Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ji-Man Choi (ankle) is not starting in Friday's lineup against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Connor Joe will start at first base and bat fourth after Ji-Man Choi was scratched with ankle discomfort.
Per Baseball Savant on 18 batted balls this season, Joe has accounted for a 16.7% barrel rate and a .320 expected average.
Source: Jason Mackey