Max Kepler (shoulder) out for Minnesota on Tuesday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (shoulder) is not starting in Tuesday's series opener against right-hander Anibal Sanchez and the Washington Nationals.

What It Means:

Kepler is considered day-to-day after leaving Sunday's game early with renewed discomfort in his left shoulder. Eddie Rosario is moving to right field in place of Kepler on Tuesday. Luis Arraez is in the leadoff spot.

Kepler is hitting .252/.337/.522 with 36 homers, 90 RBI, and 96 runs scored in 587 plate appearances this season.