Braves Make Lineup Changes Amid Struggles in 2025 Season

ATLANTA, GA — The Atlanta Braves are facing a critical juncture in the 2025 season following another disappointing game on Friday. The team is now 27-34 and is looking to turn things around as they prepare to face the San Francisco Giants today.

Drake Baldwin will start and bat second in today’s lineup, indicating a continuing split time between him and teammate Murphy. Both players have shown promise this season, but the team needs a significant winning streak to salvage the remainder of the year. Michael Harris moves up to sixth in the batting order after a slightly improved performance in his last game. Meanwhile, Alex Verdugo, Ozzie Albies, and Jared Allen will bat seventh, eighth, and ninth, respectively.

The Giants’ lineup sees a shift as Daniel Johnson steps in to play center field, taking over from Jung Ho Lee. Johnson will lead off, setting the stage for Wilmer Flores and the rest of the batting order. The game today starts at 4:05 PM ET and will be broadcast on MLB Network for viewers outside the local area and on FanDuel Sports South/Southeast for those in market.

In a separate development, the Braves designated veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment shortly after his return to the team. Kimbrel made his first appearance for Atlanta since 2014 but was pulled after just one inning. Austin Cox has been called up as a corresponding move. Kimbrel’s future remains uncertain, but reports suggest it’s doubtful he will return to the Braves.

As the team navigates these challenges, the focus remains on today’s game against the Giants and the hope that a turn in fortune can lead to a resurgence in their season.