Ian Desmond

Ian Desmond sitting out as Rockies play in Cincinnati

Colorado Rockies first baseman/outfielder Ian Desmond is not in the lineup Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds.

What It Means:

Desmond is getting the afternoon off for the Rockies in their series finale against the Reds. Ryan McMahon is taking over first base and hitting seventh against right-hander Tyler Mahle.

Our models project Desmond for a .257 batting average with 11 home runs, 46 runs scored, 42 RBI, and 12 steals over 372 plate appearances remaining this season.