The San Francisco Giants and Atlanta Braves wrap up their three-game series as first pitch is scheduled for 12:15 PM ET, with both teams looking to claim the rubber match after splitting the first two games. The Giants snapped a six-game losing streak with a dominant 9–0 win on Tuesday, while the Braves took the opener 9–5 behind a six-RBI performance from rookie Drake Baldwin.
Matchup Overview
- Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
- Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
- Time: 12:15 PM ET
- Broadcast: MLB Network, NBCS-BA (Giants), FDSNSO (Braves)
- Streaming: MLB.TV, FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply)
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braves | Spencer Strider (RHP) | 4–7 | 3.59 | 1.15 | 82 |
| Giants | Justin Verlander (RHP) | 0–8 | 4.99 | 1.51 | 67 |
- Spencer Strider is rounding into form, posting a 2.89 ERA in July and allowing 0 ER in his last start vs. the Yankees. He’s struck out 82 batters in 67.2 innings and has five straight quality starts.
- Justin Verlander, despite his Hall-of-Fame pedigree, has struggled in 2025. He’s winless in 16 starts and owns a 9.26 ERA in July, with opponents batting .292 against him.
Key Players to Watch
Atlanta Braves
- Matt Olson: .266 AVG, 18 HR, 64 RBI – six-game hit streak; 3-for-5 Tuesday.
- Ronald Acuña Jr.: .328 AVG, 13 HR, 37 BB – scored three times Monday; hitting .278 over last five games.
- Ozzie Albies: .223 AVG, 9 HR – 10 RBI in last five games.
- Marcell Ozuna: .235 AVG, 13 HR – consistent power threat.
San Francisco Giants
- Rafael Devers: .266 AVG, 17 HR, 69 RBI – RBI single Tuesday; ranks 12th in MLB in RBI.
- Willy Adames: .230 AVG, 15 HR – 4-for-5 with a homer and two doubles Monday.
- Heliot Ramos: .266 AVG, 14 HR – team leader in batting average.
- Wilmer Flores: Homered Tuesday; 4 RBI in the win.
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Giants | Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Average | .231 (26th MLB) | .243 (20th MLB) |
| Slugging Percentage | .371 (28th) | .391 (19th) |
| Home Runs | 93 (25th) | 110 (15th) |
| Runs Scored | 413 (22nd) | 415 (21st) |
| Team ERA | 3.96 | 4.02 |
- Giants have won five of the last six meetings vs. Atlanta.
- Braves are 26–25 at home, while the Giants are 25–29 on the road.
- San Francisco is 30–9 when scoring 5+ runs, including Tuesday’s 9-run outburst.
Final Takeaway
The Giants vs. Braves matchup features a classic veteran vs. rising ace showdown. With Spencer Strider trending upward and Justin Verlander fighting to regain form, Atlanta holds the edge on the mound. Offensively, expect fireworks from Matt Olson, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Rafael Devers, while bullpen depth could be the deciding factor.
Game Odds
San Francisco Giants 8.5
Atlanta Braves – 173
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Tuesday, July 22, 2025
