Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh is playing against the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of the 2026 National League Wild Card Series on Wednesday, September 30.
Marsh is back in the Phillies’ starting lineup after not starting Game 1 against Braves left-hander Chris Sale. With Atlanta turning to right-hander Tyler Mahle, Philadelphia has inserted Marsh back into the lineup.
Is Brandon Marsh Playing vs. Braves?
Yes. Brandon Marsh is starting for the Phillies against the Braves in Game 2. He is scheduled to play left field and bat sixth for Philadelphia.
Marsh’s return gives the Phillies another left-handed bat as they attempt to keep their postseason run alive against their NL East rival.
Phillies Starting Lineup vs. Braves
Philadelphia’s starting lineup for Game 2:
- Trea Turner — SS
- Kyle Schwarber — DH
- Bryce Harper — RF
- Alec Bohm — 1B
- Bryson Stott — 2B
- Brandon Marsh — LF
- Edmundo Sosa — 3B
- Justin Crawford — CF
- J.T. Realmuto — C
Why Didn’t Brandon Marsh Start Game 1?
Marsh did not start Game 1 with Atlanta sending left-handed pitcher Chris Sale to the mound.
The matchup changes for Game 2, with Braves right-hander Tyler Mahle getting the start. That allows Philadelphia to utilize Marsh’s left-handed bat and changes the construction of the Phillies lineup.
Brandon Marsh Returns for a Crucial Phillies-Braves Game
Getting Marsh back into the starting nine gives Philadelphia another established offensive option in the bottom half of its lineup.
Batting sixth, Marsh will have opportunities to drive in runners if Philadelphia’s top hitters — including Turner, Schwarber, Harper, Bohm and Stott — can reach base.
For Phillies fans wondering whether Brandon Marsh is playing against the Braves today, the answer is yes. Marsh is starting in left field and batting sixth in Game 2 of the 2026 NL Wild Card Series.