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Pagés was scratched just prior to first pitch with rookie Jimmy Crooks taking over behind the plate and hitting ninth. He’s day-to-day for now.

Pagés wound up missing only one game after leaving Saturday’s showdown against the Mariners with left hamstring tightness. The 27-year-old is back handling the catching duties and hitting ninth on Monday evening against Pittsburgh.

Pages was excellent prior to the exit; going 3-for-3 with a homer. Unfortunately he was unable to continue, and Yohei Pozo was forced to enter the game as the backstop. Pages will likely undergo further testing to determine the severity of the hamstring issue.