After a frustrating run against the Rockies and Reds, the Atlanta Braves have performed well in recent days, winning of the last four games to return to .500 for the season. On Thursday afternoon, Brian Snitker’s team will have the opportunity to keep the mojo going in a “getaway day” special against the San Diego Padres.
The Braves will be aiming for a series victory behind Mike Foltynewicz, who is scheduled to make his second start of the season. In his first outing, the powerful right-hander wasn’t dominant, allowing four runs in six innings, but Foltynewicz was Atlanta’s ace a season ago and it will be interesting to see how he looks in his second trip to the mound.