Michael Chavis starting on Tuesday for Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Michael Chavis is in the lineup Tuesday in the team's game against the Colorado Rockies.

What It Means:

Chavis is getting the nod at first base, hitting third in the order versus Rockies starter Kyle Freeland.

In 111 plate appearances this season, Chavis has a .301 batting average with an .829 OPS, 4 home runs, 10 runs and 15 RBI.