Mitch Moreland

Mitch Moreland in Boston's Friday lineup

Boston Red Sox infielder Mitch Moreland is starting on Friday in the team's game against the Tampa Bay Rays.

What It Means:

Moreland is getting the nod at first base while batting fifth in the order against Rays starter Yonny Chirinos.

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