Conforto is out of the lineup for Thursday's series finale against the Dodgers.

EDGE Analysis

The Dodgers are turning to another lefty on the hill Thursday with Hyun-Jin Ryu starting, so the Mets will give Conforto another night off. Conforto has made marked improvement against southpaws this season, hitting .238 with a .823 OPS after hitting .104 with a .295 off lefties in 2016. That said, Conforto had cooled off considerably of late overall with a .147/.341/.176 slash line over his last 14 games. Look for Conforto to rejoin the lineup Friday in San Francisco.

Conforto will take a seat for Wednesday's contest against the Dodgers.

EDGE Analysis

With southpaw Rich Hill on the mound, Conforto will take the day off in favor of Curtis Granderson in center. A game on the bench may prove to help Conforto, as the outfielder has recorded multiple strikeout games in four of the past five affairs.

Conforto went 2-for-3 with a walk, two RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Nationals.

EDGE Analysis

After a bout with a back injury earlier in the week, Conforto returned to the lineup for the first two games with the Nationals, but it wasn't until Sunday that he made his mark on the series. He reached base on three occasions in a game for the first time since June 6 and even made an impact in the running game, where he typically isn't a factor. Fantasy owners who may have been on the fence about activating Conforto for the coming week following the injury can probably feel good about rolling him out after Sunday's performance.

Conforto (back) is in the lineup for Friday's game against the Nationals.

EDGE Analysis

Conforto missed the last three games with a sore back, but he's apparently made progress in the last 24 hours and will serve as the leadoff hitter, while manning center field. While his return is obviously a positive sign, it's still worth keeping an eye on Conforto's status for the next few days.

Conforto (back) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Nationals.

EDGE Analysis

Conforto will head to the bench for the third straight game as he continues to deal with a stiff back. The 24-year-old was able to pinch hit in Wednesday's series finale against the Cubs, so it seems like he should be ready for a full return in the coming days. Juan Lagares will again make the start in center field for Conforto.

Conforto (back) is feeling much better Wednesday and could contribute off the bench against the Cubs, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is excellent news for the young outfielder, as it bodes well for his chances to avoid a trip to the disabled list. Juan Lagares will man center field in his stead Wednesday, but it seems like Conforto will be back in action in the next few days.

Conforto (back) is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

Conforto's back may still be acting up, but it also is a logical day to give the young outfielder a rest given that left-hander Mike Montgomery is taking the hill for Chicago. Juan Lagares will pick up another start in center field to replace him.

Conforto (back) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.

EDGE Analysis

Conforto will be held out for the second straight game after it was reported he was dealing with a stiff back Monday. The Mets didn't think the initial injury was anything to worry about, so he should still be considered day-to-day for the time being. Juan Lagares is starting for him in center field for the game.

Conforto was scratched from Monday's contest against the Cubs due to back stiffness, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was originally thought that Conforto was simply getting the day off, but it now appears he's getting the day to rest his ailing back. It doesn't appear to be anything overly serious, as the Mets think he'll be able to pinch hit Monday, so consider him day-to-day for the time being.

Conforto is not in the lineup for Monday's series opener against the Cubs, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Despite collecting a pair of hits in Sunday's win over the Braves, Conforto will head to the bench for the third time in five games. Curtis Granderson will take over for him in center field, batting leadoff.