Boston's J.D. Martinez (illness, back) out again on Thursday

Boston Red Sox outfielder J.D. Martinez is not starting in Thursday's lineup against the Toronto Blue Jays.

What It Means:

Martinez has been unable to play since Sunday after experiencing an illness and sore back. Expect the Boston slugger to return by this weekend.

In 169 at-bats this season, Martinez is hitting .308 with 9 home runs and 29 RBI.