Braves name Smith as DH for Orioles clash
Dominic Smith starts at designated hitter to face Baltimore right-hander, with Drake Baldwin leading off and Bryce Elder pitching.
The Atlanta Braves have announced their starting lineup for the upcoming home game against the Baltimore Orioles, scheduled for 7:05 PM ET in Atlanta. The team has named Dominic Smith as the starting designated hitter, a selection driven by platoon splits against the opposing right-handed pitcher. Smith is slotted to bat sixth in the order for this matchup.
Drake Baldwin has been designated to start at catcher and will lead off the Braves' batting lineup. On the mound, Bryce Elder is scheduled to start for Atlanta. The team is looking to secure a series win in this home contest, with the pitching matchup described as facing a similar-quality pitcher for Baltimore.
The Baltimore Orioles are set to start a pitcher referred to only by the initials "B.Y." in the source material. The specific identity of this player is not explicitly stated beyond these initials. The Orioles' official social media account confirmed the lineup details for what is being billed as Game Two of the series.
The game will be broadcast on BravesVision and MLBTV. Regional coverage is also available via MASN, MASN+, 98 Rock, 97.9 FM, and WBAL 1090 AM. The announcement was made via a post from the Baltimore Orioles' official account on July 25, 2026, which included links to view the opposing lineup.
Atlanta aims to close out the series with a victory at home. The lineup changes reflect strategic adjustments to the opposing pitching staff, with Smith's inclusion specifically noted to exploit advantages against right-handed pitching.
