Mikie Mahtook

Mikie Mahtook not starting for Tigers in Sunday's matinee

Detroit Tigers outfielder Mikie Mahtook is not starting in Sunday's series finale versus right-hander Brad Keller and the Kansas City Royals.

What It Means:

Niko Goodrum is taking Mahtook's place in center field. He's hitless through 19 at-bats this season with 9 strikeouts and 2 walks drawn. Miguel Cabrera is playing designated hitter on Sunday while Gordon Beckham covers first base and bats eighth.

numberFire's models expect Mahtook to hit .257 with 11 home runs, 41 RBI, 44 runs scored, and 6 steals over the rest of the season.