MLB Player News

Mauricio was added to the Mets' 60-man player pool Monday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Although he wasn't with the team during spring training or summer camp, Mauricio will develop at the Mets' alternate training site among other top prospects. The shortstop is the No. 1 fantasy prospect in the Mets' system but shouldn't reach the majors during the abbreviated 2020 season. In 116 games with Low-A Columbia last season, the 19-year-old hit .268 with four home runs, 37 RBI and 99 strikeouts.

Rojas isn't starting Monday against the Mets.

Even though Rojas was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list Saturday, he'll sit for the third consecutive game. Jonathan Villar will take over at shortstop Monday.

Bichette is slated to receive a second opinion on his sprained right knee Monday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

The Blue Jays have yet to provide a projected timeline for Bichette's return after he was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday, but a source familiar with the young shortstop's knee injury believes he could be sidelined until mid-September, per Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun. More clarity on the matter should be available once the results of Bichette's second opinion are revealed, but his fantasy managers should at least be prepared for the 22-year-old to miss multiple weeks with the injury. Joe Panik, Brandon Drury and Santiago Espinal are the top options to replace Bichette at shortstop, but none of those players are particularly enticing from a fantasy perspective, especially if the Blue Jays opt for a timeshare at the position.

Anderson went 1-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and two runs scored in Sunday's 7-2 win over the Cardinals.

Anderson stole his first bag of the season in the first inning then came around to score on an Eloy Jimenez base hit. The shortstop, who has been a frequent runner over his first four seasons, showed the groin injury that cost him a stint on the injured list is no longer bothering him.

Swanson went 2-for-5 with a double, two runs and one strikeout in Sunday's win against the Marlins.

Swanson was one of the top offensive performers in Sunday's pitching duel, and he scored in the sixth and seventh innings to help the Braves secure their second straight win. The shortstop is hitting .284 with eight extra-base hits and 14 RBI this season.

Arcia went 3-for-4 with a home run, triple, two RBI and three runs scored Sunday against the Cubs.

Arcia played a big role in the team's win against the Cubs, with his biggest contribution coming on a two-run home run in the fifth inning. It was his first home run of the year and he now has only four extra-base hits on the season. While still getting regular playing time, the return of Luis Urias has left Arcia out of the starting lineup twice in the team's past six contests.

Seager went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Sunday's 8-3 win over the Angels.

Seager went deep in the fourth inning off reliever Matt Andriese. In four games since returning from a back injury, Seager has two homers, six RBI and three runs scored. He's slashing .294/.342/.574 with five homers, 13 RBI and 13 runs scored in 17 contests overall.

Adames went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Sunday's win over Toronto.

Adames turned on the first pitch he saw in the eighth inning to put the Rays up 7-5 with his second homer of the year. The 24-year-old shortstop has knocked six extra-base hits over the last five games, pushing his OPS up to .899.

Bichette (knee) could be sidelined until mid-September, Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun reports.

Bichette was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a sprained right knee, but the injury could be worse than initially anticipated. As a result, he could be sidelined until the middle of September as he recovers. The update is a significant blow for the Blue Jays and for his fantasy value. Joe Panik, Brandon Drury and Santiago Espinal could see increased time at shortstop while Bichette is sidelined.

Lindor went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run, two doubles, three RBI and one run scored in Sunday's 8-5 win over the Tigers.

Lindor entered Sunday's tilt with just seven hits in his last 41 at-bats, but the shortstop broke out in a big way in the series finale. After taking Michael Fulmer deep in the third inning, Lindor was able to add to his day with a run-scoring double in the seventh. Lindor is still slashing a pedestrian .233/.281/.422, but he will look to build off his big day when the Indians open a series with the Pirates on Tuesday.