Aybar is out of the lineup Sunday against the Royals.

EDGE Analysis

Aybar was likely due for a regular maintenance day, as the 32-year-old switch-hitter had made 12 consecutive starts at shortstop. Although a reliable defensive option, Aybar's results at the plate this year leave much to be desired, as he owns just a .426 OPS through 131 plate appearances. In his stead, manager Fredi Gonzalez will turn to Daniel Castro to start at shortstop Sunday afternoon.