Share this Story: Braves visit Padres, look to strengthen playoff chancesBraves visit Padres, look to strengthen playoff chancesArticle content The Atlanta Braves have a big three-game home series against the Philadelphia Phillies next week that could decide which team wins the National League East and which one watches the playoffs on television. But first the Braves are trying to expand their cushion, and they will look to post their sixth victory in the seven games when they visit the San Diego Padres on Saturday night. Try refreshing your browser, or Braves visit Padres, look to strengthen playoff chances Back to video Atlanta (81-72) is 1 1/2 games ahead of the Phillies after left-hander Max Fried tossed a three-shutout in Friday’s 4-0 victory. Advertisement Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Fried retired the final 18 San Diego hitters in the masterpiece that represents his second career shutout.

Source: National Post September 25, 2021 11:46 UTC