The Secret Weapon Back Starters Use to Shatter Opponents’ Offenses Before They Even Begin
Sunday’s slate usually reserves a spotlight for the grand spectacle that is Sunday Night Baseball — the kind of lopsided marquee clash that commands your undivided attention. But today? I’m sidestepping that usual script. Sure, the Dodgers-Mets showdown has its own charm (and plenty of drama), but honestly, the real gem lies pitching tonight between the Padres and Braves. Here’s a question that’s been rattling in my mind: can a team still be “hot” when their numbers say otherwise — or is this Padres squad just a mirage fading fast? They burst out like contenders but have since slipped into a slump that makes you wonder if they’re turning back into the mediocre crew of years past. Meanwhile, the Braves, who started so rough they practically gifted the division to the Mets and Phillies, seem to be finding their groove — but can they really make up lost ground? Throw in a Dylan Cease who’s showing flashes yet hasn’t fully taken flight, against a Spencer Schwellenbach who’s been a home gem but inconsistent elsewhere, and this game promises more intrigue than your typical midseason dance. I’m leaning Braves to edge it — but don’t be surprised if the pitching duel turns this into a chess match rather than a slugfest. Curious for the deep dive? LEARN MORE.Padres vs. Braves, 4:10 ET
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