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Atlanta Braves: Starting Lineup Season Projections

By Kit Anderson

Sep 30, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (2) throws a runner out at first base against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 30, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (2) throws a runner out at first base against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /
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The Atlanta Braves opening day lineup seems to be set as the team is in the final week of spring training. What should Braves fans expect from their starting eight this season?

Brandon Phillips
Mar 12, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Brandon Phillips (4) forces out New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Hicks (31) and throws the ball to first base during the third inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

The Atlanta Braves lineup seems to be set for opening day with veteran additions Brandon Phillips and Matt Kemp set for their first full seasons as a part of the Atlanta Braves roster. Young shortstop Dansby Swanson will be starting his first full season as well at shortstop.

A roster that struggled to score runs in 2016 has a much better lineup headed into the season and could be one of the better offenses in the National League.  Freddie Freeman will be a big part of that as well as he looks to be entering the prime of his career.

The offense does have some question marks however, with Adonis Garcia and Tyler Flowers coming off career years it is fair to wonder how much production they can give the Braves? Here are our projections for the Braves opening day lineup:

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