Nelson Velazquez sitting for Cubs Sunday afternoon
Chicago Cubs outfielder Nelson Velazquez is not in the lineup Sunday in the team's game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
What It Means:
Velazquez is being replaced in right field by Rafael Ortega versus Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty.
In 19 plate appearances this season, Velazquez has a .375 batting average with a .911 OPS and 2 runs.
Source:
Baseball Press
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