Detroit's Nomar Mazara resting on Friday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Nomar Mazara is not starting in Friday's contest against the Houston Astros.

What It Means:

Mazara will sit on Friday night after Miguel Cabrera was announced as Detroit's starting designated hitter.

According to Baseball Savant on 101 batted balls this season, Mazara has produced a 7.9% barrel rate and a .213 expected average.