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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MAY 15: Michael Harris II #23 of the Atlanta Braves reacts as he rounds second base after hitting a solo homer in the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Truist Park on May 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
On Thursday, the Atlanta Braves will look to avoid getting swept by the San Francisco Giants (at Truist Park).
They most recently lost by a score of 7-5 on Wednesday night.
Michael Harris got hurt during the start of Tuesday’s game (that got postponed).
The Braves wrote (via X) on June 16: “OF Michael Harris II was removed from tonight’s game due to lower back tightness.”
OF Michael Harris II was removed from tonight’s game due to lower back tightness.
He was not in the lineup in Wednesday night’s loss.
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GettyMichael Harris II #23 of the Atlanta Braves rounds third base on his way to score during the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Truist Park on June 16, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Ahead of Thursday’s game, Mark Bowman of MLB.com sent out a post (via X).
Bowman wrote: “Michael Harris II felt better than expected yesterday. With the strong possibility today’s game is rained out, this could be another day of rest. When his back tightened on June 5, he pinch hit on June 7 and was back in the lineup on June 9. We’ll see if this latest back ailment calls for a similar timetable”
Michael Harris II felt better than expected yesterday. With the strong possibility today’s game is rained out, this could be another day of rest. When his back tightened on June 5, he pinch hit on June 7 and was back in the lineup on June 9. We’ll see if this latest back ailment
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar