Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani is expected to make his next start as a pitcher Sunday versus the Astros, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Ohtani made his third start this past Saturday against the Royals, tossing two scoreless innings and 27 pitches as an opener. He could build up to three or four innings Sunday, but Justin Wrobleski is in line to work in bulk relief behind him and will be the Dodgers pitcher most likely to qualify for a win that day.

Alvarez was shut down from all activities after reporting renewed soreness in his hand while taking swings Monday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

Alvarez's fractured right hand has kept him on the injured list since early May. He seemed to be closing in on a return -- potentially as soon as this weekend -- but his setback throws a wrench in the Astros' plans. The 28-year-old slugger is due to visit a specialist within the next couple of days, at which point the team will know more regarding his status and how far away he may be from activation.

The Nationals optioned Chaparro to Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday.

Chaparro played sparingly during his three weeks with the big club, going 1-for-11 at the dish. He's clearing out to make room on the roster for Paul DeJong's (orbital) return.

The Angels activated Soler (back) from the 10-day injured list Tuesday.

Soler has been cleared to return to action following a minimum 10-day absence with a back injury. With Mike Trout still limited to designated-hitter duty, Soler will resume his role as the Angels' primary right fielder.

Rice is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays.

The lefty-hitting Rice had started in each of the Yankees' last seven matchups with right-handed pitchers, but he'll move to the bench Tuesday as Toronto sends righty Kevin Gausman to the hill. With a 143 wRC+ over 211 plate appearances versus righties this season, Rice has been far more productive in those matchups than the right-handed-hitting Paul Goldschmidt (73 wRC+ in 231 plate appearances), but Yankees manager Aaron Boone isn't yet ready to commit to a strict platoon between the two players at first base. Goldschmidt will get the nod at first base Tuesday, and he and Rice could both be occasionally included together in the lineup against righties if Rice is used at catcher or designated hitter.

Hays went 2-for-4 with a triple, a home run and three RBI during Monday's 13-6 loss to the Red Sox.

Dating back to before his foot injury, Hays entered play in the midst of a 1-for-16 stretch, but he racked up seven total bases to spark the Reds offense. Those bases came courtesy of his first home run since May 16 and first triple since May 26. The Reds are certainly happy to have the 29-year-old's bat back in the lineup, as he's slashing .295/.336/.568 in 143 plate appearances this season.

Manager John Schneider said after Monday's 5-4 win over the Yankees that Springer (undisclosed) is expected to be fine for Tuesday's game against New York, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Springer was injured on a slide into third base in the bottom of the sixth inning Monday and was promptly removed from the game in the top of the seventh, but it sounds like it was more for precautionary reasons. Springer has avoided a serious injury and isn't expected to require any further testing. The veteran outfielder is slashing .263/.360/.459 with 11 home runs, 40 RBI, 42 runs scored and nine stolen bases across 305 plate appearances this season.

Springer (undisclosed) was removed from Monday night's game against the Yankees with an apparent injury, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Springer was thrown out at third base on an RBI single from Vladimir Guerrero in the bottom of the sixth inning. On the play, Springer appeared to slide hard into Jazz Chisholm. Springer was replaced in the top of the seventh, as Andres Gimenez entered at second base, with Davis Schneider moving to left field and Nathan Lukes taking over for Springer in right. Prior to leaving, Springer was 0-for-2 at the plate with one walk. Springer should be considered day-to-day for now.

Flores isn't part of the starting nine for Monday's game against the Diamondbacks.

Flores will yield to Dominic Smith at first base for the second time in three games Monday. Flores has just two hits in his last 20 at-bats, but he owns a 4:3 BB:K during that stretch.

Polanco will miss a third straight start in Monday's series opener against the Royals due to left knee soreness but is expected back in the lineup Tuesday, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.

Polanco tweaked his surgically repaired knee while stumbling over first base in a game last week against the White Sox. The good news is Polanco met over the weekend with the doctor that performed his offseason operation, and he was given clearance to play. Mitch Garver is serving as Seattle's designated hitter for Monday's game versus the Royals.