Michael Brantley isn't in the lineup Sunday against the Phillies

Brantley isn't in the lineup Sunday against the Phillies, Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Analysis:

Brantley had started four games in a row after being activated from the DL on Monday. He's off to a 2-for-17 start to the season, but some rustiness was probably expected after offseason shoulder surgery prevented him from taking part in spring training. This is likely just a day off for maintenance purposes, so look for Brantley to return to the lineup when the Tribe opens up their series Tuesday with the Tigers.