Escobar is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the A's.

EDGE Analysis

Angels beat writer Jeff Fletcher notes that there was no exact reason given as to why Escobar was left out of the lineup Friday after being lifted from Thursday's contest. ESPN's Jerry Crasnick reports that the Angels are listening to other teams regarding Escobar as a potential trade piece, although that may not be the reason he was left out of the lineup Friday. Regardless, Jefry Marte will take over at third base for at least Friday's contest against the A's.