Nationals' Bryce Harper getting a day off on Sunday

Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper is absent from the starting lineup on Sunday against the Minnesota Twins.

What It Means:

Harper has been crushing the ball so far this season, but he is still in need of a day off from time to time. Matt den Dekker will get the start and play right field in place of Harper on Sunday.

Harper is on fire to start the season, with a wOBA of .481, eight home runs and 22 RBIs through only 61 at bats.