Braves' struggles vs. Padres continue with sweep
MLB.com • • sports
Key Points:
- The Atlanta Braves have now lost nine consecutive games at Petco Park against the San Diego Padres, dating back to the 2024 NL Wild Card Series, and have been outscored 39-19 in these contests.
- The Braves are struggling overall, having lost 10 of their past 13 games, which has reduced their NL East division lead from 9 1/2 games to 4 1/2 games.
- Rookie Drake Baldwin is experiencing a significant slump, hitting just 1-for-31 with 19 strikeouts since returning from an oblique injury, coinciding with the Braves' offensive decline.
- The Braves' bullpen has been overtaxed due to short outings from starters, with only five games since May 26 where a starter completed six innings, contributing to recent losses.
- Joey Bart hit his first home run since joining the Braves, preventing a shutout in Wednesday’s game, and may see increased playing time due to veteran catcher Sean Murphy’s extended injury absence.
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