Brian McCann

Brian McCann not in Astros' Game 1 lineup

Houston Astros catcher Brian McCann is sitting on Saturday in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series against the Boston Red Sox.

What It Means:

McCann, who started Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series against the Cleveland Indians, will be replaced behind the plate by Martin Maldonado against Red Sox starter Chris Sale.

In the 11-3 Astros win in Game 3, McCann went 0-3 before being pinch-hit for.