Dustin Pedroia is not in the Red Sox' lineup Tuesday after jamming his right thumb in Monday's win over the Tigers. With Pedroia unable to go for the Sox, Nick Punto is playing second base and batting ninth. Daniel Nava remains in the leadoff spot after going 1-for-5 Monday in his first game leading off since 2010.
The Red Sox will oppose reigning American League Cy Young winner and MVP Justin Verlander. The veteran righty is 5-2 this season with a 2.15 earned run average and 75 strikeouts. Daniel Bard will take the mound for the Red Sox.
1. Daniel Nava, LF
2. Ryan Sweeney, RF
3. Adrian Gonzalez, 1B
4. David Ortiz, DH
5. Kevin Youkilis, 3B
6. Jarrod Saltalamacchia, C
7. Mike Aviles, SS
8. Scott Podsednik, CF
9. Nick Punto, 2B
SP -- Daniel Bard
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