BRAVES NEWS
The Braves got seven strong innings from Mike Foltynewicz en route to a 7-2 win over the Phillies on Monday. Josh Donaldson backed the effort with a three-run homer, Ronald Acuna hit a leadoff homer, and Freddie Freeman added three hits. The magic number now stands at 10 with three weeks remaining in the regular season.
Gabe Burns writes that Atlanta may add a significant veteran piece in the coming days, and Nick Markakis nears his return from a broken wrist.
Braves outfielder Nick Markakis, who has been sidelined since July 27 with a fractured wrist, will take live batting practice Wednesday in Philadelphia and could return to team as soon as Friday.