Phillips is not in the Braves' lineup Thursday against the Pirates, David O'Brien of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 35-year-old probably will see at least one day off -- typically day games -- during most weeks to keep him fresh. Phillips has excelled again, though, with a .303/.357/.428 line, three home runs and seven stolen bases in 157 plate appearances. Jace Peterson will fill in at the keystone and bat eighth.