Donaldson (calf) remains on the bench for Friday's game against the Royals.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson could have been most of the way through a trip to the injured list by now, as his last appearance came last Friday against Cleveland. The fact that he was never placed on that list suggests his return could be imminent, though the Twins have given no indication of when exactly that will happen. Ehire Adrianza will start at the hot corner Friday.

Donaldson (calf) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Pirates, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson hasn't appeared in a game for the Twins since Friday, when he exited the contest with right calf tightness. While the Twins have thus far downplayed Donaldson's calf issue, the fact that he hasn't been deployed even as a pinch hitter suggests a move to the injured list remains a distinct possibility. Marwin Gonzalez will cover third base again Thursday while Donaldson sits on the bench.

Donaldson (calf) will sit for the fifth straight game Wednesday against the PIrates.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson has been on the shelf with right calf tightness since leaving Friday's game against Cleveland due to the injury. The issue is apparently not too serious, but the veteran has had calf issues in the past, and the Twins can afford to be quite cautious due to the expanded playoffs and their 9-2 start. Ehire Adrianza will be the third baseman in this one, with Marwin Gonzalez shifting over to first base.

Donaldson (calf) remains sidelined Tuesday against the Pirates.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson is set to miss his fourth straight game after leaving Friday's game against Cleveland due to a tight calf. Marwin Gonzalez remains the third baseman in his absence. Donaldson is expected to travel with the Twins on their upcoming road trip, which begins Wednesday, though it remains unclear exactly when he'll return to the lineup.

Donaldson (calf) is expected to travel with the Twins on their upcoming road trip, which begins Wednesday, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson has sat for three straight games after leaving Friday's game against Cleveland with calf tightness. It doesn't sound as though he'll miss too much more time, but the Twins can afford to be cautious with the veteran given the expanded playoffs this season. Marwin Gonzalez will start at the hot corner Monday and appears set to remain there for Tuesday's contest.

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

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson hasn't played since leaving Friday's game against Cleveland with a tight right calf.The issue is reportedly not serious, but the Twins are understandably being cautious with their prized offseason acquisition, as Donaldson has battled calf issues in the past. Marwin Gonzalez remains the third baseman Monday.

Donaldson (calf) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Indians.

EDGE Analysis

He'll be on the bench for the second straight game after exiting early in Friday's contest after experiencing tightness in his right calf. The Twins haven't suggested that Donaldson's injury is a major concern, but for fantasy managers to have any faith in his availability for the upcoming week, the 34-year-old would ideally make a cameo as a pinch hitter in the series finale Sunday. Marwin Gonzalez is drawing the start at third base and should serve as the primary option at the position if Donaldson ends up missing any further time beyond this weekend.

Donaldson (calf) will not start Saturday's game against Cleveland.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson exited Friday's contest with a tight right calf, and while the issue isn't believed to be serious, it's no surprise to see him sit for at least one game. Marwin Gonzalez will get the start at the hot corner.

Donaldson (calf) isn't believed to have a serious injury after he left Friday's win against Cleveland, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Although Donaldson was forced out of Friday's game with right calf tightness, manager Rocco Baldelli said after the game that the training staff doesn't think that it will be a long-term issue. The 34-year-old has battled calf issues in the past, so the team should continue to monitor the injury, but it doesn't sound as though Donaldson will miss much time as a result.

Donaldson left Friday's game against Cleveland with right calf tightness, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Donaldson was pinch hit for early in Friday's game, but the team revealed that he was removed due to a calf issue. The exact severity of the injury is unclear, but the third baseman is considered day-to-day. Donaldson has gone 4-for-22 with one home run and four runs to begin the season.