Braves host Nationals with Grant Holmes facing Jake Irvin tonight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 10:50 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Atlanta Braves open a home series against the Washington Nationals this evening at 7:15 EDT. Grant Holmes will pitch for Atlanta, while Jake Irvin takes the mound for Washington, marking their second matchup this season. In their previous encounter, Irvin performed well, giving up only one hit over five innings. Both teams rank among the top three in runs scored this month, suggesting a potentially high-scoring game. A strong performance is crucial for the Braves, who seek to regain momentum before the trade deadline on August 3rd.
- •Braves and Nationals play at Truist Park.
- •Game scheduled to start at 7:15 EDT.
- •Grant Holmes faces Jake Irvin again this season.
- •Both teams rank high in runs scored this month.
- •Braves look to bounce back after recent struggles.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Braves vs Nationals chat and discussion: Grant Holmes vs Jake Irvin
"The Braves could use a spark on offense. Tonight could be that opportunity.
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