J.R. Murphy

John Ryan Murphy back on the bench Saturday for D-Backs

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher John Ryan Murphy is not in the lineup for the team's Saturday matchup with the San Diego Padres.

What It Means:

Murphy went 2-for-8 in two consecutive starts. He's being replaced by Alex Avila (hamstring), who was activated from the 10-day disabled list on Saturday.

Murphy is hitting .248 with 9 home runs, 23 RBI and a .770 OPS on the season.