Braves shake up lineup as they face Padres in San Diego
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:31 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are making significant changes to their lineup as they continue an offensive slump during the second game of their series against the San Diego Padres on June 23, 2026. Michael Harris II returns to the top of the order, while Rowdy Tellez makes his first start as a designated hitter. The Padres will use Wandy Peralta as an opener and expect Griffin Canning to pitch in relief. With both teams looking to break out offensively, the contest unfolds under favorable conditions for scoring.
- •Braves lineup changes include Michael Harris II back at leadoff.
- •Rowdy Tellez makes first start as designated hitter.
- •Drake Baldwin drops to sixth in the batting order.
- •Padres move Samad Taylor up to second in their lineup.
- •JR Ritchie starts for the Braves, making his eighth career appearance.
- 10:31 PMYahoo Sports — Sweeping changes to Braves lineup as they search for a spark in San Diego
"Braves have entered the “throwing stuff at the wall” phase of their offensive slump.
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