Luke Williams

It'll take longer than that for the fracture to heal, but it might be something he can play through in the meantime. Merrifield, who has been filling in for Ozzie Albies at second base, is hitting .243/.359/.342 in 34 games since joining the Braves. Luke Williams will step in for now, and the team could consider giving Nacho Alvarez Jr. a recall and a longer look.

Merrifield will get a CT scan to rule out a smaller fracture. Consider him day-to-day for now. Luke Williams could start at second base on Saturday.

Merrifield was hit in the back of the head by a pitch during Tuesday's game against the Rockies. The 35-year-old will sit at least one game while recovering, and Luke Williams is going to get the start at second base while Merrifield recovers.

Merrifield was able to walk off the field on his own, and he hung around after the game to complain about the pitch. He said he'll probably sit out Wednesday's game. Luke Williams could start at second base then.

Urshela was available off the bench last night, though he wasn't used. We assume he'll be available again today, but it's Luke Williams getting the start at third base.