Orioles Look to Sweep as Braves Aim to End Skid in High-Stakes Sunday Showdown
What a matchup we’ve got on our hands today! The Atlanta Braves are desperate to snap a tough three-game losing streak as they take on the Baltimore Orioles in a Sunday matinee at Truist Park. Both teams come into this game with identical records of 39-49, but with very different recent trajectories—and that’s what makes this game so intriguing.
Now, let’s set the stage. Atlanta has had a rough go lately. They’ve dropped three in a row and only managed to win two of their last 10 games. Their offense is batting just .229 during that stretch, and the pitching hasn’t fared much better, with a 4.85 ERA and a -24 run differential. That’s not the kind of momentum you want heading into a series finale.
But there’s still plenty of firepower in Atlanta’s lineup. Matt Olson is doing what he does best—slugging. With 17 home runs and 58 RBIs, he continues to be a dangerous presence at the plate. And how about Ronald Acuña Jr.? The guy is batting .333 with nine homers and 18 RBIs. If anyone can spark a turnaround, it’s him.
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The Orioles, on the other hand, are looking to pull off a sweep after taking the first two games, including a 9-6 win last night. Their recent form is more stable—going 5-5 in their last 10—but the injury list is brutal. They’re missing key players like Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle, and Grayson Rodriguez, yet they’re still finding ways to compete.
Gunnar Henderson continues to be a steady force for Baltimore, hitting .275 with 10 home runs and 29 RBIs. Meanwhile, Ramón Laureano is heating up, going 14-for-40 with seven doubles and a homer in his last 10 games.
On the mound, it’s Trevor Rogers for the Orioles—just his second start of the season, but he’s been lights out so far with a 2.05 ERA. Atlanta counters with Grant Holmes, who has been solid despite a 4-7 record. He’s got a 3.47 ERA and has punched out 113 batters this season, so expect some fireworks on the mound.
This game isn’t just about snapping losing streaks or building win streaks—it’s about setting the tone for the second half of the season. Both teams are tied in the standings, sitting near the bottom of their divisions, but there’s still time to turn things around.
First pitch is at 11:35 a.m. ET. Whether you're betting, watching, or just following along, this one has all the makings of a tightly contested game with plenty on the line. The Braves need to stop the bleeding, and the Orioles? They’d love nothing more than to fly back home with a sweep in hand.
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