Mauer is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the White Sox, Scot Gregor of the Daily Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

After starting at first base and hitting cleanup for Minnesota's first three games of the season, Mauer will now get his first day off in Friday's series opener against Chicago. Now that he is reaching his mid-30's, it is very possible that the longtime Twins catcher will start to see an elevated amount of off days to keep him fresh throughout the season.