Braves Face Tough Test Against Division-Leading Phillies on Tuesday

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Atlanta Braves will take on the Philadelphia Phillies on May 27 at Citizens Bank Park. This matchup comes as Braves pitcher Spencer Strider seeks to bounce back after two subpar starts following a lengthy injury recovery.

Strider, who has struggled since returning from elbow surgery, had a decent first inning in his return but allowed a homer in his initial outing, which left a sour taste. He faced the Nationals in his second start but did not perform well, further adding to his frustration.

The Braves hope for a better performance from Strider as they face a Phillies team that recently ended a nine-game winning streak but is still performing strongly this season. The Phillies have lost just five series in total, showcasing their dominance against weaker teams.

Despite their formidable record, the Phillies have not been invulnerable against strong competition. However, they’ve been consistent at home, and their lineup, featuring stars like Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, has proved effective. Philadelphia is currently leading the MLB with a .261 batting average and impressive pitching stats.

For the Braves to win, they will need their bats to support Strider against Phillies pitcher Ranger Suárez, who has also been recovering from injuries but has shown resilience on the mound. Historically, the Braves have found success against Suárez when hitting home runs, a strategy they will likely need to employ again.

Game time is set for 6:45 p.m. EDT, and the matchup can be watched on FanDuel Sports South or TBS for out-of-market viewers.