Braves shift Ronald Acuña Jr. to leadoff spot for Cubs series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:27 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Atlanta Braves made a lineup change prior to their series opener against the Chicago Cubs on September 14, 2026. Star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. will bat leadoff and play right field, moving from the designated hitter spot. Acuña recently contributed to the Braves' performance with a solo home run against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Braves will face left-hander David Peterson, while right-hander Reynaldo Lopez will start for Atlanta. The game is set to begin at 7:40 p.m. EDT at Wrigley Field.
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. bats leadoff for Braves vs. Cubs.
- •Acuña hit a home run in a recent game against the Phillies.
- •Reynaldo Lopez starts for the Braves; David Peterson for the Cubs.
- •The game starts at 7:40 p.m. EDT at Wrigley Field.
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Announce Ronald Acuña Jr. Change Before Cubs Series
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