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Ford was optioned to the Yankees' alternate training site Tuesday.

Ford was on the major-league roster since the start of the season, but he saw a drop in playing time recently as he was on the bench for each of the last seven games. With Giancarlo Stanton (hamstring) and Gio Urshela (elbow) returning from the 10-day injured list, Ford's services were no longer needed at the big-league level.

Stanton (hamstring) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday.

Stanton spent just over a month on the injured list while recovering from a hamstring strain, but he took part in several simulated games recently. The 30-year-old could be eased back into a regular role in an attempt to keep him healthy ahead of the playoffs. Stanton played in just 14 games prior to his injury, slashing .293/.453/.585 with three home runs and seven RBI.

Winker (back) returns to the lineup Tuesday against the Pirates, batting sixth as the designated hitter.

Winker had been sidelined since leaving Thursday's game against the Cubs with a tight back. His return should be a boost to the Reds' lineup, as he hit a strong .276/.400/.569 with 10 homers in 150 plate appearances prior to the injury.

Soler (oblique) could potentially return for the Royals' weekend series in Milwaukee but isn't expected to return before the team's final homestand, which begins Monday, Jeffrey Flanagan of MLB.com reports.

Soler will be eligible to return from his strained oblique Wednesday, but it does not sound like his return is imminent, as he hasn't traveled with the team. While he could link up with his teammates in Milwaukee, Soler is more likely to stay home and return to the roster for the final week of the season.

Turner (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list as expected Tuesday, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.

The third baseman had been out since late August with a strained hamstring. His .794 OPS in 32 games prior to the injury would be his lowest mark since 2013, though it's still a respectable number. He should fill a near-everyday role upon his return, though the Dodgers can afford to be cautious with the oft-injured veteran with their playoff spot already nearly secured. Josh Sborz was optioned in a corresponding move.

Lewis went 1-for-3 with a walk, a home run and three RBI during a 6-5 win over the A's in the first game of Monday's doubleheader.

The 25-year-old then went 1-for-2 with a walk and a double in the nightcap while also doing his best Ken Griffey Jr. impression by going high over the wall in center field to rob Ramon Laureano of a grand slam in the first inning. Lewis has slowed down at the plate in recent weeks, but he's still slashing .295/.390/.494 on the year with 10 homers, three steals, 27 RBI and 34 runs through 47 games.

Canha went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI during a 9-0 win over the Mariners in the second game of Monday's doubleheader.

After going 0-for-3 in the matinee, Canha took Brady Lail deep in the sixth inning of the nightcap to pad a comfortable 6-0 lead. The 31-year-old outfielder has three multi-hit performances in his last seven games but went 0-for-11 in the other four, and on the year he's slashing .247/.388/.409 with four homers, four steals, 25 runs and 25 RBI through 47 games.

Turner (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game in San Diego, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.

It was reported earlier in the day that Turner may be ready for a Tuesday return, and manager Dave Roberts confirmed this report following Monday's contest. Turner has been dealing with a hamstring injury for the last two weeks.

Rooker will require surgery to address the fractured right forearm he sustained in Saturday's game against the Indians, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.

Minnesota moved Rooker to the 10-day injured list Sunday and brought back outfielder Max Kepler (groin) from the IL in a corresponding move. The 25-year-old enjoyed a brief but productive run as a part-time player for the Twins following his Sept. 4 promotion, appearing in seven games and slashing .316/.381/.579. Barring an unexpected setback in his recovery, Rooker is expected to return to full strength for the start of spring training.

McCutchen went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 6-2 loss to the Marlins.

McCutchen led the game off with a homer off Pablo Lopez, but it wound up being the only blood the Phillies would draw off the right-hander. The long ball was the outfielder's seventh of the season and it also gave him his 29th RBI.