"Before the Atlanta Braves took on the division leading Phillies, their bats had been pretty hot. That was thanks to Jurickson Profar playing out of his mind, the Michael Harris resurgence, Drake Baldwin continuing to do his thing, Matt Olson staying steady as always, and Ozzie Albies deciding to finally hit. It also always helps when you have the all-world talent of Ronald Acuña Jr. on your side."
"Today, they are scheduled to face Colin Rea who does not fall into the really good pitching category in terms of MLB level pitchers. He has had a solid career, but has never been above average. He is having a solid enough season this year in terms of his 4.23 ERA, but his 1.318 WHIP, and 4.96 xERA it shows he has been on the lucky side of ERA so far this season."
"Before the lineup dropped there was a question on whether or not Fraley may get the start because he has absolutely dominated Rea to a .500 average, and 1.571 OPS with two HRs in his twelve at-bats. The other question was whether or not Marcell Ozuna would get the start since he has struggled to a .125 average over his eight at-bats against Rea."
Braves hitters entered the series hot thanks to Jurickson Profar, Michael Harris, Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, and Ronald Acuña Jr. The offense dipped against the Phillies while facing stronger pitching. The Braves will face Colin Rea, a veteran with a 4.23 ERA, 1.318 WHIP, and 4.96 xERA, indicating some luck in his current ERA. Braves hitters have limited experience versus Rea; Jake Fraley has dominated him in 12 at-bats. Fraley will start, Profar is the DH, Acuña will play in the field, and Drake Baldwin hits cleanup. Matt Olson has a strong clip versus Rea.
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