Atlanta Braves scratch Reynaldo Lopez for Nationals game amid knee issue
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:18 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are facing the Washington Nationals in a four-game series, having won the first two games. As they prepare for their third matchup on Saturday, starter Reynaldo Lopez has been scratched due to a knee injury. This development comes shortly after Lopez returned to the starting rotation, raising concerns about his health. Martín Pérez will take Lopez's place as the starter against the Nationals.
- •Braves currently lead their series against the Nationals 2-0.
- •Reynaldo Lopez has been scratched from Saturday's game due to a knee issue.
- •Martín Pérez will start in place of Lopez.
- •Lopez had just returned to the Braves' rotation after previous injuries.
- 8:18 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Manager Announced Reynaldo López Update After Nationals Game
- 1:45 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Announce Reynaldo Lopez Change Ahead of Nationals Game
"The Atlanta Braves are rolling right now and currently hold an 8.0-game lead in the National League after catching fire after the All-Star break. Atlanta has won 11 of its last 16 games, including three straight against the Washington Nationals. The Braves-Nationals series will conclude on Sunday afternoon. Before the Braves game on Saturday, the […] The post Atlanta Braves Manager Announced Reynaldo López Update After Nationals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Atlanta Braves are currently taking on the Washington Nationals in a four-game set this weekend. The Braves have already taken the first two games of the series and will go for the series win on Saturday. With both lineups already released, the Braves have made a last-minute change regarding starter Reynaldo Lopez. Reynaldo Lopez […] The post Atlanta Braves Announce Reynaldo Lopez Change Ahead of Nationals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 8:18 AMAtlanta Braves Manager Announced Reynaldo López Update After Nationals Game
The Atlanta Braves are rolling right now and currently hold an 8.0-game lead in the National League after catching fire after the All-Star break. Atlanta has won 11 of its last 16 games, including three straight against the Washington Nationals. The Braves-Nationals series will conclude on Sunday afternoon. Before the Braves game on Saturday, the […] The post Atlanta Braves Manager Announced Reynaldo López Update After Nationals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 1:45 AMAtlanta Braves Announce Reynaldo Lopez Change Ahead of Nationals Game
The Atlanta Braves are currently taking on the Washington Nationals in a four-game set this weekend. The Braves have already taken the first two games of the series and will go for the series win on Saturday. With both lineups already released, the Braves have made a last-minute change regarding starter Reynaldo Lopez. Reynaldo Lopez […] The post Atlanta Braves Announce Reynaldo Lopez Change Ahead of Nationals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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