Braves aim to earn series split with Nationals as Bryce Elder starts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face the Washington Nationals in the final game of their four-game series on July 31 at Truist Park. Bryce Elder will start for Atlanta, having allowed just two earned runs in his last two outings. The Braves are looking to split the series after winning a recent game featuring strong offensive performances. Atlanta needs to overcome pitcher Foster Griffin, who had previously shut them down. The matchup carries implications for both teams' standings in the division as they head into the latter portion of the season.
- •Braves play Nationals on July 31 at Truist Park
- •Bryce Elder starts, coming off strong recent performances
- •Braves aim to split four-game series after prior victory
- •Foster Griffin previously dominated Braves in earlier matchup
- •Game time is set for 7:15 pm EDT
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bryce Elder looks to pick up where he left off in latest start against Nationals
"Atlanta looks to ensure a split of this four-game series against their divisional foes from D.C.
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