This is an 8* SITUATIONAL DESTRUCTION on the Atlanta Braves.

We had a play on the Marlins yesterday and Dan Straily would take advantage of a late pitching change by the home side to post another victory. But we think the Braves will bounce back here in this favorable matchup. The visitors turn to Jose Urena (0-6, 4.38 ERA) who gave up three earned runs off four hits over six innings in a loss to these very Braves last Sunday. Urena has been unfortunate this year, as he's pitched a lot better than what his win/loss record would indicate, but that said he's still a horrible 0-0 with a 6.10 ERA on the road thus far. The home side counters with Sean Newcomb (4-1, 2.51) who gave up one hit and four walks while striking out six over six scoreless innings in a win over these very Marlins throwing opposite Urena last weekend. Newcomb hasn't been perfect this season, but his peripherals (.6 HR/9) suggest that his numbers are no fluke. Note that he's been better on the road than at home, but he's still a sharp 2-1 with a 2.70 ERA in all "night" contests thus far. We think that Newcomb will easily outlast his erratic counterpart as all signs point to a blowout. Play on the BRAVES.

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