Aaron Hicks (back) was a late scratch for Saturday's game, Twins manager of baseball communications Dustin Morse reports.

Hicks (back) was a late scratch for Saturday's game against the Indians, Dustin Morse of the Twins' official site reports.

Analysis:

Hicks was dealing with a stiff back during batting practice and will ultimately stay in the dugout Saturday. He'll be replaced by Eduardo Nunez in left field.