Phillies and Braves Set for Doubleheader After Rainout

The Phillies and Braves face a packed schedule after the rainout forced a doubleheader. All eyes are on Bryce Harper, who sustained a bruised elbow. His quick healing track record provides some optimism, but his absence would be a blow to the Phillies' lineup. For the Braves, Michael Harris II's performance is under scrutiny. Despite leading the team in RBIs, his low OPS and lack of recent home runs raise concerns about his offensive consistency. The pitching matchups for the doubleheader are set, with both teams utilizing their top starters. This series provides an opportunity for both teams to solidify their positions in the National League East. The Braves summoned reliever Dylan Dodd as the 27th man for the doubleheader. Ronald Acuña Jr. is also sitting out game 1. Meanwhile, MLB will donate more than $4 million toward community initiatives around Atlanta ahead of July’s All-Star game at Truist Park, including field renovations and community gardens.

The game was postponed due to rain.

His status is uncertain and will depend on the level of swelling in his elbow.

Cristopher Sánchez and Zack Wheeler.

He leads the Braves in RBIs but has a low OPS and hasn't homered in about five weeks.

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