Braves News: NL East clash, Giants claim series in Atlanta, and more

After a series loss at Truist Park, the Atlanta Braves gear up to host the division rival Philadelphia Phillies for a three game set beginning tonight at 7:20 ET. The Braves enter the series at 47-38. The Phillies, however, enter play at 57-30 and have a nine-game lead over the East.

Max Fried, Spencer Schwellenbach, and Reynaldo López are each penciled in to start against Aaron Nola, Ranger Suárez, and Michael Mercado.

This series will wrap up the long homestand before the Braves head out West to end the first half.

More Braves News:

The Braves dropped the series finale to the San Francisco Giants 4-2. Chris Sale’s dominance and a quiet offense headline the takeaways from the series loss.

Orlando Arcia was out once again due to a tooth infection and is questionable for the upcoming series.

Our 2024 draft preview series continues with third basemen.

Dylan Lee is back in midseason form, and he’s been an underrated piece of the 2024 bullpen success.

Eli White had a ridiculous Wednesday in Triple–A with two homers and two doubles. More in the minor league recap.

Justin Toscano of the Atlanta-Journal Constitution highlights the Braves’ trends when opponents score four or more runs.

MLB News:

The Philadelphia Phillies top the AJC’s latest power rankings.

The Washington Nationals selected the contract of Juan Yepez, who will likely see some time at first base after the club optioned Joey Meneses.

The New York Mets released outfielder Trayce Thompson, per the transaction log. The 33-year-old joined the Mets on a minor league deal during the offseason.

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right-hander Jared Jones on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain. Jones exited his start on Wednesday after five innings and 78 pitches.

The Miami Marlins selected the contract of right-hander Matt Andriese, who will take Tim Anderson’s spot on the 40-man roster.