Jordy Mercer sitting for Pittsburgh against Cubs
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jordy Mercer is out of Monday's starting lineup versus the Chicago Cubs.
What It Means:
Mercer will be replaced at shortstop by Kevin Newman, who will bat eighth versus Cubs left-hander Cole Hamels.
Mercer is averaging 7.4 FanDuel points in 115 games this season, while slashing .250/.315/.381 with 6 home runs, 39 RBI, 43 runs scored, and 2 steals across 430 plate appearances.
Source:
Baseball Press
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