Avila had been battling lower back stiffness but said he is fine .
And Ventura said Alex Avila is slated to catch left - hander Chris Sale in the opener , barring unforeseen changes .
Alex Avila had been battling lower back stiffness but said Alex Avila is fine .
And Ventura said Alex Avila is slated to catch left - hander Chris Sale in the opener , barring unforeseen changes .