The Atlanta Braves open a weekend series with the San Francisco Giants on the road in California. The team heads into the matchup after dropping all three games in a series against the San Diego Padres. In the most recent game, the Braves fell 5-2. Austin Riley, batting fifth, drew two walks and struck out once.
Starting lineup for Friday’s game has been announced. The lineup includes M. Harris II in center field, M. Dubón in left, O. Olson at first base, O. Albies at second, D. Baldwin at catcher, A. Riley at third, D. Smith as the designated hitter, M. Yastrzemski in right field, H. Kim at shortstop, and R. López on the mound.
Riley has been moved down to the sixth spot in the order for Friday’s game. The two-time MLB All-Star enters the series with a .214 batting average, 61 hits, eight home runs, 36 RBIs, 32 runs scored, and four stolen bases across 79 games.
For fans following the Braves, stay tuned for updates on lineup changes and performance as the team tries to rebound against the Giants after the recent skid.
