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  • David Hamilton not in Red Sox’ lineup on Friday
    David Hamilton is not in the Red Sox’ starting lineup for Friday night’s soiree against the Reds in Cincinnati.

    Advice: The 26-year-old speedster has been battling discomfort in his left side, so it’s possible that they’re just easing him back into action. Or if could be that the Red Sox are facing a left-handed starter in Andrew Abbott. Either way, it wouldn’t be surprising at all to see him pinch-run and still swipe a bag or two on Friday night before all is said and done. Romy Gonzalez will start in his place at shortstop and bat second for the Red Sox on Friday evening. Rotoworld 53 minutes ago
     
  • Gleyber Torres (groin) held out of lineup Friday
    Gleyber Torres (groin) was held out of the Yankees’ starting lineup for Friday’s tilt against the Braves.

    Advice: The 27-year-old infielder made an early exit on Thursday due to tightness in his groin. While it’s considered a minor issue and isn’t likely to land him on the injured list, he’s going to need at least a couple of days before he’s ready to return to action. Oswaldo Cabrera will cover second base in his absence on Friday night and will bat ninth against Chris Sale and the Braves. Rotoworld Today, 1:08 pm
    Gleyber TorresNYY - 2B
    4:05 pm vs ATL
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  • Back from illness
    Jones (illness) will start in left field and bat sixth in Friday's game against the Nationals.

    Advice: Jones missed two contests because he was under the weather, but he'll give it a go Friday. The 26-year-old is 5-for-14 with a 2:8 K:BB over six games since returning from the injured list. Rotowire.com Today, 12:43 pm
    Nolan JonesCOL - 1B,OF
    5:40 pm vs WSH
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  • Idle Friday
    Torres (groin) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against Atlanta.

    Advice: Torres exited Thursday's game with right groin soreness and will get the night off Friday to recover. Oswaldo Cabrera will bat ninth and play second base. Rotowire.com Today, 12:38 pm
    Gleyber TorresNYY - 2B
    4:05 pm vs ATL
    New Player Note
    DTD
     
  • On bench against left-hander
    Hamilton is not in the lineup for Friday's game in Cincinnati.

    Advice: The left-handed hitting Hamilton has been an everyday guy lately for the Red Sox, but he'll begin this one on the bench as the Reds send southpaw Andrew Abbott to the bump. Hamilton has also dealt with a side issue this week, so the team could be exercising caution here. Romy Gonzalez will handle shortstop Friday. Rotowire.com Today, 12:33 pm
     
  • Sitting Friday
    Stephenson is out of the lineup Friday against Boston.

    Advice: Stephenson will give way to Luke Maile behind the dish Friday for the fourth time in five games. Stephenson owns a .723 OPS across 213 plate appearances this season. Rotowire.com Today, 12:30 pm
     
  • Back in Cincinnati lineup
    Friedl will start in center field and bat leadoff in Friday's game versus the Red Sox.

    Advice: Friedl missed two games after his hamstring tightened up on him Monday, but he's ready to go now following the Reds' team off day Thursday. Although he's slashed just .214/.320/.381 so far in an injury-shortened season, Friedl does have four home runs and six stolen bases over 97 plate appearances. Rotowire.com Today, 12:09 pm
    TJ FriedlCIN - OF
    4:10 pm vs BOS
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  • Torres (groin) not dealing with major injury
    Yankees manager Aaron Boone doesn’t expect Gleyber Torres’ groin injury to be anything major, according to the New York Daily News.

    Advice: Torres left Thursday’s game against the Orioles with the injury, but the good news is the Yankees skipper isn’t anticipating a major injury. Expect Torres to stay off the injured list and return to the Yankees’ lineup over the weekend. Rotoworld Today, 5:43 am
    Gleyber TorresNYY - 2B
    4:05 pm vs ATL
    New Player Note
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  • Wilyer Abreu (ankle) set to return on Friday
    Wilyer Abreu (ankle) is likely to return for Friday’s series opener against the Reds.

    Advice: Abreu hammered a pair of solo homers on Wednesday in a minor league rehab game for Triple-A Worcester and is expected to rejoin the club for the start of a series out in Cincinnati. The 24-year-old has been on the shelf since early June when he suffered a right ankle sprain when he slipped on the dugout steps. His return will provide a lift for the Red Sox, who are riding a five-game winning streak. Rotoworld Yesterday, 5:37 pm
    Wilyer AbreuBOS - OF
    4:10 pm @CIN
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