Ian Desmond

Ian Desmond sitting for Colorado on Tuesday

Colorado Rockies infielder Ian Desmond is not in the lineup on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

What It Means:

Desmond will be replaced at first base by Ryan McMahon against Jameson Taillon.

Our models project Desmond for a .254 batting average with seven home runs and 23 RBI in 191 plate appearances going forward.