Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Tue 5/7/19 5:46 PM

Walker isn't in Tuesday's starting lineup against the Cubs, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker will take a seat for the second straight contest with another lefty slated to toe the rubber for the opposition (Jon Lester). Martin Prado draws the start at first base and will hit second.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Mon 5/6/19 5:00 PM

Walker is not starting Monday against lefty Cole Hamels and the Cubs, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker is still yet to start against a lefty this season. Martin Prado gets the call at first base, as he has against each other southpaw the Marlins have faced.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Sat 5/4/19 2:25 PM

Walker (hamstring/knee) will return to the lineup Saturday against the Braves, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Minor hamstring and knee woes kept Walker out of the lineup for six games, though he did appear off the bench in four of those. He'll bat third and play first base in his return.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Fri 5/3/19 3:08 PM

Walker (hamstring, knee) is on the bench again for Friday's game against Atlanta, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker remains sidelined for the sixth straight game as he battles knee and hamstring injuries. He has appeared off the bench in three of those contests, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him return to the lineup soon.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Wed 5/1/19 3:35 PM

Walker (hamstring, knee) is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Indians, Andre Fernandez of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker will remain on the bench for a fifth straight game as he continues to nurse minor hamstring and knee injuries. The veteran was used off the bench Tuesday, suggesting he could be ready to rejoin the starting lineup following Thursday's scheduled off day. Martin Prado is starting at first base in place of Walker on Wednesday.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Tue 4/30/19 5:09 PM

Walker (hamstring) had an MRI on his left knee Tuesday which revealed a bone bruise, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker has been out of the lineup for four straight games with what had been called a hamstring injury. It's unclear if the knee bruise is a new diagnosis or an entirely separate issue. Either way, the injury isn't considered to be too serious, and he'll be available to pinch hit Tuesday.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Tue 4/30/19 3:38 PM

Walker (hamstring) isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Indians, Andre Fernandez of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker is in line to miss his fourth straight contest due to a hamstring injury. He's already been used off the bench twice since suffering the injury, so he should be available to pinch hit Tuesday night if needed. Garrett Coopers draws the start at first base and will hit sixth with Walker out of the mix.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Sun 4/28/19 11:08 AM

Walker (hamstring) remains out as expected Sunday against the Phillies, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker sits for the third straight contest, though he's appeared off the bench in two straight games. Martin Prado gets the start at first base.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Sat 4/27/19 5:14 PM

Walker's absence from the lineup for Saturday's game against the Phillies is due to a hamstring issue, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
The injury explains why Walker is sitting for the second straight game against right-handed pitching. He's expected to sit again Sunday but could return after Monday's off day. The injury doesn't appear to be particularly serious, as he's available to pinch hit, as he did in Friday's game.

Neil Walker
2B/DH FA
Sat 4/27/19 3:23 PM

Walker sits for the second straight game Saturday against the Phillies, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker sat against a righty for the first time this season Friday and will do so again with Jake Arrieta on the mound Saturday. It's odd timing for a loss of at-bats, as he's gone 7-for-14 with three doubles in his last five games. It's possible he's carrying an unreported minor injury, though he did appear off the bench Friday. Miguel Rojas starts at first base in his absence.