Kansas City's Kyle Isbel receives Friday off
Kansas City Royals outfielder Kyle Isbel is not starting in Friday's lineup against the San Diego Padres.
What It Means:
Isbel will watch from the bench after MJ Melendez was shifted to left field, Salvador Perez was positioned at catcher, and Brent Rooker was picked as Friday's designated hitter.
Per Baseball Savant on 141 batted balls this season, Isbel has recorded a 5.7% barrel rate and a .260 expected weighted on-base average.
Source:
Baseball Press
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