Ha-Seong Kim returns to Braves lineup for opener against Yankees

Ha-Seong Kim is back in the Braves’ lineup as they start a three-game series against the Yankees at Yankee Stadium. This marks his first game since June 30, when he was placed on the injured list due to middle finger inflammation. Kim is hitting ninth and playing shortstop, aiming to improve on a disappointing.068 batting average prior to his injury. The Yankees’ lineup is missing key players Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Cody Bellinger. Former Brave Max Fried is making his first career start against Atlanta, while Braves debutante right-hander Tyler Mahle faces a Yankees team that has had mixed success against him in previous outings.

• 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Ha-Seong Kim returns to lineup for Braves’ opener at Yankees