Marco Scutaro (back) went 0-for-4 in his return to action Monday. Scutaro left Saturday's game with a tight lower back and appeared as a pinch-hitter on Sunday. He'll likely continue to require occasional rest down the stretch.

Marco Scutaro was removed from Saturday's game against the Marlins with a tight lower back. Scutaro has been dealing with stiffness in his back and neck for a few days, and it's the second straight game he's been removed early. Scutaro played five innings before being replaced by Joaquin Arias in the sixth. He was 0-for-3 at the plate before exiting.

Marco Scutaro (back) has returned to the Giants' lineup Wednesday against the Nationals. Scutaro was scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to a stiff back, but it's not a major concern. He's hitting leadoff against right-hander Jordan Zimmermann.

Marco Scutaro was scratched from the Giants' lineup Tuesday due to a stiff back. Scutaro has dealt with back issues dating back to late June. It doesn't appear he's had a serious setback, but the Giants want to give him at least a day. Joaquin Arias is filling in at second base.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy said that Marco Scutaro will get the day off Wednesday. Scutaro is just 3-for-25 to begin August, so he'll get a day off to recharge his batteries. The 37-year-old should be good to go for Thursday.

Marco Scutaro remained out of the Giants lineup for a second consecutive day on Friday, due to manager Bruce Bochy wanting to give him two consecutive days to rest his sore back. The veteran infielder has battled a nagging back injury throughout the season, and Bochy is just making sure he does everything in his power to keep him healthy for the stretch run. Scutaro is hitting .311/.370/.391 with two homers and 22 RBI on the season.

Marco Scutaro is not in Friday's lineup against the Cubs. It sounds like a routine day of maintenance for the veteran. Tony Abreu will play second base.

Marco Scutaro is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Mets. Scutaro is sitting out the day game, which isn't surprising given how banged up he has been during the first half. Tony Abreu will make the start at second base.

Marco Scutaro (back) returned to the Giants' lineup Friday. Scutaro was scratched from Thursday's lineup with lower back soreness, but it was never a major concern. He went 1-for-2 with a walk before being removed late in the Giants' 10-2 loss. Scutaro is batting just .182 (2-for-11) over his last seven games.

Marco Scutaro (back) is not in the Giants' starting lineup on Thursday afternoon versus the Reds. Scutaro has some minor back soreness and also sat out Wednesday. Tony Abreu will start at second base.