Christian Villanueva

Christian Villanueva out of Padres' lineup on Thursday

San Diego Padres infielder Christian Villanueva is sitting on Thursday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

What It Means:

Villanueva will be replaced at third base by Carlos Asuaje against Ross Stripling.

Our models project Villanueva for a .239 batting average with 11 home runs and 29 RBI in 206 plate appearances going forward.