Sits as expected Mancini (hand) remains out of the lineup as expected Thursday against the Blue Jays, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. Impact Mancini hasn't played since getting hit by a pitch in his right hand in Monday's series opener. He said Wednesday that he was still two or three days away from a return to the lineup, so it's unsurprising to see him on the bench again. Adley Rutschman will rest his legs in Mancini's usual designated hitter spot, with Robinson Chirinos starting behind the plate. According to Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Sun, Mancini was able to take some swings during batting practice Thursday, so he could be available to pinch hit in the series finale in Toronto.
JUNE 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE