Cruz (eye) is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

It's very possible that Cruz won't return this season, but that has not be explicitly stated. Luke Voit will handle the designated hitter duties in the matinee.

Cruz (eye) isn't starting Monday against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

Cruz hasn't played since Sept. 13 due to left eye inflammation, and he'll be sidelined yet again while Luke Voit serves as the designated hitter and bats cleanup. It's not yet clear whether Cruz will return prior to the end of the regular season.

Cruz (eye) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Cruz still has not appeared in a game since Sept. 13, and he will remain out of the starting nine for at least another day. The Nationals have just three games remaining, so although no official announcement has been made, it's certainly possible Cruz's season has already come to a close.

Cruz (eye) will sit for the second half of Saturday's doubleheader against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

An eye issue has prevented Cruz from playing since Sept. 13, but the Nationals continue to leave him on the active roster. Luke Voit will be the designated hitter in his absence.

Cruz (eye) isn't starting the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cruz will be sidelined once again as he continues to deal with left eye inflammation. It's not yet clear when he'll return, but Luke Voit will continue to serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup.

Cruz (eye) isn't in the lineup for the second game of Friday's doubleheader against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Cruz continues to deal with left eye inflammation and will be held out of the lineup for a 14th consecutive game. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but Luke Voit will serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup once again.

Cruz (eye) isn't starting the first game of Friday's doubleheader against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Although Cruz hasn't been placed on the injured list, he'll remain out for a 14th consecutive matchup due to left eye inflammation. Whether he'll be available for Friday's nightcap remains to be seen, but Luke Voit will serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup in the matinee.

Cruz (eye) isn't in the lineup Wednesday against Atlanta, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cruz is on the bench for a 13th consecutive game as he continues to deal with left eye inflammation. Luke Voit will serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup once again.

Cruz (eye) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Tuesday's game will be the 12th straight in which Cruz has opened on the bench. Luke Voit will again serve as the designated hitter for the Nationals.

Cruz (eye) is on the bench Monday versus Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Luke Voit is the designated hitter while Cruz continues to recover from inflammation near his left eye. It's worth wondering why Cruz, missing his 11th straight game, hasn't gone on the injured list. He should still be considered day-to-day leading into Tuesday's contest.