Michael Perez in lineup on Friday for Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Michael Perez is starting Friday in the team's game against the Cincinnati Reds.

What It Means:

Perez is getting the nod behind the plate while batting sixth in the order against Reds starter Luis Castillo.

In 223 plate appearances this season, Perez has a .138 batting average with a .501 OPS, 7 home runs, 18 runs and 21 RBI.