Jorge Mateo starts at shortstop, Joey Bart catches for Braves vs Mets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 8:57 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Atlanta Braves set to face the New York Mets on July 4 at Truist Park. Jorge Mateo starts at shortstop in place of Ha-Seong Kim, who is on the injured list. Joey Bart takes the catching position, with Baldwin serving as the designated hitter. The Braves hope to build on their recent offensive success after hitting four home runs in a previous game. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:08 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FOX.
- •Mateo replaces Kim at shortstop for the Braves.
- •Bart handles the catching duties against the Mets.
- •Braves hit four home runs in their last game.
- •Game starts at 8:08 p.m. ET at Truist Park.
- •Broadcast available on FOX and MLB.tv.
- 8:57 PMYahoo Sports — Jorge Mateo starts at shortstop, Joey Bart catches against Mets
"The Braves set up to face the lefty Manaea, with Jorge Mateo at shortstop and Joey Bart at catcher to make up the back of the lineup
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