Josh VanMeter not in Reds' Friday lineup

Cincinnati Reds infielder Josh VanMeter is sitting on Friday in the team's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

What It Means:

VanMeter is being replaced in left field by Phillip Ervin against Pirates starter Steven Brault.

In 253 plate appearances this season, VanMeter has a .235 batting average and a .735 OPS.