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Toro pinch-hits for hurt J-Rod, leads Mariners past Astros

Abraham Toro pinch-hit for injured All-Star Julio Rodriguez and delivered a two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning as the Seattle Mariners rallied past the AL-West leadin...

JULY 31, 2022 • Associated Press

Two homer night Diaz went 3-for-5 with two solo home runs in an 11-1 win over the Mariners on Friday.

Impact Diaz joined in on the Astros hit parade with a couple of solo home runs and a single to help power his team to a victory over their surging division rivals. It was Diaz's first two home run game of 2022. The backup utility player put together a healthy .286/.351/.600 slash line in July and now has eight home runs on the season.

JULY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Thursday Diaz isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Mariners, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Diaz started the last four games and went 3-for-15 with a double, three runs, a walk and a strikeout over that stretch. Chas McCormick is taking over in left field and batting seventh.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Astros start fast, batter Ray for 3-game sweep of Mariners

Jose Altuve and Jeremy Peña hit back-to-back home runs off Robbie Ray to begin the game, and the Houston Astros roughed up the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner in an 8-5 victory o...

JULY 25, 2022 • Associated Press

Moves to bench for nightcap Diaz is out of the lineup for the second game of Thursday's doubleheader with the Yankees, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact Diaz, who went 1-for-4 with a double in the Astros' 3-2 win in Game 1, will see his streak of three straight starts come to an end. Chas McCormick will replace Diaz in left field for the nightcap, and the two will likely have to battle for one spot in the lineup moving forward with the Astros bringing back designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (hand) from the injured list earlier Thursday. Another everyday player, Michael Brantley (shoulder) remains on the IL coming out of the All-Star break, but he's without a clear timeline for a return.

JULY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On base four times in win Diaz went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, two runs scored and two walks in Tuesday's 6-5 win over the Angels.

Impact Diaz hit a two-run home run in the first inning to open the scoring and extend his hitting streak to seven games. In that span, he's gone 11-for-28 (.393) with three of his six homers this season. The versatile 31-year-old is seeing steady playing time in left field, and he's ran with it. He's up to a .241/.295/.382 slash line with 20 RBI, 19 runs scored and a stolen base through 183 plate appearances this year.

JULY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes bag Sunday Diaz went 1-for-3 with a stolen base, a walk and a run scored in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Athletics.

Impact Diaz made his second straight start as the designated hitter. His steal Sunday was his first of the year on his second attempt -- he hasn't posted more than four steals in a major-league season, and he hadn't successful notched a theft since 2019 entering this contest. The 31-year-old has often served as a utility man, but regular playing time at designated hitter and in left field could be open with Yordan Alvarez (hand) and Michael Brantley (shoulder) both sidelined. For the season, Diaz is slashing .234/.281/.359 with five home runs, 18 RBI, 17 runs scored and six doubles, though his versatility could be a plus for fantasy managers.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be main Alvarez replacement Diaz will serve as Houston's designated hitter and No. 6 hitter in Sunday's game in Oakland.

Impact Diaz will make his second straight start out of the DH spot and his sixth in a row overall after going 8-for-22 with two home runs, four doubles, four RBI and four runs over the previous five contests. With the Astros placing Yordan Alvarez (hand) on the 10-day injured list Sunday, Diaz looks like the top candidate to serve as Houston's primary DH in the final week before the All-Star break.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goes yard again Diaz went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Wednesday against the Royals.

Impact Diaz took Brad Keller yard in the sixth inning to record his fifth homer of the season and second in as many games. He's been in the lineup for three of Houston's last four games, primarily at the expense of Chas McCormick. Despite the nice stretch, Diaz is hitting only .227/.275/.347 across 160 plate appearances on the season.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Homers in three-hit effort Diaz went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run and a double in Tuesday's 9-7 win over the Royals.

Impact Diaz's playing time has predictably dropped off since Jeremy Pena (thumb) returned from the injured list. Tuesday saw Diaz hit his first homer and post his first three-hit game since June 3. The utility man is up to a .226/.276/.329 slash line with four homers, 16 RBI, 13 runs scored and three doubles through 156 plate appearances. He should continue to see semi-regular playing time whenever the Astros' main infielders need a breather.

JULY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • 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, 2022 • ROTOWIRE