Billy Hamilton out of the Royals' Tuesday lineup

Kansas City Royals outfielder Billy Hamilton will not start in Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Indians.

What It Means:

Hamilton will head to the bench tonight with Jorge Soler starting in right field, Whit Merrifield shifting to center, Cheslor Cuthbert handling designated hitting duties, and Lucas Duda at first base.

In 215 at-bats this season, Hamilton is hitting .223 with 8 RBI and 16 stolen bases.