The Braves enter play against the Phillies on Wednesday with the hope of trimming their magic number, which currently sits at three. A tough loss a night ago, in which the Braves had the tying run on third base in the ninth inning, will sting but can quickly be avenged as Atlanta turns to Julio Teheran in the second game of the series.
Teheran currently owns a solid 10-9 record with a 3.50 ERA, but a 4.55 FIP in 1671⁄3 innings pitched this season. The right-hander leads the National League in walks with 80, which serves to buoy his FIP considerably.