Francisco Cervelli

Francisco Cervelli sitting as Pirates take on Phillies

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli is not starting on Thursday versus the Philadelphia Phillies.

What It Means:

Cervelli has been alternating in and out of the lineup since he was activated from the 10-day disabled list on Monday. Elias Diaz will catch Pirates right-hander Chad Kuhl on Thursday versus fellow righty Jeremy Hellickson and the Phillies.

numberFire's models project Cervelli to record a .257 batting average in 192 plate appearances over the remainder of the season.