Pedro Alvarez is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Marlins, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Alvarez is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Marlins, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Analysis:

Alvarez's day off Wednesday is likely related to the left-handed Brad Hand on the mound for the Marlins. Sean Rodriguez will start at first base in his place, batting seventh for the Pirates.