Though he was forced to sit out Thursday's game against the Blue Jays, Indians outfielder Michael Brantley is not expected to be sidelined long due to a back injury.
Brantley was held out of the lineup Thursday, but manager Terry Francona told MLB.com it was more of a precautionary move. He expects Brantley to be back in the lineup Friday against the Athletics.
"He's doing really well," Francona said. "I just think since we're on turf, it's the last day of the trip, I'm not going to play him tonight. I think he'll be good to go tomorrow. He's going to take [batting practice]. He's already come out and thrown a little bit.