Cubs give Franmil Reyes a breather on Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Franmil Reyes is not starting in Thursday's lineup against the Cincinnati Reds.

What It Means:

Reyes will rest on Thursday evening after Nelson Velazquez was named Chicago's designated hitter.

Per Baseball Savant on 167 batted balls this season, Reyes has accounted for a 13.8% barrel rate and a .268 expected weighted on-base average.