Posey sits out with hamstring tightness

SAN FRANCISCO -- A tight right hamstring kept Buster Posey out of the lineup for the second game in a row Wednesday, but the catcher said that he expects to play Friday when the Giants open a three-game series against the Phillies.

The timing of Posey's rest coincides with Thursday's scheduled off-day, giving him additional opportunity to recover and prepare himself to return to action Friday. He said before Wednesday's series finale against the Mets that he would be available to pinch-hit if necessary.

Posey indicated that he didn't hurt in a particular incident. "It's been gradual," he said of his discomfort.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy said that the possibility of excusing Posey from participating in Tuesday's All-Star Game presented by T-Mobile was not discussed. Posey, a three-time All-Star, was elected to start in the Midsummer Classic for the second time.

Posey, 28, entered Wednesday batting .300 with 14 home runs, 57 RBIs and an .865 OPS.