Alvarez is out of the lineup again Friday. Manager Clint Hurdle appears reluctant to turn back to Alvarez at first base, after he struggled in his debut at the position Monday. The 27-year-old is set to sit Friday for a third straight day, and considering his dismal .176/.176/.235 batting line this month, it seems safe to say Alvarez's opportunities will remain limited over the final five weeks or so of the season.