When Star Pitchers Clash, Expect the Unthinkable—Will the Scores Soar or Sink?
The Braves are in fourth place of the National League East, which is a significant surprise considering the fact that this team is a few years removed from a World Series victory. They have been competing for the divisional crown each of the past few years, no matter what was happening with their roster. Consider that they’ve had a number of brutal injuries for the team, to key players, and the Braves have been resilient. This year has been a challenge from the beginning. The team is now 12 games under .500, and is extremely unlikely to make the playoffs. This afternoon, Spencer Strider takes the mound. He is 5-7 for the season with a 3.59 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP. He’s been better at home than on the road, and looking to improve on those marks here. He has produced a quality start in seven of his last eight outings, and his one non-quality start, he allowed three earned in five innings. He did face the Giants earlier in the year and allowed three earned runs in six innings, walking three and giving up three hits.Â
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