Back from the All-Star Break and the Braves come out swinging. A series win against the Texas Rangers puts the Braves 3 games clear in the NL East. Riley, Baldwin lead the way in Sunday’s rubber match as the Braves win 8-5 to take 2 of 3 against the Rangers. Braves continue ball today against the San Diego Padres for their second series date of the year.

The Ford Leadoff Show kicks off at 6:15p with first pitch scheduled for 7:15p. Atlanta will throw out Bryce Elder (5-6, 4.12 ERA) as the Padres will have JP Spears (2-2, 5.03 ERA) take the rubber. 

Hear Atlanta Braves Today every Mon-Fri at 7:45a during The Locker Room on 680 The Fan.

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