The Atlanta Braves end their four-game away streak against the San Diego Padres Petco-Park on April 17th. The teams split their first two matchups. At the time of writing, Saturday’s score has yet to be released.
The San Diego Padres have had a strong start to the season despite the absence of superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. The Padres are currently a game over .500 in a competitive National League West. Defending World Series champion Atlanta Braves also got off to a solid start, with some close losses as they are currently one game below .500. This Sunday’s matchup is going to be great, and neither team will be willing to budge an inch.
game details
Fastening: Atlanta Braves vs. San Diego Padres | regular season
Appointment time: Sunday, April 17 at 7:08 p.m. EDT
Venue: Petco Park, San Diego, California
Atlanta Braves preview
The Atlanta Braves have high expectations for 2022, especially for the success of their bullpen. Against a team like the San Diego Padres, pitching will be paramount. Slowing down your electric offensive will be key to a victory on the road.
Key Player – Bryce Elder
The first line of Bryce Elder’s MLB career: 5.2 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 4 K, 85 pitches
“The first line of Bryce Elder’s MLB career: 5.2 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 4 K, 85 pitches” – @JustinCToscano
If Elder is up to the task, he can establish himself as a premier starting pitcher in 2022.
Expected lineup for the Atlanta Braves
Starting pitcher – Bryce Elder
- Ozzie Albies, 2B
- Matt Olson, 1B
- Austin Riley, 3B
- Marcell Ozuna, DH
- Travis d’Arnaud, C
- Adam Duvall, CF
- Guillermo Heredia, RF
- Orlando Arcia, LF
- Dansby Swanson, SS
San Diego Padres preview
Winning a home series against the world champions would be a great achievement to start a season. With the offensive skills of Manny Machado and Luke Voit, the San Diego Padres can do just that. In addition to their offensive play, one of their top pitchers will start the game trying to choke Matt Olson and the Atlanta Braves’ stacked lineup.
Key Player – Yu Darvish
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This April 17 matchup can be found on ESPN and will be one of the most celebratory matchups of the weekend starting at 7:08pm EDT.
Edited by Jodi Whisenhunt
