Josh Donaldson

Josh Donaldson (calf) remains absent from Wednesday's lineup against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Donaldson still hasn't played since last Friday. Manager Rocco Baldelli said his star third baseman could return on the team's road trip that began today. A weekend return seems likely.

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said prior to Tuesday's game that Josh Donaldson (calf) will likely return to the lineup on the team's upcoming road trip.

Fantasy Impact

Donaldson hasn't played since last Friday due to calf tightness. The road trip Baldelli referenced begins on Wednesday. It doesn't sound as if Donaldson will be placed on the injured list.

Josh Donaldson (calf) is absent from Tuesday's lineup against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Donaldson left last Friday's game with calf tightness and hasn't played since. The Twins are certainly being cautious with their veteran third baseman. He's still considered day-to-day right now.

Josh Donaldson (calf) will sit again Monday against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Donaldson hasn't played since being removed Friday with a tight right calf, and he'll sit again on Monday. The injury is reportedly not serious, so it seems the Twins are just being cautious with Donaldson, who has battled calf injuries in the past.

Josh Donaldson (calf) is absent from Sunday's lineup against the Indians.

Fantasy Impact

Donaldson left Friday's game with calf tightness and is considered day-to-day. Marwin Gonzalez is playing the hot corner in his absence this afternoon.