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Braves aim for eighth straight win against Marlins as Perez starts

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Braves aim for eighth straight win against Marlins as Perez starts
Summary

The Atlanta Braves host the Miami Marlins on August 6, aiming for their eighth consecutive victory. Currently, the Braves have allowed four or fewer runs in their last eight games, with Martin Perez on the mound following a recent strong outing against the Nationals. The Marlins, competing for an NL Wild Card spot, send Janson Junk to start in an attempt to avoid a sweep. The match is currently underway at Truist Park in Atlanta.

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  • •Braves lead with seven straight wins entering the game.
  • •Martin Perez pitches for Atlanta after a dominant outing last week.
  • •Marlins trail by three games in the Wild Card standings.
  • •Game is currently underway at Truist Park, scheduled for 7:15 p.m. EDT.
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  • 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Eight in a row, sweep on the line as Martin Perez looks to extend Braves’ stellar run prevention stretch
What they're saying
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Can the Braves stifle the Marlins again and win eight in a row in the process?

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