Braves roll out regulars for Friday night
The Braves started an all-regular players lineup for the first time this spring against the Phillies in a Grapefruit League game Friday night.
Ender Inciarte got the nod at leadoff, with Ronald Acuna hitting cleanup behind Freddie Freeman.
Nick Markakis, last year’s usual fourth hitter, was slotted fifth. He was followed by Ozzie Albies, Tyler Flowers, Dansby Swanson and Adam Duvall, who was plugged in as the designated hitter.
It also marked the debut of third baseman Josh Donaldson, the team’s most significant offseason addition, hitting second.
Kevin Gausman was set to make his first start of spring. The right-hander was slowed by shoulder soreness the past few weeks, but is expected to be ready for the regular season.
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