John Jaso
RF FA
Mon 6/6/16 5:21 PM

Jaso is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets.
EDGE Analysis
Jaso will get his second consecutive day off in favor of Sean Rodriguez as the Pirates face another southpaw in Steven Matz. Jaso will likely return to the lineup Tuesday when Jacob deGrom takes the mound for the Mets.

John Jaso
RF FA
Sun 6/5/16 11:47 AM

Jaso is out of the lineup Sunday against the Angels.
EDGE Analysis
No surprises here, as Jaso will take a seat with southpaw Hector Santiago scheduled to take the mound for the opposing Angels. With David Freese still nursing a sore hand, Sean Rodriguez will get the starting nod at first base Sunday afternoon.

John Jaso
RF FA
Thu 6/2/16 3:46 PM

Jaso is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Marlins, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
With southpaw Wei-Yin Chen on the mound for the Marlins, Jaso will get the day off while David Freese takes over at first base to create the most favorable matchups for the Pirates lineup. Jaso has been a quality addition to Pittsburgh's roster this season, hitting .299/.366/.433 with three home runs, 15 RBI, and 20 runs scored.

John Jaso
RF FA
Mon 5/30/16 4:19 PM

Jaso is out of the lineup Monday against the Marlins.
EDGE Analysis
For the fourth time time the last five games, the Pirates will face a left-handed starter. As is usual in this case, Jaso will end up riding the pine.

John Jaso
RF FA
Sun 5/29/16 12:31 PM

Jaso is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rangers, Jason Mackey of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
As expected, Jaso will take a seat with southpaw Martin Perez on the hill for the opposing Rangers. Manager Clint Hurdle will bat Jordy Mercer in the leadoff spot, while David Freese takes over for Jaso at first base.

John Jaso
RF FA
Fri 5/27/16 4:21 PM

Jaso is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Rangers.
EDGE Analysis
With left-hander Cole Hamels taking the hill for Texas on Friday, Jaso will head to the bench for his second day off in a row. Sean Rodriguez will fill his spot at first base while the 32-year-old rests in anticipation of returning for Saturday's contest, where right-hander Yu Darvish is set to make his season debut for the Rangers.

John Jaso
RF FA
Thu 5/26/16 10:45 AM

Jaso is out of the lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Diamondbacks, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jaso will sit out against the Diamondbacks in favor of David Freese at first base in order to fill the lineup with more right-handers against lefty starter Patrick Corbin. Jaso has just seven at-bats against lefties in 2016. Jaso's leadoff spot in the lineup will be filled by Jordy Mercer.

John Jaso
RF FA
Thu 5/19/16 11:16 PM

Jaso reached base four times Thursday, going 3-for-4 with a walk against Atlanta.
EDGE Analysis
The leadoff hitter, who scored a pair of runs, entered the game with a .369 OPS. David Freese's ability to play first base against tough lefties might actually help Jaso's slash line, given that he'll face fewer southpaws. He'll likely get the starting nod Friday with righty Eddie Butler on the mound for Colorado.

John Jaso
RF FA
Wed 5/18/16 9:22 AM

Jaso went 3-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored in Tuesday's 12-9 win over the Braves.
EDGE Analysis
Jaso is an unconventional leadoff man due to his lack of impact on the bases and his status as a first baseman, but there's no arguing that he's quite skilled at getting on base. After posting a .380 on-base percentage with the Rays in 2015, Jaso's mark currently sits at .364 on the current campaign. He should continue to see regular action as the team's everyday first baseman, even with top prospect Josh Bell making a strong case for a promotion at Triple-A Indianapolis.

John Jaso
RF FA
Sun 5/15/16 12:00 PM

Jaso is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cubs.
EDGE Analysis
Jaso will sit in favor of David Freese at first base, as manager Clint Hurdle likely prefers to get another right-handed bat in his lineup against tough southpaw Jon Lester. This includes placing right-hander Jordy Mercer in the leadoff spot, which is typically occupied by Jaso. The 32-year-old first baseman has also struggled a bit of late, as he has just a .256 OBP since May 1.