Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia.
First pitch: 7:15 p.m. ET.
TV/streaming: FOX (national) and Fubo.
This is Game 2 of a three-game interleague series. The Diamondbacks won the opener 2-0 on Friday behind Brandon Pfaadt’s strong seven-inning outing (two hits, seven strikeouts) and a Tim Tawa solo homer in the ninth. Arizona improved to a solid record when starters go deep and when limiting opponents to three or fewer runs. The Braves, first in the NL East with a strong home mark (41-22), were shut out for the first time since late June. Arizona leads the season series 3-2.
Starting Pitchers
Diamondbacks: LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (11-4, 2.70 ERA, 1.23 WHIP, 143.1 IP, 101 K, 47 BB in 24 starts). Excellent season with strong recent form (quality starts common; last outing 7 IP, 2 ER, 9 K vs. Dodgers). Career numbers vs. Braves favorable in limited sample.
Braves: RHP Grant Holmes (7-4, 3.47 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 114.0 IP, 94 K, 48 BB in ~22-23 starts). Solid mid-rotation contributor with recent scoreless or low-run outings (e.g., vs. Yankees and Marlins). Consistent enough to keep games competitive.
Rodriguez’s lower ERA and stronger win-loss mark give Arizona an edge on paper; Holmes has shown the ability to limit damage in recent starts. Left-right matchup creates potential platoon opportunities.
Probable/Approximate Key Roster Notes
Diamondbacks (key contributors): Corbin Carroll, Gabriel Moreno (strong AVG), Ketel Marte (day-to-day knee; left Friday’s game with soreness but listed probable/possible), Geraldo Perdomo, Nolan Arenado, Tim Tawa (recent HR), others. Balanced attack with speed and contact; power somewhat lower team-wide.
Braves (key contributors): Matt Olson (power leader, ~35 HR), Ronald Acuña Jr., Michael Harris II (high AVG), Austin Riley, Ozzie Albies, Drake Baldwin, Mauricio Dubón, Mike Yastrzemski, others. Strong power (164 team HR) and solid overall offense.
Injury Reports
Diamondbacks: Jordan Lawlar (10-day IL, hamstring), Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (10-day, adductor), Tommy Troy (10-day, shoulder), Ryan Thompson (15-day, back), Drey Jameson (15-day, hip), A.J. Puk (60-day, elbow), Cristian Mena (60-day, shoulder), Blake Walston (60-day, elbow), Ryne Nelson (60-day, elbow), Zac Gallen (60-day, elbow), Corbin Burnes (60-day, elbow), Andrew Saalfrank (60-day, shoulder), Justin Martinez (60-day, elbow), Ketel Marte (day-to-day, knee). Heavy pitching IL list.
Braves: Reynaldo López (15-day IL, knee), Robert Suarez (15-day, elbow), Spencer Strider (60-day, elbow), Spencer Schwellenbach (60-day, elbow), Joey Wentz (60-day, knee), Joe Jimenez (60-day, knee). Notable rotation and bullpen absences.
Weather Forecast
Truist Park: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy, highs around 95°F (heat index higher, mid-to-upper 90s/low 100s possible), northwest winds 5–10 mph. Slight chance of isolated afternoon/evening thunderstorms (20% or less). Hot and humid conditions; heat advisory in effect in the area. Night game should be manageable but warm.
Recent Team Forms
Diamondbacks: 5-5 last 10; mixed but capable of strong pitching performances (Friday shutout). Road record 29-31.
Braves: 6-4 last 10; strong overall and excellent at home. Offensive firepower but blanked Friday.
Series History (2026)
Arizona leads 3-2 after Friday’s win. Earlier April series was split or competitive (Braves took early games, D-backs responded). Limited recent H2H beyond the current set.
Key Player vs. Player / Matchup Notes
Rodriguez (LHP, low ERA) vs. Braves order (Olson power, Acuña tools, Harris contact, Riley, Albies): Left-handed starter against a righty-heavy power lineup; Rodriguez’s command and ability to induce weak contact will be tested by Atlanta’s slug.
Holmes (RHP) vs. Diamondbacks bats (Carroll speed/power, Moreno contact, Marte if available, Perdomo, Arenado): Right-hander facing a balanced group; Arizona’s lefty threats and recent pitching success create a competitive dynamic.
Broader: Braves’ home power advantage and depth vs. Diamondbacks’ strong starting pitching (Rodriguez form) and ability to win low-scoring games. Bullpen management is critical given both sides’ IL situations. Marte availability could swing Arizona’s middle-of-order production.
Betting Trends
Braves’ superior record and home dominance vs. Arizona’s road results and Friday’s pitching gem. Rodriguez’s strong season numbers support a competitive or under lean; may favor Atlanta heavily after the shutout. Sharp action sometimes noted on the underdog side.
Game Odds
Arizona Diamondbacks 9
Atlanta Braves – 127
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 14, 2026
