3 years agoBoston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo is not in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup against the Washington Nationals, according to MLB.com. Verdugo has been productive in 144 games, slashing .288/.351/.426 with 13 HRs, 88 runs, and six stolen bases. He's struggled mightily against left-handers this season, posting a .554 OPS, so he'll take a seat with left-hander Josh Rogers on the mound for the Nats. There's no designated hitter, which means J.D. Martinez will take Verdugo's spot in the outfield and bat fifth.--Spencer Seguin - RotoBaller
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