Mitch Moreland

Mitch Moreland not in Boston's Sunday lineup

Boston Red Sox infielder Mitch Moreland is sitting on Sunday in the team's game against the Houston Astros.

What It Means:

Moreland is being replaced at first base by Steve Pearce against Astros starter Justin Verlander.

In 172 plate appearances this season, Moreland has 13 home runs, 34 RBI, a .228 batting average and an .870 OPS.