Jake Bauers plays daily; CJ Abrams awaits second base debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
As the 2026 MLB season approaches its end, lineup adjustments are being made. Jake Bauers continues to play every day, while teams assess their rosters ahead of potential playoff runs. For the Arizona Diamondbacks, Tim Tawa has been prominent in the lineup, and the Chicago Cubs see Nico Hoerner gaining starts at shortstop. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Orioles welcome back Samuel Basallo and Jackson Holliday continues to hit high in the order. Teams out of contention are expected to manage playing time differently as injuries arise, impacting fantasy rosters significantly.
- •Jake Bauers is playing every day for his team this month.
- •CJ Abrams is waiting for his debut at second base.
- •Tim Tawa has played most games for the Diamondbacks since the All-Star break.
- •Nico Hoerner has taken over shortstop duties for the Cubs.
- •Injury management will affect teams out of playoff contention.
- 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — MLB Lineup Report: Jake Bauers playing every day, waiting on CJ Abrams' debut at second base
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