Mitch Moreland

Mitch Moreland out of lineup as Red Sox face Mariners

Boston Red Sox first baseman Mitch Moreland is not starting on Monday night versus the Seattle Mariners.

What It Means:

Hanley Ramirez is starting at first base while Chris Young steps in as the designated hitter on Monday night versus Mariners left-hander James Paxton. It's likely just a breather for Moreland, who is slashing .243/.332/.412 with 12 home runs, 43 RBI, and 43 runs scored in 373 plate appearances (93 games) this season.

numberFire's models project Moreland to turn in a .253 batting average with 8 home runs, 27 RBI, and 23 runs scored in 224 plate appearances over the remainder of the year.