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Braves make lineup changes ahead of finale against Twins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:44 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Braves make lineup changes ahead of finale against Twins

Summary

The Atlanta Braves are looking to avoid a sweep against the Minnesota Twins in the series finale on August 19. After losing the first two games, manager Walt Weiss has moved Drake Baldwin back to the No. 2 spot in the lineup and back behind the plate. AJ Smith-Shawver is set to start on the mound for the Braves. Atlanta is currently in a tight race in the National League, holding a 74-52 record and a 5.5-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East.

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By the Numbers

•Braves lost first two games against the Twins.
•Drake Baldwin returns as catcher for the finale.
•AJ Smith-Shawver will start on the mound.
•Braves hold a 5.5-game lead over the Phillies.

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6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Announce Drake Baldwin Change During Twins Series

What they're saying

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The Atlanta Braves have dropped the first two games of their series against the Minnesota Twins. Now, entering Wednesday afternoon’s series finale, the Braves will try to avoid a sweep with AJ Smith-Shawver on the mound. Braves manager Walt Weiss has once again tweaked his lineup as the team looks for an offensive spark. Braves […] The post Atlanta Braves Announce Drake Baldwin Change During Twins Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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