Stallings is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Rays, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The 35-year-old appeared locked in to begin the season as Colorado's primary catcher, but it will be Hunter Goodman that receives the start behind the plate Opening Day. Stallings surprised with an .810 OPS in 82 games last season, but Goodman has more fantasy upside after clubbing 13 homers in 70 contests in 2024. The pair is likely to split playing time behind the plate.
Jacob Stallings Pops first homers of spring
Stallings went 2-for-2 with a pair of home runs and four RBI in Thursday's Cactus League game against the Guardians.
Analysis: Stallings is locked in as Colorado's primary catcher to begin the season, mostly due to his sturdy defense and veteran leadership. However, he flashed some pop by delivering his first homers of spring training Thursday. Overall, Stallings has collected six hits across 21 at-bats this spring.
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