Nationals' Keibert Ruiz (head) catching Monday
Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (head) is in the starting lineup for Monday's series opener against right-hander Sandy Alcantara and the Miami Marlins.
What It Means:
Ruiz did not play on Sunday after he was hit in the helmet by a pitch during Saturday's contest. Alex Avila is taking a seat while Ruiz catches Paolo Espino and hits seventh.
numberFire’s models project Ruiz for 4.6 FanDuel points and he has a $2,100 salary on Monday’s slate. Alcantara is registering a 24.3 strikeout percentage and a 6.5 walk percentage this season, with a 3.54 xERA and a .288 xwOBA.
Source:
Baseball Press
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