Lowrie is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Mariners.

EDGE Analysis

Lowrie will sit for the second time in the series while top backstop Sean Murphy gets a day out of the field to serve as Oakland's designated hitter. Though Lowrie still looks like the Athletics' preferred option at DH, off days could come more frequently for the 38-year-old as the season unfolds and the team prioritizes younger options.