The Arizona Diamondbacks (52-42) open a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves (61-31) with a Tuesday matchup at Truist Park. First pitch is at 7:20 PM ET. The Braves will give the nod to Bryce Elder (7-2) against the Diamondbacks and Zach Davies (1-5).
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Atlanta vs. Arizona Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 7:20 PM ET
- Where: Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia
- How to Watch on TV: BSSO
- Probable Pitchers: Elder – ATL (7-2, 2.97 ERA) vs Davies – ARI (1-5, 6.37 ERA)
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Braves vs. Diamondbacks Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Elder | Davies | |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | GS | 11 |
| 7-2 | W-L | 1-5 |
| 2.97 | ERA | 6.37 |
| 106 | IP | 53.2 |
| 34 | BB | 24 |
| 80 | SO | 45 |
Braves Probable Starting Pitcher: Bryce Elder
- In his most recent appearance on Sunday, July 9 against the Tampa Bay Rays, the righty went 3 1/3 innings, giving up seven earned runs while surrendering six hits.
- In 18 games this season, the 24-year-old has put up an ERA of 2.97, with 6.8 strikeouts per nine innings. Opponents are hitting .231 against him.
- Elder is trying to secure his 12th quality start of the season.
- In five of his 18 total appearances this season he has not allowed an earned run.
- The 24-year-old ranks 12th in ERA (2.97), 35th in WHIP (1.198), and 59th in K/9 (6.8) among qualifying pitchers in MLB play this season.
- Elder and his team are 11-7-0 ATS this season when he starts.
- Games Elder has started this season hit the over six times in 18 chances.
Elder’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Rays | Jul. 9 | 3.1 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 4 |
| 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 |
Diamondbacks Probable Starting Pitcher: Zach Davies
- The right-hander gave up three earned runs in 5 1/3 innings pitched on Sunday, July 9 in his last outing, a matchup with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- The 30-year-old has pitched in 11 games this season with an ERA of 6.37 and 7.5 strikeouts per nine innings, with an opponent batting average of .270.
- He has earned a quality start two times in 11 starts this season.
- In 11 appearances this season, he has finished one without allowing an earned run.
- The Diamondbacks have a 5-6-0 record against the spread in Davies’ starts.
- Davies’ starts hit the over on the run total five times in 11 games with a set total this season.
Davies’ Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. Pirates | Jul. 9 | 5.1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 2 |
| vs. Mets | Jul. 4 | 5.2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| vs. Rays | Jun. 28 | 7.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| at Giants | Jun. 23 | 4.0 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| vs. Guardians | Jun. 18 | 3.2 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
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