Atlanta Braves pitcher Martin Perez pitches against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Truist Park on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Cumberland, Georgia. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect See more of our coverage in your search results.
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Two of the best teams in the National League square off in Philadelphia this weekend.
The Bravos’ Martin Perez is 0-1 in his last two starts, but he was brilliant, allowing just two runs over those 9 ²/₃ innings.
The Phillies, who still believe they can catch Atlanta in the division race, counter with ace Zack Wheeler, who gave up just one run over six strong innings in a win against the Halos.
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler reacts after the first inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in Seattle. AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson But Seattle marinated Wheeler for eight runs on nine hits over four forgettable frames in his previous start.
We will play $50 on Perez and the Braves (+132, FanDuel).
Mickey Gasper homered and the Red Sox toasted the O’s 1-0.
Then the Mets built a 7-0 lead and beat the Giants 10-6.
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