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Baez went 2-for-5 with two runs scored, three RBI and his fifth home run of the season in Sunday's 13-2 rout of the Braves.

He's having an impressive June since becoming a regular member of the Cubs' starting lineup, hitting .344 (11-for-32) with three homers and 12 RBI. Baez's 3:25 BB:K on the season remains scary, but so far in 2016 he's been able to make it work.

Lindor went 3-for-5 with a homer, two runs and three RBI Sunday at the Angels.

Lindor's seventh homer of the season was a solo shot in the first inning that gave the Indians a lead they'd never relinquish, and then his two-run single gave them a comfortable five-run lead in the second frame. He now has four multi-hit games over his last 10 starts, and his slash line is at .304/.360/.450.

Correa (ankle), who is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rays for the third straight game, expects to return to a starting role for Tuesday's series opener with the Cardinals, Jake Kaplan of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Correa likely would have been ready to go Sunday if it were a playoff game, but with the Astros in the midst of a long season and an off day looming Monday, the team decided it was best to prolong the star shortstop's rest. After taking part in batting practice and fielding drills prior to Sunday's game, Correa should be available in a pinch-hitting capacity, if needed.

Castro was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday, Kevin McAlpin of 680 AM Atlanta reports.

Castro will be the last man out following the activation of Erick Aybar (foot), as both Castro and Chase d'Arnaud had been splitting time at shortstop with the regular starter on the shelf. According to David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, d'Arnaud will get the starting nod at second base Sunday. With an infield near full strength, the 23-year-old Castro will head back to the minors where he can continue to see consistent at-bats.

Correa (ankle) is out of the lineup for the third straight game Sunday against the Rays.

Correa tested his ankle Saturday and reported "it didn't feel great, but it felt good." His ankle clearly hasn't improved enough to feel comfortable playing however, as he remains out Sunday. Marwin Gonzalez will start at shortstop and bat second in his stead.

Bogaerts went 4-for-5 with a double, two-run homer, three RBI and four runs in Saturday's 15-4 blowout victory over the Twins.

We're running out of superlatives for the 23-year-old phenom, who's now slashing an MVP-caliber .358/.405/.529 over 257 at-bats this season. It was the second straight four-hit effort for Bogaerts, who's now tallied five multi-hit outings over nine June contests, and who's hitting .800 (8-for-10) with a double, two homers and seven RBI over the first two games of the series versus the Twins. As one of the linchpins of perhaps the most prolific offense in the majors-- and a proven track record of his own-- there's little reason to doubt Bogaerts' ability to keep up his oustanding pace as the season unfolds.

Lindor is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Angels.

It looks like the 22-year-old is getting a well-deserved day off after starting all but one of the Tribe's first 60 games of the season. Lindor, who is just 2-for-18 in his last five games, will be replaced at shortstop by Jose Ramirez.

Owings was placed on the 15-day disabled list Saturday due to plantar fasciitis in his left foot.

The injury kept him out of each of the last four games, and it will cost Owings extended time as well. Michael Bourn will likely take over the primary role in center field, while the team recalled right-handed pitcher Zack Godley to replace him on the 25-man roster and to start Saturday.

Correa tested his ankle Saturday and indicated that "it didn't feel great, but it felt good. Hopefully, I will be back there soon," the Houston Chronicle reports. The Astros haven't ruled out their prized shortstop rejoining the lineup as soon as Sunday, and he may be available to pinch hit Saturday.

Correa additionally hit in an indoor batting cage and fielded some grounders before Saturday's contest, suggesting he's making some significant progress in his recovery. While it's no guarantee he will play Sunday, it's best to consider him day-to-day at the moment.

Baez isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Braves.

Baez can now add first base to his resume after slotting in there for Anthony Rizzo on Friday, but will take his turn of rest Saturday. Kris Bryant will make his third consecutive start at third base, while Chris Coghlan enters the lineup in left field, batting sixth.