Pearson is attending to a personal matter and is considered out indefinitely, Max Bultman of The Athletic reports Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Pearson was likely facing an uphill battle to secure a spot on the Opening Night roster but this latest news all but guarantees he will begin the year with AHL Grand Rapids. Once back with the team, the 25-year-old Georgia native could play more games than he did last year (three) yet figures to remain primarily a minor leaguer.