Albert Almora out of Cubs' lineup versus Braves
Chicago Cubs center fielder Albert Almora is not starting in Thursday afternoon's series finale versus the Atlanta Braves.
Jason Heyward is moving to center field in place of Almora while Carlos Gonzalez makes the start in right field. Kyle Schwarber is back in the leadoff spot after Almora filled in Wednesday.
numberFire's models expect Almora to record 4 homers, 22 RBI, 26 runs scored, and 3 steals over the rest of the season.
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