Atlanta Braves News: NL East duel, Giants win series in Atlanta, more

After a series loss at Truist Park, the Atlanta Braves prepare to host their division rival Philadelphia Phillies for a three-game series that begins tonight at 7:20 p.m. ET. The Braves enter the series at 47-38. The Phillies, on the other hand, enter the game at 57-30 and hold a nine-game lead over the East.

Max Fried, Spencer Schwellenbach and Reynaldo López are expected to face Aaron Nola, Ranger Suárez and Michael Mercado.

This series concludes the long home game streak before the Braves head west to finish the first half.

More Braves news:

The Braves lost the series finale 4-2 to the San Francisco Giants. The dominance of Chris Sale and a quiet offense are the most important takeaways from the series loss.

Orlando Arcia was again out due to a tooth infection and his participation in the upcoming series is questionable.

Our 2024 draft preview series continues with the third basemen.

Dylan Lee is back in top form midseason and was an underrated part of the 2024 bullpen success.

Eli White had an incredible Wednesday in Triple-A with two home runs and two doubles. Read 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 lead the AJC’s latest power rankings.

The Washington Nationals have selected the contract of Juan Yepez, who will likely spend some time at first base after the club granted an option to Joey Meneses.

The New York Mets have released outfielder Trayce Thompson, according to the transaction log. The 33-year-old joined the Mets in the offseason on a minor league contract.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed right-hander Jared Jones on the 15-day injured list with a strained right latissimus dorsi. Jones retired from his start on Wednesday after five innings and 78 pitches.

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