The Atlanta Braves (60-28) visit the Tampa Bay Rays (57-35) on Sunday at 1:40 PM ET and look to add to a three-game winning streak. The probable starters are Zach Eflin (9-4) for the Rays and Bryce Elder (7-1) for the Braves.
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Tampa Bay vs. Atlanta Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Sunday, July 9, 2023 at 1:40 PM ET
- Where: Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida
- How to Watch on TV: MLBN
- Probable Pitchers: Eflin – TB (9-4, 3.24 ERA) vs Elder – ATL (7-1, 2.45 ERA)
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Rays vs. Braves Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Eflin | Elder | |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | GS | 17 |
| 9-4 | W-L | 7-1 |
| 3.24 | ERA | 2.45 |
| 97.1 | IP | 102.2 |
| 15 | BB | 30 |
| 100 | SO | 80 |
Rays Probable Starting Pitcher: Zach Eflin
- In his most recent time out on Tuesday, the right-hander went seven innings against the Philadelphia Phillies, allowing two earned runs while surrendering four hits.
- In 16 games this season, the 29-year-old has put up an ERA of 3.24, with 9.2 strikeouts per nine innings. Opponents are batting .221 against him.
- Eflin is looking to record his fifth quality start in a row in this matchup.
- He has made two appearances this season in which he did not allow an earned run.
- The 29-year-old’s 3.24 ERA ranks 19th, .997 WHIP ranks third, and 9.2 K/9 ranks 27th among qualifying pitchers this season.
- When Eflin starts, his team is 7-9-0 against the spread this season.
- Games started by Eflin have a 6-10-0 record at hitting the over this season.
Eflin’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. Phillies | Jul. 4 | 7.0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 0 |
| at Diamondbacks | Jun. 28 | 7.0 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| vs. Royals | Jun. 23 | 6.0 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 2 |
| at Padres | Jun. 17 | 6.0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| at Athletics | Jun. 12 | 4.2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
Braves Probable Starting Pitcher: Bryce Elder
- The right-hander’s last appearance was on Monday, when he threw 6 2/3 innings against the Cleveland Guardians, giving up two earned runs while allowing seven hits.
- The 24-year-old has pitched in 17 games this season with an ERA of 2.45 and 7.0 strikeouts per nine innings, with an opponent batting average of .225.
- If he completes six or more innings with three or fewer earned runs allowed, he’ll earn his fifth quality start in a row.
- In 17 appearances this season, he has finished five without allowing an earned run.
- Among qualified pitchers in the majors this campaign, the 24-year-old ranks first in ERA (2.45), 27th in WHIP (1.140), and 55th in K/9 (7.0).
- The Braves are 11-6-0 ATS in Elder’s 17 starts that had a set spread.
- Elder has had 17 starts with a total this season, and the teams combined to hit the over in five of those games.
Elder’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Guardians | Jul. 3 | 6.2 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| vs. Twins | Jun. 27 | 6.0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| at Phillies | Jun. 22 | 7.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| vs. Rockies | Jun. 17 | 6.0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| vs. Nationals | Jun. 11 | 5.1 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
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