David Bote sitting for Chicago on Tuesday night

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote is not in the lineup on Thursday in the team's game against the Kansas City Royals.

What It Means:

Bote is being replaced at third base by Kris Bryant against Royals starter Brady Singer.

In 24 plate appearances this season, Bote has a .250 batting average with a .975 OPS, 2 home runs, 3 runs and 5 RBI.