Machado (hand) played catch and took grounders Wednesday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Machado was able to receive the ball without issue despite the small fracture in his left (glove) hand. He's yet to take batting practice, which is going to be the biggest test, but Machado did take swings off a tee Tuesday. The star third baseman is making swift progress and might even be able to pull off a late-weekend return from the injured list. He's first eligible for activation Friday.

Machado (hand) took swings off a tee Tuesday, Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Padres manager Bob Melvin told reporters after the workout that he's not sure when Machado will be ready to come off the injured list. He's first eligible for activation this Friday, though that would be fairly aggressive timeline given the star third baseman has a small fracture in his left hand. There should be more clarity on the situation after a few more days of treatment and baseball activity.

The Padres placed Machado (hand) on the 10-day injured list Friday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Machado was initially expected to only miss a couple of games when he left Monday's game against Kansas City after getting hit by a pitch on his left hand, but additional X-rays revealed a fracture. The Padres have yet to offer a timeline for Machado's return, but it's possible he's able to come off the IL when first eligible May 27. Brandon Dixon was called up Friday to fill Machado's spot on the active roster.

Machado (hand) isn't starting Friday against the Red Sox, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

X-rays revealed a fracture in Machado's left hand Wednesday, and the Padres have yet to provide a timeline for his return. He's considered day-to-day for now, but a trip to the injured list is still possible. Ha-Seong Kim will slide over to third base Friday, moving Jake Cronenworth to second base and giving Brandon Dixon a start at first base.

Further imaging revealed a fracture in Machado's left hand Wednesday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Machado's initial X-rays came back negative Monday, but now it seems the injury is more severe than previously thought. Padres manager Bob Melvin expressed optimism that Machado might be able to avoid a stint on the injured list, but no decision has been made yet. More information will likely come Friday, at which point a clearer timetable for Machado's return should emerge.

Machado (hand) remains out of the Padres' lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Royals, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Machado exited Monday's game and sat out Tuesday with a bruised left hand. With Thursday being an off day, it makes sense to rest him again and hope he can be ready for the weekend series versus the Red Sox.

Machado (hand) is absent from the lineup Tuesday against the Royals.

EDGE Analysis

X-rays came back negative for any fractures after Machado took a pitch off his left hand in Monday's series opener versus Kansas City, but he'll take a night off for rest and treatment while Ha-Seong Kim fills in at third base. Rougned Odor is covering second base.

X-rays on Machado's hand came back negative Tuesday night, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Machado was sent for further testing after being struck by a pitch on the hand during Monday's game against the Royals. Now that it's been confirmed he doesn't have any broken bones, the team will likely see how the star third baseman feels Tuesday morning to determine his status for Tuesday and beyond.

Machado was removed from Monday's game against the Royals after being struck by a pitch on his hand, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Machado talked his way into staying in the game immediately after being drilled, but he was removed a few innings later and likely sent for further testing. The Padres should have more to share about the injury after he undergoes X-rays.

Machado went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 6-1 victory over the Twins.

EDGE Analysis

Machado gave the Padres some extra insurance by swatting a three-run homer in the top of the ninth that plated Austin Nola and Jake Cronenworth to extend the lead to five runs. The 30-year-old was quiet outside of the three-run knock, striking out twice and hitting a single to right. Through 34 games, Machado is slashing .257/.306/.412 with five home runs and 17 RBI. After a slow start to the campaign, Machado has bounced back nicely, batting .368 with four home runs, 10 RBI and 10 runs scored in his last nine appearances.