Nelson Cruz not in Mariners' Wednesday lineup

Seattle Mariners designated hitter/outfielder Nelson Cruz is sitting out on Wednesday against the Atlanta Braves.

What It Means:

It is the final game in SunTrust Park before the Mariners start a weekend series against the Yankees in New York. Cruz will sit out for the second time in three games, but he should return well rested as the DH on Friday.

Our models project Cruz for a .291 batting average, with 8 home runs, 24 RBI, and 21 runs scored over 146 plate appearances remaining this season.