Alexi Amarista is out of the lineup Friday against the Dodgers, Padres broadcaster Bob Scanlan reports.

Amarista is out of the lineup Friday against the Dodgers, Padres broadcaster Bob Scanlan reports.

Analysis:

Clint Barmes will get the nod at short as Amarista sits for the second time in three days. Prior to sitting Wednesday, Amarista had started 11 of 13, but he's posted a dismal .160/.222/.200 batting line so far in May.