Nationals' Bryce Harper: Out of the lineup Sunday

Harper is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Phillies, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Harper will take a seat against southpaw Adam Morgan, as manager Dusty Baker will look to rest as many of his left-handed bats as possible, which includes giving lefty Ben Revere the day off as well. Harper has started to slip out of a recent slump since the start of June, going 10-for-32 to raise his batting average 12 points on the month. Look for the lefty slugger to return to action for an important three-game series with the Cubs that begins Monday. In the meantime, Chris Heisey will take over in right field.