Teixeira is not in the lineup Friday against the Angels, Erik Boland of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Teixeira has had an incredibly disappointing season, and his performance in recent games hasn't been an exception. Over his last seven games, Teixeira has gone 2-for-13, bringing his batting average down to just .196 for the season. Tyler Austin will start at first base and bat eighth over Teixeira.