8* play on Washington Nationals.

The Atlanta Braves wasted a fantastic effort from ace Julio Teheran in Game 1, and I expect them to struggle here in Game 2 versus the Nats. The Braves don't have a lot of "pop" in the lineup, and their bullpen is a bit of a disaster. My money is on Washington.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Pitching - Bud Norris will get the call for the Braves, and he's coming off a terrible season in 2015. He was 3-11 with a 6.72 ERA in 18 starts for the Orioles. If his showing this Spring is any indication, we should expect more of the same. He was roughed up pretty good, surrendering 18 runs on 30 hits over 13.2 innings. Stephen Strasburg will go for the Nats, and he was 2-0 with an 0.00 ERA against the Braves last year.

2. Bryce Harper - It shouldn't come as any surprise that Bryce Harper homered on Opening Day, as he's done it every year since he entered the league. Harper hit .317 with a pair of home runs and seven RBIs this Spring.

3. X-Factor - The Nationals are 4-1 in Strasburg's last five road starts against the Braves.

Selection: This is a play on the Washington Nationals (8*)