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Mazara sits, Rua starts against lefty

Jeff Banister has Ryan Rua starting at first base and Nomar Mazara sitting today

By Adam J. Morris
MLB: Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Ryan Rua had a big day yesterday against the Phillies, and has a chance to keep momentum going today against Tigers lefty Daniel Norris.

The lineup:

DeShields -- LF

Choo — RF

Elvis — SS

Lucroy -- C

Odor — 2B

Napoli — DH

Gallo — 3B

Rua — 1B

Hoying -- CF

Nick Martinez starts for Texas.