Nelson Cruz is starting today in right field, his first start on the artificial turf at the Rogers Centre this series. He served as designated hitter Saturday, coming through with what proved to be the game-winning two-run home run in the fifth.
Adrian Beltre is at DH for the second time in this three-game series, and Michael Young is starting at third base.
Texas -- 1. Ian Kinsler, 2b; 2. Elvis Andrus, ss; 3. Josh Hamilton, cf; 4. Adrian Beltre, dh; 5. Nelson Cruz, rf; 6. Michael Young, 3b; 7. David Murphy, lf; 8. Geovany Soto, c; 9. Mitch Moreland, 1b.
LHP Matt Harrison (13-7, 3.24 ERA)
Toronto -- 1. Rajai Davis, lf; 2. Colby Rasmus, cf; 3. Edwin Encarnacion, 1b; 4. Yunel Escobar, ss; 5. Moises Sierra, rf; 6. Jeff Mathis, dh; 7. Mike McCoy, 3b; 8. Yan Gomes, c; 9. Adeiny Hechavarria, 2b.
RHP Henderson Alvarez (7-10, 4.48 ERA)
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