Victor Martinez is not considered an option to see action at first base while Miguel Cabrera (calf) is sidelined, James Schmehl of MLive.com reports.

Martinez is not considered an option to see action at first base while Miguel Cabrera (calf) is sidelined, James Schmehl of MLive.com reports.

Analysis:

Martinez started 33 games at first base last season, but he has been used exclusively as the designated hitter this season in an effort to keep him healthy, and it does not appear that plan will change in Cabrera's absence, as the report notes that Martinez playing first base is "not even on (manager) Brad Ausmus' radar."