Ian Desmond

Colorado's Ian Desmond receives a breather on Sunday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond will not start in Sunday's game against the San Diego Padres.

What It Means:

Desmond will sit today with David Dahl shifting to center field and Raimel Tapia starting in left.

In 117 at-bats this season, Desmond is hitting .214 with 4 home runs and 18 RBI.