Atlanta Braves Center Fielder Michael Harris II Scratched from Lineup Due to Quad Tightness
Braves OF Harris (quad) scratched from lineup
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Michael Harris II, center fielder for the Atlanta Braves, was scratched from the lineup due to left quad tightness ahead of a series against the Philadelphia Phillies. He has been performing well this season, hitting .318 with six home runs and 16 RBIs. Manager Walt Weiss indicated Harris is day-to-day and unlikely to be placed on the injured list.
- 01Michael Harris II is sidelined due to left quad tightness.
- 02He has a strong batting average of .318 with six home runs this season.
- 03Manager Walt Weiss expects Harris to be day-to-day and not on the injured list.
- 04Eli White started in center field in Harris's absence.
- 05Closer Raisel Iglesias is also sidelined but expected to return soon.
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Michael Harris II, the Atlanta Braves' center fielder, was scratched from the lineup for the opening game of a weekend series against the Philadelphia Phillies due to tightness in his left quad. Harris had previously left the game against the Washington Nationals in the seventh inning. He is currently enjoying a strong season, boasting a batting average of .318, six home runs, and 16 RBIs. Braves manager Walt Weiss stated that Harris is considered day-to-day and does not anticipate him needing to go on the injured list. In Harris's absence, Eli White took over the center field position. Additionally, Weiss provided updates on closer Raisel Iglesias, who is currently sidelined due to shoulder inflammation but is not expected to be out for an extended period. Iglesias has been effective this season, recording five saves without allowing a run in 8.2 innings.
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The absence of Michael Harris II could affect the Braves' performance as they compete for a playoff spot.
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