Ronald Acuña Jr. leads off for Braves in Mets series finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:57 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face the New York Mets in the series finale on August 12, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 7:15 pm ET. Ronald Acuña Jr. returns to the leadoff spot and right field after serving as designated hitter in the previous game. Matt Olson, who is tied for the league lead in home runs, is positioned third in the lineup. The Mets’ lineup remains largely unchanged from the previous game, with Francisco Alvarez as designated hitter. Both teams look to gain momentum following their respective recent performances.
- •Braves aim to win after losing the season series to Mets.
- •Acuña Jr. returns to leadoff and right field.
- •Matt Olson could break tie for league HR lead.
- •Tyler Mahle starts on the mound for the Braves.
- •Mets stick with an unchanged top three in their lineup.
- 7:57 PMYahoo Sports — Ronald Acuña Jr. leads off, Lane Thomas and Mauricio Dubón start in Mets series finale
"Ronnie leadoff, Lane in left, Dubón at short, and Murph catching. What’s not to like?
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