The Braves start their season series with the division rival Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, which is kind of weird, since it’s May 23rd. Regardless, both teams come into Monday with a sub-optimal 19-22 record, although this is more surprising for Atlanta, based on the projection systems. This will be a four game series in Atlanta, so a series win would go a long way. Game one is a significantly unfavorable pitching lineup for Atlanta on paper, as the Phillies will start last year’s Cy Young runner up Zach Wheeler versus Tucker Davidson on the Atlanta side.
Davidson was recalled to the majors last week to make a start against the Brewers where he allowed three hits and three walks over five scoreless innings.