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Giants Look to Upset the Class of MLB

August 26, 2023 by Last Word On Baseball

Giants and Braves Clash in Exciting Showdown at Oracle Park

The San Francisco Giants will face off against the Atlanta Braves in an intense battle at Oracle Park. The Giants, with a record of 66-61, are currently standing strong in the National League West division. Led by their starting pitcher, Logan Webb, who boasts a record of 9-9 and an impressive ERA of 3.36, the Giants will bring their A-game to secure a victory. On the other side, the Braves, with a remarkable record of 82-44, are leading the National League East division. Spencer Strider will take the mound for the Braves, with an impressive record of 14-4 and a stellar ERA of 3.57. It’s a matchup of two powerhouse teams, vying for a crucial win.

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The game is scheduled for today at 7:15 PM Pacific and will be broadcast on MLB Network. Fans can look forward to a thrilling showdown between the Giants and Braves as both teams showcase their skills and battle for supremacy on the field.

What to Watch for:

– The Giants will rely on their solid pitching rotation, headed by Logan Webb, to shut down the Braves’ explosive offense.
– Keep an eye on the Braves’ batting average leaders, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II. Their consistent hitting has been a key factor in the team’s success.
– The Giants’ recent acquisition, Paul DeJong, made a strong debut with a two-run home run and four RBI. Will he continue to contribute to the team’s offense?
– The Braves’ powerful home run hitters, Matt Olson, Austin Riley, and Ronald Acuña Jr., will look to add to their impressive home run totals and provide a spark for their team.
– Both teams are dealing with several injuries. The Giants have players like Brandon Crawford and Mike Yastrzemski listed as day-to-day, while the Braves are missing players like Jesse Chavez and Ozzie Albies. How will these injuries impact the game?

Injuries:

San Francisco Giants: Roberto Pérez (C, Shoulder, D60), AJ Pollock (DH, Oblique, D10), Mark Mathias (2B, Shoulder, D60), John Brebbia (RP, Lat, D60), Mitch Haniger (LF, Forearm, D60), Brandon Crawford (SS, Forearm, D10), Thomas Szapucki (RP, Arm, D60), Cole Waites (RP, Elbow, D60), Anthony DeSclafani (SP, Elbow, D60), Ross Stripling (SP, Back, D15), Mike Yastrzemski (CF, Hamstring, D10)

Atlanta Braves: Jesse Chavez (RP, Shin, D60), Dylan Lee (RP, Shoulder, D60), Yonny Chirinos (SP, Elbow, D15), Sam Hilliard (CF, Heel, D10), Tyler Matzek (RP, Elbow, D60), Ehire Adrianza (2B, Elbow, D60), Kyle Wright (SP, Shoulder, Rehabbing), Kolby Allard (SP, Shoulder, D60), Daysbel Hernández (RP, Forearm, D15), Ozzie Albies (2B, Hamstring, D10), Nick Anderson (RP, Shoulder, D60), Huascar Ynoa (SP, Elbow, D60)

Main photo credits:

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

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