Alex Avila

Alex Avila catching for Twins versus White Sox

Minnesota Twins catcher Alex Avila is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against right-hander Lucas Giolito and the Chicago White Sox.

What It Means:

Avila will replace Ryan Jeffers at catcher and hit ninth. The Twins' 3-6 hitters will be Nelson Cruz, Eddie Rosario, Miguel Sano, and Byron Buxton.

Avila is averaging 5.3 FanDuel points per game. Per our MLB Heat Map, the Twins have an implied total of 3.91 runs on Wednesday.