Bell went 2-for-3 with a homer, two walks and four RBI Friday against the Cardinals.

EDGE Analysis

Bell's 17th of blast of the year was of the walk-off variety, lifting the Pirates to a dramatic 5-2 victory. Despite having a weak batting average, he's provided fantasy managers with a solid .484 slugging percentage, making him a good option as a corner infielder.

Bell went 2-for-5 with a double, a homer, two runs and three RBI Thursday in Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Bell's error on a third-inning pickoff attempt allowed a runner to score all the way from first, but he atoned for that mistake with a two-run homer in the very next frame. The first baseman struck again in the decisive three-run eighth, driving in the go-ahead run with a double before coming around to score himself. Bell's now slashing .229/.314/.465 with 42 runs scored and 42 RBI in 85 games.

Bell is out of the lineup Tuesday against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Bell hasn't had a day off since June 20, so was likely overdue for a maintenance day. He's also hitless in his last two games, so the day of rest will give him an opportunity to hit the reset button. John Jaso will man first base in his stead, giving the Pirates an extra lefty bat in the lineup.

Bell went 1-for-4 with his 14th homer -- and second in three games -- Friday against St. Louis.

EDGE Analysis

The switch-hitter continues to show defining splits which could help decide whether to start him or sit him. Against right-handed pitching, Bell is slashing .257/.340/.497 with 10 homers and 25 RBI in 187 at-bats. Southpaws are limiting the rookie to .169/.246/.390 with four homers and eight RBI in 59 at-bats.

Bell went 2-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Brewers.

EDGE Analysis

The 24-year-old is now chasing history, as his 13 homers leave him just two shy of Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner's franchise rookie record for home runs in the first half. Bell's .235 batting average is a disappointment considering he routinely challenged or broke the .300 mark in the minors. but as his game continues to develop the switch hitter could emerge as a legitimate four-category fantasy producer.

Bell is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Brewers.

EDGE Analysis

Bell is hitless over his last two contests (0-for-8), so he'll head to the bench for a breather after starting six straight games. Jose Osuna will start at first base in his place.

Bell went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double, three RBI and two runs during Friday's loss to the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

It's been an up-and-down sophomore campaign for Bell. He's made the most of his .238 batting average and .319 on-base percentage with a serviceable 12 homers, 30 RBI and 33 runs. Bell has also carved out a role in the heart of the Pittsburgh lineup, so that will help buoy his fantasy value going forward.

Bell went 0-for-3 with a walk Wednesday against the Rockies.

EDGE Analysis

He's hit 11 homers with 27 RBI but has struggled in recent weeks. Since May 20, Bell is batting .200/.277/.322 with two home runs and eight RBI in 101 plate appearances. His error at first base Wednesday led to a run, but the Pirates seem committed to keeping there -- he's made some improvements despite his overall poor defense. In fact, Bell has been lifted for a defensive replacement in only one of his last 10 starts.

Bell is not in the lineup Monday against the Rockies.

EDGE Analysis

Despite riding a four-game hitting streak, Bell will take a seat as the Rockies send southpaw Kyle Freeland to the mound. Jose Osuna will draw the start at first base in his stead.

Bell is not in the lineup Thursday against the Marlins.

EDGE Analysis

Bell has more strikeouts (eight) than hits (four) in the month of June, so he'll head to the bench for a night off. John Jaso will take over to replace him at first base.