Michael Harris leads off for Braves in Milwaukee matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:50 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

The Atlanta Braves face the Milwaukee Brewers tonight, aiming to avoid a series sweep at American Family Field. Michael Harris II is leading off for the Braves, while Sean Murphy returns to bat ninth. Lane Thomas will play left field and bat sixth. This matchup features Braves' Tyler Mahle against Milwaukee's Shane Drohan, marking the Braves' first time facing Drohan. The Brewers hope to maintain momentum with added players Garrett Mitchell and David Hamilton, having had success against right-handed pitchers. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET.
- •Braves look to avoid a sweep against the Brewers.
- •Michael Harris II is leading off for Atlanta.
- •Tyler Mahle starts for the Braves against Shane Drohan.
- •Sean Murphy returns to the lineup for Atlanta.
- •Game starts at 7:10 p.m. ET.
- 8:50 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Harris leading off for Braves in Milwaukee
"The stage is set as the Atlanta Braves are looking to avoid a sweep in Milwaukee against the Brewers. Let’s look at these lineups. Michael Harris II is leading off tonight, and Sean Murphy is back in the lineup to bat in the ninth hole. Lane Thomas is taking over left field and batting sixth […]
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