St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. The left-handed slugger will get a rest day after playing in 29 straight contests. The 25-year-old outfielder is batting .258/.384/.371 with three homers, 15 RBI and five stolen bases in 34 games. Oscar Mercado will cover center field and bat eighth versus lefty Brandon Williamson on Monday.