Giavotella is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs.
He has limped to a .255/.296/.314 line so far in the second half and his playing time is starting to dry up as a result. Tuesday's absence marks Giavotella's fourth in six games, and he was set to sit Sunday as well before Yunel Escobar (knee) was scratched. Cliff Pennington is starting once again at second base Tuesday.