Braun (knee/ankle) is back in the lineup Thursday, manning left field and hitting third against Jake Arrieta and the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

He left Tuesday's game with knee and ankle sprains after sliding into the outfield wall, but after one day of rest Wednesday he is ready to get back out there. Braun has been one of the best hitters in the National League this year, slashing .325/.388/.566 with 22 home runs and 13 steals in 410 plate appearances.