Ryan Braun: Will make spring debut Wednesday

Braun (back) is in the lineup for Wednesday's spring game.

Analysis:

Braun has been held out of games up to this point in order to lessen the strain on his surgically-repaired back, but he still needs time to find his swing and get in playing shape before the regular season begins, and the Brewers believe he should still have plenty of time to do that. Barring any setbacks over the next couple weeks, Braun will start in left field and bat third for the Brewers on Opening Day.