The Pirates are hoping for a return by Evans (hamstring) before the end of May.

EDGE Analysis

While there's no specific date for a return, the team remains hopeful that Evans will not need to go on a rehab assignment before joining the team. The 28-year-old slashed just .132/.270/.151 in 63 plate appearances prior to getting hurt, so perhaps the time off will help to clear his mind.

Evans was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain Thursday, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Evans left Wednesday's game against the Reds due to his hamstring injury and will miss additional time. Will Craig's contract was selected by the Pirates as part of a corresponding move. Craig could see playing time at first base while Kevin Newman could also see additional at-bats.

Evans exited Wednesday's game against the Reds due to left hamstring discomfort, Jake Crouse of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Evans pulled up while running to second base in the bottom of the fifth inning Wednesday, and he was immediately removed from the game. Prior to his departure, the 28-year-old went 1-for-3 with a strikeout. Whether he's able to return for Thursday's game against the Giants remains to be seen.

Evans left Wednesday's game against the Reds in the bottom of the fifth inning with an apparent injury, Jake Crouse of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Evans hit a single in the bottom of the fifth inning Wednesday, but he appeared to pull up later in the inning while running to second base. As a result, Adam Frazier took his place as a pinch runner. The exact nature and severity of Evans' injury aren't yet clear.

Evans went 0-for-2 in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the Padres.

EDGE Analysis

He's in a 4-for-37 slump since April 22 with no extra-base hits. The 28-year-old's playing time will likely be further cut into when Ke'Bryan Hayes returns, something that could happen in the next week. Evans has totaled more plate appearances (109) in 2021 than his prior three seasons (106) combined, as his role continues to develop. Fantasy managers might consider keeping Evans on the bench until he regains his stroke.

Evans isn't starting Wednesday against the Padres.

EDGE Analysis

Evans will get a breather after he went 2-for-7 with a walk and a strikeout in the last two games. Ka'ai Tom will start in left field while Hunter Owen makes his major-league debut in right.

Evans is not in the lineup Sunday versus the Cardinals, Jake Crouse of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Evans will sit for the second time in the past three games while mired in a 2-for-28 slump. Ka'ai Tom receives the start in left field Sunday for the Pirates.

Evans is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Cardinals, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Evans hits the bench after starting 11 straight contests. He started the season hot, posting a 1.207 OPS in his first nine games, but he's since recorded a .442 OPS over his last 13 contests. Ka'ai Tom will start in left field Friday.

Evans went 0-for-3 with a walk in Saturday's 6-2 victory against Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

He's 4-for-37 with a 4:13 BB:K since April 13. The team has penciled him in as an everyday super-utility player, but his bat has cooled since a red-hot start. Unless his slump continues, Evans figures to see steady action, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Ke'Bryan Hayes (wrist).

Evans went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's loss to the Tigers.

EDGE Analysis

Evans was responsible for one of two Pirates runs in the contest, slugging a 419-foot solo shot in the sixth inning. The long ball was his fourth of the campaign and first since April 10. He is still hitting a healthy .293 on the season but has gone only 2-for-22 over his past six games.