Johnson is starting at first base and batting seventh against the Cubs on Thursday, Andre Fernandez of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson is making his 19th start at first base this season with Justin Bour getting a day of rest. Johnson -- who's facing off against Jon Lester on Thursday -- has struggled against lefties this season, posting a .241 batting average. However, Johnson has sported averages above .325 against southpaws each of the last two seasons prior to 2016.