Hicks will start in center field and bat seventh Sunday against the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

With Jacoby Ellsbury (neck/concussion) hitting the 7-day disabled list Wednesday, Hicks has taken over as the Yankees' primary center fielder in the interim. While he won't have a clear route to regular at-bats once Ellsbury is activated, Hicks could be an appealing short-term pickup where available, as he' s produced well over 137 plate appearances this season, slashing .287/.426/.556 with eight homers and six steals.