Javier Báez is not in the Tigers’ starting lineup for Friday’s critical divisional matchup against the White Sox.

The 33-year-old has been terrific since returning from the injured list, slashing .333/.362/.378 with eight RBI in 47 plate appearances in his first 11 games while playing stellar defense at several positions. They’ll get him a breather in this one though, even with an opposing left-hander starting on the hill in Sean Newcomb.