Braves extend win streak to 5 games, maintain 7-game lead in NL East
Atlanta's 8-2 L10 record and +57 run differential contrasts sharply with Philadelphia's 2-8 L10 and -38 differential; the Braves' rotation is anchored by Elder (0.77 ERA, 23 SO in 4 starts) and Sale (2.79 ERA, 4-1) while the Phillies' Walker has posted a 9.16 ERA across three starts. The Dodgers' loss to Colorado—despite being 15-6 with a +48 run differential—signals vulnerability entering their matchup against the Rockies tonight.