The Atlanta Braves went 1-3 against the San Diego Padres over the last four games and despite the strong start to the season, pitching and parts of the lineup are leaving a lot to be desired. 

How the Atlanta Braves treat Marcell Ozuna during his slump at the start of the season with Travis d'Arnaud on the 7-Day IL will be very telling.

Orlando Arcia is the bright spot for the Atlanta Braves in the bottom half of the lineup after winning the starting shortstop job and locking up an extension. 

The Atlanta Braves take on the Cincinnati Reds next series before getting a day off to hopefully get back on track after the disappointing home opener of the 2023 season.

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