Rangers' Ian Desmond: Given day off Sunday
Desmond is out of the lineup Sunday against the Royals, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
Analysis:
Desmond's absence doesn't appear to be injury-related; instead, the Rangers likely just wanted to give the All-Star a day off since he's started every game since June 24. With Desmond out of the lineup, DeShields will start in center field and serve as the team's leadoff hitter.
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