4 years agoCincinnati Reds second baseman Mike Moustakas was not back in the starting lineup for the second game of Sunday’s doubleheader versus the Tigers after being hit by a pitch in the left forearm during Game 1 of the twin bill. The Reds delayed releasing their lineup until shortly before first pitch in an attempt to see if Moustakas would be able to suit up, but Christian Colon was instead tabbed to man the keystone. Moustakas has acclimated himself well to his new surroundings in Cincinnati, compiling a 1.109 OPS through his first five games. His next chance to get on the field comes Monday as Cleveland is expected to send right-hander Zach Plesac to the hill, with a difficult week of matchups ahead for Moustakas, even as he’ll have the advantage of returning to hitter-friendly Great American Ball Park.--Jesse Borek
Source: Bobby Nightengale