Albert Almora Jr, who was recalled when rosters expanded on September 1st, leads off against the Milwaukee Brewers in the middle of a pennant race. Almora is batting .212 with a .230 wOBA against lefties this season.
The usual trio of Nicholas Castellanos, Anthony Rizzo, and Kris Bryant follows leadoff hitter Almora.
Batting fifth is David Bote, who was just recalled when Craig Kimbrel was placed on the 10-day IL a few days ago. In limited playing time (35 PA), Bote has hit .462 with a .