Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Josh VanMeter is sitting Friday in the team's game against the San Francisco Giants.
VanMeter is being replaced at first base by Michael Chavis versus Giants starter Carlos Rodon.
In 177 plate appearances this season, VanMeter has a .185 batting average with a .559 OPS, 3 home runs, 15 runs, 12 RBI and 4 stolen bases.
Source: Baseball Press