Pat Murphy shuffles Brewers' batting order ahead of World Series opener against Rays

The Milwaukee Brewers adjusted their batting order for World Series Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Rays, with manager Pat Murphy moving captain Christian Yelich to the third spot. Yelich has faced Rays starter Nick Martinez 19 times in his career, batting .263 with a home run, and his new position could pressure Rays manager Kevin Cash to decide whether to keep Martinez in the game or use his bullpen early. The Brewers also moved NLCS MVP Sal Bauers up to the second spot to protect leadoff hitter Jackson Chourio, while Brent Turang dropped from second to fifth in the order.

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