Braves' Mallex Smith: Leading off Wednesday

Smith is leading off Wednesday against the Mets.

Analysis:

Nick Markakis is unavailable due to a family emergency, so the Braves will go with Chase d'Arnaud in right field, while Smith moves from ninth to first in the order. The 22-year-old Smith is hitting only .237 with eight RBI on the season but he's collected five hits over his last three games, including his first home run of the season Tuesday night.