Braves face tough pitching matchups against Blue Jays and Pirates

The Atlanta Braves prepare for a challenging week as they host the Toronto Blue Jays and the Pittsburgh Pirates. They will not face Paul Skenes of the Pirates, but still expect tough competition with Braxton Ashcraft scheduled to pitch. Kevin Gausman will also return with the Blue Jays, and his strong season start presents a formidable challenge for the Braves' offense, which needs to maintain its form. The Braves' upcoming games are crucial in continuing their momentum amidst strong pitching from their opponents.

• 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Week Ahead for Atlanta: Tough pitching matchups lie ahead for the Braves