Utley is not in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Cardinals.

EDGE Analysis

Despite right-hander Michael Wacha taking the ball for St. Louis, Utley will head to the bench for Friday's contest. T's likely just a day off, although it's somewhat puzzling considering his .926 OPS against righties this season. Howie Kendrick will take over at second base in his stead.

Utley went 3-for-4 with a homer and two runs scored Thursday against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

Aside from his power, which is way down from his heyday -- that was just his second homer of the year -- we've seen a good approximation of vintage Utley in his first full season as a Dodger. Even so, Utley's more of an NL-only play than anything else.

Utley is back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

After getting the night off Monday against lefty Steven Matz, Utley will draw back into the order as the Dodgers' leadoff man with righty Jacob deGrom on the hill. Utley will replace Howie Kendrick at second base Tuesday and he could be in line for another start Wednesday with the Dodgers facing righty Noah Syndergaard.

Utley is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

With Howie Kendrick healthy in recent weeks, the Dodgers' willingness to use Utley against a left-handed starter has understandably waned. With a seven-game week on the schedule, Monday is the only matchup for the Dodgers against a lefty.

Utley is not in the lineup Sunday against the Padres, Andy McCullough of the LA Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

With southpaw Drew Pomeranz on the hill for the opposing Padres, manager Dave Roberts will maximize the amount of right-handed bats in his lineup, effectively giving Utley the day off. Howie Kendrick will man the keystone in his stead, while Yasiel Puig will take his spot atop the batting order.

Utley went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer Saturday against the Padres.

EDGE Analysis

Utley's first bomb of the season tied the contest at two in the third inning, but the Dodgers would go on to lose the game. The 37-year-old closed out an impressive April by posting a .286/.375/.440 slash line in 84 at-bats.

Utley will not start against the Marlins on Wednesday, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.

EDGE Analysis

Utley will be replaced in the lineup by Howie Kendrick, who will play second base and bat sixth. With southpaw Justin Nicolino on the mound for the Marlins, the Dodgers will give Utley a rest, as he is 2-for-13 this season against left-handers opposed to 20-for-60 against right-handers.

Utley is not in the starting lineup Monday.

EDGE Analysis

With a lefty on the mound in Miami's Wei-Yin Chen, and the Dodgers getting closer to having a healthy roster, Utley will take a seat while Howie Kendrick mans the keystone Monday night.

Manager Dave Roberts plans to give Utley the day off Monday against the Marlins, David Vassegh of 570 AM Los Angeles reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Dodgers intend to activate left fielder Carl Crawford (back) on Monday, which will have a ripple effect throughout the entire lineup. Howie Kendrick, who had been seeing reps in left field, will get a chance to return to his normal position at second base, which could pose a threat to Utley's playing time long-term. The Dodgers also have utility man Enrique Hernandez at their disposal, who can play both in the outfield and at the keystone. Utley had started seven straight games for the Dodgers, but his role moving forward will be unclear. A .317 batting average should be enough to keep him in the lineup, but if the veteran starts to struggle at the plate, it will be tough for Roberts to continue awarding him starts. For now, he'll sit as usual against a southpaw (Wei-Yin Chen), but should be back in action when a right-hander is on the hill.

Utley is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Diamondbacks.

EDGE Analysis

Austin Barnes will be making his first start of the season at second base Thursday, giving Utley the day off. Utley has generally been used as the Dodgers' leadoff man this season and he's answered the bell to the tune of a .324/.395/.471 slash line to start the year. He figures to be back in the order Friday following Thursday's off day.