2 Khris Davis LF

Davis hit his 40th home run of the season Saturday, a solo blast, during a 1-for-3 effort against the Rangers.

He pelted a laser to right-center field off Texas' Miguel Gonzalez to provide the only run in this surprising pitcher's duel. Davis' .241 batting average continues to hold him back for fantasy value, but even in a season packed with power, his stability in that category likely has helped many a fantasy title contender.

Davis (personal) is is in the lineup Monday against the Tigers.

Davis missed the last four games to be with his family for the birth of his child, but will return to action Monday night. Oakland's slugger will look to finish the season strong and build on his current mark of 102 RBI, which ties his previous career high.

Davis is out of the lineup Sunday against the Phillies.

The Athletics announced Thursday that Davis would miss a few games to await the birth of his child, and it appears that he is still away from the team. However, it was said that he wouldn't miss time beyond Sunday, so he should be back in action Monday against the Tigers. Matt Joyce will start in left field for Sunday's game.

Davis will miss a few games while awaiting the birth of his first child, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.

Davis could be away from the team until Sunday, at the latest, while he spends the next couple days with his family. In his place, Renato Nunez is getting a start for Thursday's game.

Davis is not in the lineup Thursday against Boston.

Davis receives a day off following 20 starts in the past 21 contests while Renato Nunez draws the assignment in left. Since the beginning of the month, Davis is 14-for-42 (.333 average) from the plate, with three home runs and 11 RBI.