28 Niko Goodrum LF

Goodrum went 1-for-3 with a walk and a two-run home run in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Phillies.

Goodrum's third inning blast, his third of the year, ended up being the difference in the game. After getting off to a strong start this season, the 27-year-old had been in a slump recently, as he entered Tuesday with just one hit in his previous six games. Perhaps the long ball will get the versatile Goodrum rolling again.

Goodrum is not in Friday's lineup against the White Sox.

He will take a seat in the midst of a 7-for-35 (.200) skid at the plate over his last 10 games. John Hicks gets the start at first base while Miguel Cabrera slots in as the designated hitter.

Goodrum went 1-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Friday's 7-3 loss to the White Sox.

Goodrum hit his second home run of the season in the ninth inning to draw the Tigers a little closer. The 27-year-old now has a solid .281 batting average and .897 OPS, along with seven RBI and eight runs scored. Goodrum should continue to occupy a premium spot in Detroit's lineup moving forward, making him a viable fantasy option in many formats if he keeps hitting.

Goodrum will start at first base and bat cleanup Wednesday against the Pirates.

After recently battling an illness that kept him unavailable for a few days, Goodrum returned to action in Tuesday's 5-3 loss, finishing the day 1-for-4 with a run. Goodrum's inclusion in the lineup for a second straight suggests his health is no longer a concern.

Goodrum (illness) is batting fourth and will start in right field Tuesday against the Pirates.

Goodrum was held out of Sunday's lineup, but after getting Monday off, he'll be ready to roll for the series opener. He put together a solid series against Cleveland, recording four hits, including a home run, over three games.