Aledmys Diaz kept on Houston's bench on Friday

Houston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz is not starting in Friday's game against the Texas Rangers.

What It Means:

Diaz will sit at home after the Astros picked Yuli Gurriel as today's starting first baseman.

Per Baseball Savant on 68 batted balls this season, Diaz has produced a 2.9% barrel rate and a .269 expected average.