Rendon's MRI results unveiled an oblique strain and he'll be shut down for an unspecified amount of time to rest, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.

Analysis:

The severity of Rendon's strain in unknown and he consequentially is without a firm timetable for a return to baseball activities. Rendon was working his way back from a knee injury, and now his oblique strain is the main culprit for his continued absence. Yunel Escobar will continue to be the expected starter at third base moving forward.