Jung Ho Kang

Pirates' Jung Ho Kang resting on Tuesday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang is out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the Houston Astros.

What It Means:

Kang will receive a breather tonight with Kevin Newman shifting to shortstop and Adam Frazier starting at second base.

In 117 at-bats this season, Kang is hitting .145 with 5 home runs and 14 RBI.