninth inning and launched a two-run shot to right center field. The 27-year-old has played sparingly in September but has been productive when called upon, batting .294 (5-for-17) with a pair of homers and four RBI this month.

Cabrera (knee) will sit as expected Sunday against the Orioles, Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports.

Cabrera left Saturday's game with knee soreness, an extension of the chronic knee problems with which he's expected to deal for the remainder of his career. He was reportedly due for a scheduled day off regardless of the injury Sunday. Christin Stewart will be the designated hitter in his absence.

Canha went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 8-6 win over the Rangers.

Canha didn't have the best night at the dish, but his fifth-inning, go-ahead homer off Rangers starter Mike Minor gave the A's a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Canha is hitting .272/.392/.516 with 24 homers, 55 RBI and 72 runs scored across 372 at-bats this season.