Ruiz is not in the lineup Friday against the Giants, MLB Lineups reports.

Ruiz started each of the previous three days, so he'll get some rest Friday night, giving way to Cameron Rupp. Ruiz is still having a terrible season in the batter's box, with no home runs, eight RBI, nine runs and a .595 OPS in 41 games.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Sunday against the Rockies, Stephen Gross of the Philadelphia Morning Call reports.

Ruiz is certainly no stranger to getting a day off Sunday, as this will be the sixth straight time he's been rested that day. Cameron Rupp will once again man the backstop in his stead.

Ruiz is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets, according to CSN's Jim Salisbury.

Ruiz will be held out Wednesday with the Phillies playing a day game following a night game. Cameron Rupp will get the start behind the plate in Ruiz's place.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Sunday against the Nationals, Matt Breen of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Ruiz will rest for his fifth straight Sunday afternoon contest, giving way to Cameron Rupp behind the plate.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Thursday, CSN Philadelphia's Jim Salisbury reports.

This is just a standard day off for Ruiz, who has been heating up a little at the plate. He is in the midst of an eight-game hitting streak and has four doubles and four RBI over that span. Cameron Rupp will get the start at catcher Thursday.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Stephen Gross of the Philadelphia Morning Call reports.

Ruiz has sat all but one Sunday game this season, so it's no surprise to see him get a day off for the afternoon contest. Cameron Rupp will take over for him behind the plate.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Thursday, the Morning Call's Stephen Gross reports.

He has been in the lineup for the last three games and has appeared in the last six, so it's no surprise to see him get a day off Thursday. Cameron Rupp will get the start behind the plate and hit eighth.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Sunday against the Mets.

Ruiz has just two extra-base hits in his first 76 at-bats of 2015, resulting in a .581 OPS that leaves much to be desired. He'll take a seat in favor of Cameron Rupp for the second time in four games.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Wednesday, CSN Philadelphia's Jim Salisbury reports.

This is just a standard day off for Ruiz, who has started four of the Phillies' last five games. Cameron Rupp will get the start behind the dish Wednesday.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Sunday against the Marlins, Jim Salisbury of CSN Philadelphia reports.

It looks to be just a typical day of rest for Ruiz. Cameron Rupp gets the nod behind the dish, catching for hurler Severino Gonzalez.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Thursday, the Philadelphia Daily News' Ryan Lawrence reports.

After starting the last three games Ruiz will get a standard day off and Cameron Rupp will get the start behind the plate.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Stephen Gross of the Philadelphia Morning Call reports.

Ruiz will get a regular day of rest for a day game following an evening contest. Cameron Rupp will man the backstop in his stead.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Thursday, MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports.

He has caught the last three games but is slashing just .184/.295/.184 on the season. Unfortunately, the Phillies don't really have a better option (Cameron Rupp is starting Thursday), so Ruiz should be allowed to play through his struggles.

Ruiz is not in the starting lineup Saturday against Washington.

Cameron Rupp will catch for the Phillies in Game 2 of the series against the Nats. Ruiz has been getting approximately 70 percent of the starts behind the plate for the Phillies during the first two weeks of the season, hitting second, fifth, and sixth in the order for manager Ryne Sandberg.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Wednesday, MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports.

Cameron Rupp will get the start behind the dish while Ruiz enjoys the day off. Ruiz has five hits and five walks through six games this season, which is good for a .400 on-base percentage.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Friday, the Morning Call's Stephen Gross reports.

Ruiz is just getting a typical day off -- his first of the year. He has three hits through three games, and also has four walks, and considering he is batting second on most days, Ruiz should be owned in most mid-sized leagues. Cameron Rupp will get the start behind the dish Friday.

Ruiz went 1-for-2 with two walks in Monday's Opening Day loss to the Red Sox.

Ruiz underwent surgery on his left shoulder over the offseason, and figures to see a slightly reduced role as he enters his age 36 season. He'll still serve as the club's primary catcher but will likely be given more frequent days off or serve as the team's designated hitter when playing in an American League ballpark.

Ruiz will start at catcher once every four or five days during spring training, CSN Philadelphia reports.

Ruiz will see a reduced workload this spring as the Phillies try to keep him fresh for the season. He'll get extra at-bats from the DH spot. He will also get more rest during the regular season. GM Ruben Amaro Jr. is on record saying Ruiz's backup will need to be able to start 50-70 games this year.

The Phillies are expected to give Ruiz (shoulder) more rest this season to try to keep him healthy and productive, CSN Philly reports.

Ruiz, 36, is the oldest starting catcher in the majors. GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said he expects the team's backup catcher to start 50-70 games this season. Ruiz underwent minor arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder at the end of last season, but is fully healthy and has been participating in all camp activities.

Ruiz underwent surgery on his left shoulder Monday, MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports.

Ruiz will begin his rehab immediately and will return for a follow-up exam in a month. The injury isn't expected to have any lasting effects that would compromise his availability for spring training. The 35-year-old backstop played in 110 games for the Phillies in 2014, posting a batting line of .252/.347/.717 with six home runs and 31 RBI. His workload should remain similar in 2015.