Philadelphia, August 31, 2025
News Summary
The Atlanta Braves face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth game of their series on Sunday Night Baseball. The Braves, with a struggling record of 61-75, look to avoid a sweep after losing the first three games to the Phillies, who currently hold a strong 79-57 record. The matchup features exciting pitching prospects, with Hurston Waldrep starting for the Braves and Jesus Luzardo for the Phillies. Fans can catch the live action at Citizens Bank Park, broadcasted on ESPN.
Philadelphia prepares for a thrilling matchup as the Atlanta Braves face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in the final game of their four-game series on Sunday Night Baseball. The game is set to take place at Citizens Bank Park at 7:10 p.m. EDT and will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Deportes, with live streaming available on Fubo.
Currently, the Braves hold a record of 61-75, while the Phillies are a strong contender with a record of 79-57. The Braves have struggled in this series, with the Phillies winning the first three games. The series opener on Thursday was a particularly notable loss for the Braves, who fell hard to the Phillies with a final score of 19-4. Following that, the Braves managed to keep the subsequent games closer, losing 2-1 on Friday and 3-2 on Saturday.
In Saturday’s game, the Phillies took an early lead with a solo home run from Weston Wilson in the third inning. The Braves answered back when Matt Olson tied the game with an RBI double in the sixth inning. The game intensified as it went into extra innings, where the Braves initially took the lead with a go-ahead single from Nacho Alvarez Jr. in the top of the 10th. However, Trea Turner sealed the victory for the Phillies with a bases-loaded single, driving in two runs and clinching the game in the bottom of the 10th.
For Sunday’s matchup, the Braves plan to start Hurston Waldrep, who has been impressive this season with an undefeated record of 4-0 and a 0.90 ERA. The Phillies will counter with Jesus Luzardo, who holds a record of 12-6 and a 4.23 ERA. Both starting pitchers have shown significant potential, raising anticipation for a potential pitcher’s duel.
The Braves are averaging 4.5 runs per game this season, ranking them 14th in the league, with a total of 598 runs and a team batting average of .244. In comparison, the Phillies rank 9th in MLB for runs scored per game, averaging 4.81, with a team batting average of .258. On the pitching side, the Braves’ ERA stands at 4.44, placing them 22nd in the MLB.
As both teams eye the game, the betting odds reflect the Braves at +172 and the Phillies at -210, with a total runs set at 9.
Key Matchup Features
| Team | Record | Runs per Game | Team ERA | Starting Pitcher | Pitcher Record | Pitcher ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Braves | 61-75 | 4.5 | 4.44 | Hurston Waldrep | 4-0 | 0.90 |
| Philadelphia Phillies | 79-57 | 4.81 | – | Jesus Luzardo | 12-6 | 4.23 |
FAQ Section
When is the game between the Braves and the Phillies?
The game is scheduled for Sunday, at 7:10 p.m. EDT.
Where will the game be held?
The game will take place at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
What are the records of the teams going into the game?
The Atlanta Braves are 61-75, while the Philadelphia Phillies are 79-57.
Who are the starting pitchers for the game?
The Braves will start Hurston Waldrep, and the Phillies will start Jesus Luzardo.
How can fans watch the game?
The game will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Deportes, with live streaming available on Fubo.
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- Sportsbook Wire
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- ESPN
- MLB.com
- Wikipedia: Atlanta Braves
- Wikipedia: Philadelphia Phillies
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball
- Google Search: Atlanta Braves vs Philadelphia Phillies
- Google News: Atlanta Braves Philadelphia Phillies
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