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Manager Dave Roberts expects Turner (toe) to play Monday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.

Turner was held out of Sunday's lineup for the second straight game as a precaution, but the Dodgers anticipate his bruised big toe having enough time to heal before Monday. It sounds like all signs are pointing to a return, but be sure to check back to confirm prior to Monday's lineup lock.

Blackmon (toe) was able to participate in outfield drills and take batting practice Saturday, MLB.com's Thomas Harding reports.

Blackmon wore turf shoes for the aforementioned drills, but is expected to give them a try with normal spikes Sunday. In a best-case scenario, progress on that front would be encouraging enough for him to begin a brief rehab stint early this week, which could open the door for him to return for the weekend series against the Diamondbacks. With a return date uncertain, however, the outfielder isn't necessarily a guarantee for weekly lineups that lock Monday.

Belt is not in the lineup Sunday against the Marlins.

Belt typically sits against lefties, and Sunday will be no different, as the Marlins will send southpaw Adam Conley to the hill. In his stead, Buster Posey will move from behind the plate to first base, allowing Trevor Brown to get the starting nod at catcher.

Carpenter is back in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres.

Carpenter received a day of rest Saturday after going hitless in his previous two games. He'll lead off and take his usual spot at third base.

Turner (toe) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rockies.

Turner will be given his second straight day of rest to allow the bruised big toe suffered on Friday night to heal. He's been experimenting with a new protective insert that could potentially ease his discomfort, however, so a return to action shouldn't be too far off. Consider him day-to-day heading into Monday's series opener against the Marlins.

Turner (toe) will attempt to play in Sunday's game, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.

The official starting lineup has yet to be released, so it's unclear if Turner's willingness to play will result in the starting nod. He will apparently utilize a special shoe insert that immobilizes the joint that causes the discomfort in his bruised big toe. These injuries tend to be a bit tricky, as rest is the only real treatment, and the ailment is easy to aggravate. Nonetheless, the Dodgers seemingly have a plan for their starting third baseman, and if he doesn't return to action Sunday, look for him to be back in the lineup at some point this week.

Ruf is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers.

He'll sit on Sunday while Emmanuel Burriss will start in left field and bat seventh. Ruf started the last two games against Milwaukee in left and produced two hits in six at-bats.

Cespedes (leg), who is not in Sunday's lineup, could miss time in the upcoming series against Cincinnati, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports.

It appears the leg injury that has sidelined Cespedes is lingering a bit longer than expected, putting his Monday availability in question. He'll visit team doctors when the team returns to New York in hopes of getting some further insight on the ailment. While Cespedes remains sidelined, look for Juan Lagares to see extra reps in the New York outfield.

Harper is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Twins, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.

Harper has started each of the Nationals' first 17 games of the year in right field, but he'll get Sunday off after going 2-for-4 with a double in Saturday's contest. Matt den Dekker will man right in his stead, while Daniel Murphy will move up to the third spot in the batting order.

Cespedes (leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's series finale in Atlanta, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

Cespedes was removed from Friday's game due to a bruise on his right leg, which effectively sidelined him for the rest of the series. Because he was unable to swing a bat Saturday, he'll likely enter the upcoming week with questionable availability. Nonetheless, if he's unable to go Monday against the Reds, Juan Lagares and Alejandro De Aza are available to man center field.