Bruce (calf) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cardinals, according to Adam Rubin of ESPN.com.

EDGE Analysis

Bruce hoped to play Thursday despite his early exit from Wednesday's contest due to camping in his calf, but he will get at least one day to rest and recover. With Bruce on the bench, Curtis Granderson will get the start in right field, and Alejandro De Aza will get the nod in center.