Franklin Gutierrez: (Back) Scratched From Lineup Sunday

Gutierrez has been scratched from Sunday's lineup due to a sore back, MLB.com's Greg Johns reports.

Analysis:

Jesus Montero will enter the lineup as the designated hitter, with Nelson Cruz now playing the outfield. Gutierrez has struggled to stay healthy for the last few years, but he doesn't have a noteworthy history of back issues.