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Moving back into utility role Diaz is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees.

Impact Diaz, who started the last two games after missing four straight contests due to right shoulder soreness, is expected to move back into a utility role on a full-time basis moving forward after the Astros reinstated top shortstop Jeremy Pena (thumb) from the 10-day injured list Sunday. While Pena was sidelined for approximately two weeks, Diaz went 4-for-22 with a double, a walk, two runs and zero RBI while serving as Houston's primary shortstop.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies second double Diaz went 1-for-4 with a double and a strikeout Saturday against the Yankees.

Impact Diaz returned from a shoulder injury Friday and has started each of Houston's games at shortstop since. He recorded a double in the ninth inning Saturday but was later thrown out at home trying to score on a single by Yuli Gurriel. Diaz's time as Houston's primary shortstop is likely to be short-lived, as Jeremy Pena (thumb) is expected to return Sunday.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Diaz (shoulder) will bat seventh and play shortstop Friday against the Yankees.

Impact Diaz missed the last four games with left shoulder soreness. He returns to a temporary starting role but will likely head back to the bench soon, as Jeremy Pena (thumb) appears close to a return from the injured list.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still not starting Diaz (shoulder) isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Yankees, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Diaz has been dealing with a sore left shoulder and will be out of the lineup for a fourth consecutive game. He was available off the bench Wednesday but was ultimately held off the field. It wouldn't be surprising to see him available off the bench once again Thursday, but Mauricio Dubon will remain at shortstop and bat seventh.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Yankees host the Astros, try to continue home win streak

The New York Yankees host the Houston Astros looking to extend a 14-game home winning streak

JUNE 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out of lineup Diaz (shoulder) isn't starting Wednesday against the Mets.

Impact Diaz will be out of the lineup for a third consecutive game as he continues to deal with left shoulder soreness. However, he hit in the cage Wednesday and will be available off the bench if needed, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports. Mauricio Dubon will start at shortstop and bat ninth.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Astros play the Mets leading series 1-0

The Houston Astros lead 1-0 in a two-game series with the New York Mets

JUNE 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not starting Tuesday Diaz (shoulder) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets.

Impact Even with the benefit of Monday's team off day, Diaz is apparently still dealing with too much discomfort in his left shoulder to rejoin the lineup. Mauricio Dubon will pick up another start at shortstop in place of Diaz, who had been serving as the primary option at the position while Jeremy Pena (thumb) is on the injured list.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Astros open 2-game series at home against the Mets

The Houston Astros begin a two-game series at home against the New York Mets on Tuesday

JUNE 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Held out of Sunday's lineup Diaz (shoulder) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Diaz was removed from Saturday's game with left shoulder discomfort and will be sidelined for at least one contest. Mauricio Dubon will take over at shortstop for the Astros for the series finale versus Chicago. According to Rome, Diaz said he needs to meet with a doctor before a determination is made on whether he'll require an MRI, so the 31-year-old doesn't seem likely to be available off the bench Sunday.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Astros and White Sox play to decide series winner

The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox play on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game series

JUNE 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leaves with shoulder injury Diaz exited Saturday's game against the White Sox with left shoulder discomfort, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact Diaz went 0-for-2 with a strikeout before being replaced at shortstop by Mauricio Dubon. With Jeremy Pena (thumb) also out, Dubon could see an expanded role at shortstop if Diaz is forced to miss time, though Diaz is merely considered day-to-day for now.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches base twice Diaz went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored Wednesday against the Rangers.

Impact Diaz is expected to take over the primary shortstop role with Jeremy Pena (thumb) sidelined. Diaz hit seventh Wednesday and managed the majority of his production in the first inning by drawing a walk and coming around to score. He's hitting just .217/.268/.304 for the season across 123 plate appearances, though this will be his first chance for consistent playing time since early May.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

Takes over at SS for injured Pena Diaz will start at shortstop and bat seventh in Wednesday's game against the Rangers, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact He'll pick up his second start in a row and looks primed to serve as the Astros' everyday shortstop after star rookie Jeremy Pena (thumb) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday. Over 119 plate appearances on the season, Diaz has hit .214 with three home runs and no stolen bases, so his fantasy upside isn't especially high even while he remains part of a potent Houston lineup.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Knocks homer in win Diaz went 3-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in Friday's 10-3 win over the Royals.

