Moreland is out of the lineup Saturday against the Blue Jays, Sean McAdam of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a rare absence against an opposing right-handed starter (Sam Gaviglio) for Moreland, who will be replaced at first base by Blake Swihart. Manager Alex Cora is presumably just rewarding him with a little rest after a strong first half, allowing Moreland to gear up for his first All-Star Game.

Moreland is out of Thursday's lineup against the Blue Jays, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moreland has gone 3-for-16 with no extra-base hits through five games since returning to the lineup from a minor back issue. Steve Pearce will get the nod at first base with Moreland on the bench.

Moreland (back) returns to the lineup Saturday against the Royals, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moreland was pulled from Tuesday's game against the Nationals due to back spasms and sat out the next two games. The injury was apparently not a serious one and he'll end up avoiding a trip to the disabled list.

Moreland (back) is expected to rejoin the lineup Saturday in Kansas City, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

He will miss his second consecutive game Friday, with Steve Pearce getting the start at first base. Moreland should return for the favorable matchup against righty Brad Keller.

Moreland (back) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Royals, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moreland exited Tuesday's game with back spasms and was held out of the lineup Wednesday, and apparently needs at least another day before making a return. Steve Pearce will start at first base and bat fourth for the Red Sox in his absence Friday.

Moreland (back) won't play in Wednesday's series finale against the Nationals, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

EDGE Analysis

The back spasms initially cropped up while running the bases, so he'll remain on the bench Wednesday and grab an additional day of rest before Thursday's off day. Steve Pearce will likely take over at first base for the Red Sox in the meantime, while Moreland rests up for a potential return Friday.

Moreland was taken out of Tuesday's game in the third inning due to back spasms, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moreland appeared to have sustained the injury while lunging for a wild throw from Rafael Devers to end the second frame. With the Red Sox having a scheduled off day Thursday, it seems likely that Moreland will remain on the bench for Wednesday's series finale against the Nationals. Expect to receive another update on his status once he's been reevaluated in the coming hours.

Moreland is not in the lineup against the left-handed CC Sabathia and the Yankees on Friday, Evan Drellich of NBC Sports Boston reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moreland has started against a fair number of lefties this season, but will sit in favor of new acquisition Steve Pearce on Friday. The two make for natural platoon partners; Moreland's career 107 wRC+ against righties easily outpaces his 82 mark against lefties, while Pearce's 127 figure against lefties is far better than his 101 wRC+ against righties. Expect a reduction in Moreland's playing time going forward.

Moreland went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 5-0 win over the Mariners. He's hit safely in seven straight games.

EDGE Analysis

The Red Sox have learned not to ride Moreland too hard over his year-and-a-half with the organization, lest his offense takes a hit. After giving him three off days mid-month, Moreland is once again producing with his bat. During his seven-game streak, the first baseman is hitting .444 (12-for-27) with four extra-base hits and seven RBI.

Moreland went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored in Sunday's 9-3 win over Seattle.

EDGE Analysis

Moreland returned to the starting lineup after getting a breather Saturday, although he did appear as a pinch hitter. The first baseman had seen his average dip from .303 to .271 after going 2-for-25 over the eight games leading up to Sunday's win. He's received the bulk of the at-bats at first base since the Red Sox designated Hanley Ramirez for assignment, and manager Alex Cora is realizing he'll need to give Moreland more regular downtime in order to sustain his offense.