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The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves continue their four-game divisional series on Sunday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park. After splitting the opening two contests, the teams remain locked in a tight battle, with the third game providing an opportunity for either side to gain ground in the National League East standings.
Aaron Nola takes the mound for Philadelphia, looking to build on his recent strong performance. The veteran right-hander has been one of the team’s most reliable starters this month, compiling an impressive 3-1 record with a 2.65 earned run average throughout August.
Atlanta counters with Tyler Mahle on the hill. The Braves acquired Mahle via trade late in July, and he has quickly established himself as a valuable piece of their rotation. Through five starts following the trade, Mahle has maintained a 1.48 ERA, providing consistent quality pitching for the division leaders.
First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 PM, with the game receiving local television coverage on NBCSP. Sunday’s contest marks a key moment in the series, as either team could seize momentum heading into the finale.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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