Kendrick went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 10-2 win over the Red Sox.

EDGE Analysis

Getting the start at first base with lefty Martin Perez on the mound for Boston, the veteran hitter went back-to-back with Juan Soto in the third inning. Kendrick has had trouble staying healthy in 2020, but when he's been in the lineup in August he's been locked in at the plate, slashing .373/.393/.529 with both his homers on the year, nine runs and 10 RBI in 14 games this month.

Kendrick is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

While Kendrick sometimes sits against righties, he had started the last two games against same-handed pitchers, but he will take a seat against Jake Arrieta in this one. Eric Thames will start at designated hitter while Asdrubal Cabrera gets the start at first base.

Kendrick is out of the lineup for Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against Miami.

EDGE Analysis

The 37-year-old missed the past week with a hamstring issue before returning to action for the matinee, so it's not much of a surprise he won't be playing both games. Kendrick went 0-for-1 with one run, one RBI and one walk during the contest. Eric Thames will start at first base while Asdrubal Cabrera serves as the designated hitter in the nightcap.

Kendrick (hamstring) is starting the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Marlins.

EDGE Analysis

Kendrick missed fairly significant time with a hamstring issue, but he avoided the injured list and will return to action as the designated hitter for the team's first seven-inning contest Saturday. The 37-year-old is hitting .300 with six RBI this season.

Kendrick (hamstring) is not in the lineup Friday against the Marlins.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran infielder hasn't seen game action since Aug. 14, and he won't return to the starting nine for Friday's series opener. A trip to the injured list seems likely if Kendrick misses much more time, but for now he'll remain day-to-day. Eric Thames will serve as the designated hitter while Asdrubal Cabrera starts at first base.

Kendrick (hamstring) could rejoin the lineup Friday against the Marlins, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thanks to Wednesday's postponement due to rain and Thursday's scheduled off day, Kendrick will have plenty of time to heal up by Friday. Manager Dave Martinez believes the veteran could have pinch hit if needed Tuesday, a strong sign that he's nearing a return to action. Kendrick is slashing .300/.333/.380 through 14 games with a homer and six RBI.

Kendrick (hamstring) is not starting Wednesday against the Braves.

EDGE Analysis

A balky hamstring will keep Kendrick sidelined for a fourth consecutive game, though there's hope that he will be able to return following Thursday's off day. Eric Thames is serving as the DH in this one, with Asdrubal Cabrera at first base and Carter Kieboom at third.

Kendrick (hamstring) isn't starting Tuesday against Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Kendrick has been sidelined for three consecutive games with a hamstring issue, and he'll remain in a bench role Tuesday. He was available as a pinch hitter Monday even though he didn't ultimately appear in the contest, and he could be available once again Tuesday. Kurt Suzuki will take over as the designated hitter with Yan Gomes starting at catcher.

Kendrick (hamstring) is feeling better and is available as a pinch hitter Monday against Atlanta, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Kendrick remains out of the lineup for a third consecutive game with hamstring tightness, manager Dave Martinez provided an encouraging update before Monday's game and said that he could be available if needed. Whether he's used remains to be seen, but the second baseman could return to action in the near future.

Kendrick (hamstring) remains on the bench for the third straight game Monday against Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Kendrick has hit the ball well enough when available this season, though his .300 batting average has been rather empty as it comes with a modest .333 on-base percentage and a .380 slugging percentage. Even spending the majority of his time as a designated hitter hasn't been enough to keep the oft-injured veteran fully healthy, though there's been no indication that his hamstring tightness is particularly serious. Asdrubal Cabrera will be the designated hitter in his absence.