James Wood News: On bench Sunday

Wood is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

The 22-year-old slugger started the previous 17 games but will receive Sunday off after posting a .232/.284/.362 slash line and 33.8 percent strikeout rate during that stretch. Days off could become more common for Wood as the Nationals juggle five outfielders through four lineup spots, including DH. Luis Garcia will fill in at designated hitter for Wood, opening up second base for Jose Tena.