Jason Heyward (hamstring) scratched for Cubs Tuesday; Alfonso Rivas enters
Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward has been removed from the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds.
What It Means:
Heyward is dealing with "right hamstring cramping," so he's been pulled from the lineup. Alfonzo Rivas will take over, getting the nod in left field while batting seventh against Reds starter Wade Miley.
In 344 plate appearances this season, Heyward has a .213 batting average with a .619 OPS, 7 home runs, 34 runs and 27 RBI.
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