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Braves Seek Sweep Against Phillies in Sunday Showdown

4/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Atlanta Braves aim to sweep the Philadelphia Phillies in Sunday Night Baseball at Citizens Bank Park, with a 7:20 p.m. ET start.
The Braves won the first two games of the series, 12-1.
Grant Holmes of the Atlanta Braves (1-1, 3.32 ERA) starts against Philadelphia Phillies rookie Andrew Painter (1-0, 3.77 ERA).

History

Historical Context

In 1961, Major League Baseball expanded for the first time since 1901, adding the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies. The Braves relocated from Milwaukee, while the Phillies, established in 1883, intensified their rivalry in the National League. This expansion marked a significant shift in MLB's landscape, responding to population movements and the threat of the proposed Continental League, ultimately shaping regional rivalries in American sports culture.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Braves aim to sweep the Philadelphia Phillies in Sunday Night Baseball at Citizens Bank Park, with a 7:20 p.m. ET start.
The Braves won the first two games of the series, 12-1.
Grant Holmes of the Atlanta Braves (1-1, 3.32 ERA) starts against Philadelphia Phillies rookie Andrew Painter (1-0, 3.77 ERA).

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