Anthony Bemboom sitting for Los Angeles on Thursday

Los Angeles Angels catcher Anthony Bemboom is not in the lineup on Thursday in the team's game against the Houston Astros.

What It Means:

Bemboom is being replaced behind the plate by Kevan Smith against Astros starter Wade Miley. Smith is batting fifth in the order.

In 50 plate appearances this season, Bemboom has a .146 batting average and a .392 OPS.