Impact Diaz was just 1-for-13 in his previous five games, but he broke that skid in a big way Friday. The utility man hit a two-run home run in the second inning to open the scoring and added an RBI single in the fourth. This was his seventh multi-hit game in 33 contests this season. With a .233/.282/.330 slash line in 110 plate appearances, Diaz shouldn't be expected to see much more than a reserve role when the Astros' lineup is healthy.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sits in favor of Dubon Diaz is out of the lineup for Monday's game in Boston, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Jeremy Pena (knee) remains on the bench for the fourth game in a row, but Diaz will take a seat in favor of the newly-acquired Mauricio Dubon after starting at shortstop in each of the Astros' three contests over the weekend. Diaz, who recently overcame a nagging undisclosed injury of his own, went 4-for13 with a run and an RBI during the Astros' series victory in Washington.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Diaz (undisclosed) is starting Friday against the Nationals.

Impact The 31-year-old sat out recently due to a nagging unspecified injury, but he entered Thursday's matchup against the Twins after Jeremy Pena (knee) was removed from the game. Diaz went 0-for-2 with a strikeout against Minnesota, but he'll start at shortstop and bat seventh in his return to the lineup Friday.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Still hampered by injury Manager Dusty Baker said Thursday that Diaz continues to tend to a nagging unspecified injury, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact The injury first surfaced Sunday, when Diaz went 2-for-3 with a grand slam before departing the Astros' 5-0 win over the Tigers in the eighth inning. He hasn't appeared off the bench since and will remain out of the lineup for Thursday's series finale with the Twins. Baker said he's hopeful Diaz will be able to pick up a start at some point during the Astros' three-game series in Washington this weekend, so whatever is bothering the veteran infielder doesn't appear to be too significant.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Sunday with injury Diaz was removed in the top of the eighth inning of Sunday's 5-0 win over the Tigers with an apparent injury, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports. He went 2-for-3 with...

Impact According to Lerner, Diaz looked to have experienced some discomfort during his final at-bat in the bottom of the sixth, when he grounded out to second base. Per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, manager Dusty Baker said Diaz was dealing with some "nagging stuff," so he should be considered day-to-day for now. Diaz stayed in the contest to play the field for an inning before Jeremy Pena was summoned from the bench to replace him. The injury was a down note on an otherwise productive day for Diaz, whose second home of the season effectively decided the game.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Smaller role awaits Diaz is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mariners.

Impact With Jose Altuve (hamstring) returning from the 10-day injured list Monday and reclaiming his spot as the Astros' everyday second baseman, Diaz's playing time is likely to take a substantial hit. He had been filling in at the position for the past two weeks along with Niko Goodrum, with Diaz starting in eight of the 12 games that Altuve missed. Diaz's versatility gives him some other avenues to at-bats, but with all of the Astros' key position players at full strength, the 31-year-old will only pick up starts when one of the regulars requires a breather.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Bichette homers, Gausman fans 10 as Blue Jays top Astros 3-2

Santiago Espinal drove in the go-ahead run with an RBI single in the seventh inning, Bo Bichette added a two-run home run, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Houston Astros 3-2

MAY 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes seat Saturday Diaz isn't starting Saturday against the Blue Jays, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Diaz will get a breather after he went 0-for-11 with a walk and three strikeouts in the last three games. Niko Goodrum will start at the keystone and bat second Saturday.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Primary replacement for Altuve Diaz will start at second base and bat sixth in Thursday's game against the Rangers.

Impact Diaz will start at the keystone for the fourth time in five games and appears to the preferred option at the position over Niko Goodrum while Jose Altuve (hamstring) is on the injured list. Astros general manager James Click said that Altuve is expected to be activated ahead of Monday's game against the Mariners, so Diaz's time as a near-everyday player should soon come to an end.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sharing keystone with Goodrum Diaz will start at second base and bat seventh in Sunday's game against the Blue Jays.

Impact Diaz and Niko Goodrum have now alternated starts at the keystone for five straight games following Jose Altuve's (hamstring) placement on the 10-day injured list. Though Diaz draws the start Sunday with southpaw Yusei Kikuchi on the mound for Toronto, it's not entirely clear if the Astros plan to deploy a platoon arrangement between the righty-hitting Diaz and the switch-hitting Goodrum while Altuve is on the shelf.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Springer greets Houston fans with leadoff HR, Blue Jays win

George Springer hit a leadoff homer in the first game against his former team, and Santiago Espinal homered for the second straight game to lift the Toronto Blue Jays to a 3-2 win...

APRIL 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS