AJ Smith-Shawver and Roki Sasaki start for Braves vs Dodgers matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:50 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face the Los Angeles Dodgers tonight at 7:15 EDT, with AJ Smith-Shawver and Roki Sasaki taking the mound. Smith-Shawver is making his third start of the season, while Sasaki has struggled with a 4.42 ERA despite logging numerous innings. This series could bolster the Braves' confidence as they seek to establish themselves as serious contenders for the World Series. The matchup suggests a potentially high-scoring game is on the horizon.
- •Braves aim for a series win against the Dodgers tonight.
- •AJ Smith-Shawver making his third start, limited to 4.1 innings previously.
- •Roki Sasaki scheduled to pitch despite a 4.42 ERA this season.
- •First pitch is set for 7:15 EDT.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Braves vs Dodgers chat and discussion: AJ Smith-Shawver vs Roki Sasaki
"Based on the pitching matchup, we may see more runs than usual in a Braves vs Dodgers game
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