Ian Kinsler

Ian Kinsler back in Tigers' lineup Friday

Detroit Tigers second baseman Ian Kinsler (head) is back in the lineup Friday against the Kansas City Royals.

What It Means:

Kinsler is back at second base and leading off after missing three games with a concussion. He was hit in the head with a pitch on Sunday but is no longer experiencing post-concussion symptoms.

It has been a good year from the dish for Kinsler, slashing .277/.335/.469 with a .345 wOBA and .192 ISO through 638 plate appearances. He also has 26 home runs on the year -- his best mark since 2011.