Alexi Amarista is out of the lineup Friday against the Cardinals.

Amarista is out of the lineup Friday against the Cardinals.

Analysis:

Amarista entered Thursday's game for Yangervis Solarte, but will once again be out of the initial lineup after another two hitless at-bats, dropping his average to .213 on the season. Clint Barmes will start at shortstop, batting eighth for the Padres.