Kiermaier (hip) is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Mikie Mahtook will take over in center field Saturday with Kiermaier nursing a sore hip. Kiermaier himself said earlier Saturday that he didn't expect to play after leaving Friday's tilt when his hip tightened up on him. He is considered day-to-day at this time, but it's unclear if his hip issues will clear up in time for him to rejoin the lineup Sunday.

Kiermaier (hip) doesn't expect to play in Saturday's matchup with the Rangers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier was forced out of Friday's series opener due to hip tightness. He indicated Saturday that he still does not feel right, and does not anticipate playing. He should be considered day-to-day going forward.

Kiermaier was removed from Friday's game as a precaution with left hip tightness.

EDGE Analysis

The Rays noted that Kiermaier was removed for precautionary reasons, so there is reason to believe he is not dealing with any sort of serious setback. He could have a chance to play in the Rays' next game Saturday evening.

Kiermaier had an eventful day at the dish on Monday, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored, three RBI, and two stolen bases against the Padres.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier has now hit safely in six straight games, including three multi-hit performances. The outfielder has failed to live up to expectations after a strong showing a season ago, but is still threatening to post double-digit home runs in addition to his double-digit steals.

Kiermaier is back in the lineup Saturday against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier sat out Friday's game while battling the flu, but he's since moved past the ailment and is back at his usual center field spot Saturday. The 26-year-old will bat second in the order behind leadoff man Logan Forsythe.

Kiermaier (illness) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Yankees due to the flu, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Initial reports surfaced that stated Kiermaier was out with a knee injury, but the Rays officially said that he is on the bench Friday with the flu. Kiermaier is still available off the bench, and will likely return to the lineup Saturday.

Kiermaier (knee) is out of the lineup Friday against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier said that his knee felt sore after Wednesday's contest against the Blue Jays, so he'll have the night off as the Rays opt to go with an outfield lineup of Corey Dickerson, Mikie Mahtook, and Steven Souza. There hasn't been any indication that Kiermaier suffered a serious injury, so it appears that the club is simply being cautious with the 26-year-old.

Kiermaier is out of the lineup Sunday against the Twins, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Kevin Cash relayed that it's just a routine day off for Kiermaier, who has gone hitless in his lat three games, spanning 13 at-bats. Mikie Mahtook will cover center field while Kiermaier sits out.

Kiermaier filled up the scoresheet Wednesday against Kansas City, going 2-for-4 with a three-run homer, two walks, a steal and two runs in a 12-0 blowout.

EDGE Analysis

A .263 hitter in each of his first two seasons, the center fielder is sitting on just a .222 average, but his increase in hard contact and decrease in BABIP (just .239) suggest he's seen some bad luck in this injury-shortened campaign. Kiermaier's walk rate has nearly tripled from last year, and if you prorate his six homers and 10 steals in 55 contests over 162 games, you get 17 long balls and 29 swipes. That should have owners in keeper leagues quietly picking him up with an eye on the future.

Kiermaier is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier will sit for the first time after the All-Star break, as the Rays go with Brandon Guyer in center field. He'll bat second in the order against the Rockies' Jorge De La Rosa.