Mike Ford handling designated hitting duties for Mariners on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Mike Ford is batting eighth in Tuesday's lineup against the Chicago White Sox.

What It Means:

After Julio Rodriguez was scratched with a stomach illness, Ford will operate as Seattle's designated hitter and bat eighth while Cade Marlowe moves to center field.

Per Baseball Savant on 96 batted balls this season, Ford has recorded a 17.7% barrel rate and a .198 expected average.