Braves face Cardinals as Waldrep makes season debut against May
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves host the St. Louis Cardinals on July 2, as they seek their first series win since June 20. Hurston Waldrep is set to start for the Braves after making only one prior appearance this season, where he pitched two innings. He faces Dustin May, who recorded a one-hit shutout two starts ago but struggled in his latest outing with six earned runs. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:15 EDT.
- •Braves aim for their first series win since June 20.
- •Hurston Waldrep makes his first start of the season.
- •Dustin May faced challenges in his last outing, allowing six earned runs.
- •Game time is set for 7:15 EDT.
- 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Braves vs Cardinals chat and discussion: Hurston Waldrep vs Dustin May
"The Braves look to win two games in a row for the first time since June 20th
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