Aledmys Diaz in Athletics' lineup Sunday afternoon

Oakland Athletics infielder Aledmys Diaz is starting Sunday in the team's game against the Detroit Tigers.

What It Means:

Diaz is getting the nod at third base, batting fourth in the order versus Tigers starter Eduardo Rodriguez. Carlos Perez and Kevin Smith are also entering the lineup.

In 330 plate appearances this season, Diaz has a .229 batting average with a .622 OPS, 4 home runs, 24 runs, 23 RBI and 1 stolen base.

Source: MLB