Washington at Atlanta

Washington is getting outscored by 146 runs, the fifth-worst MLB differential. The offense is 21st in runs scored and 24th in on-base percentage, while the pitching is 27th in ERA (5.00) and 26th in the pen (4.99 ERA). Washington is 35-92 versus the NL East and batters are hitting over .320 off starter Jackson Rutledge. Meanwhile, first-place Atlanta is outscoring opponents by +232 runs, the best differential in baseball. The offense is No. 1 in runs scored, slugging, and on-base percentage, while the pitching is Top 10 in the bullpen (3.75). The Braves won 5-3 yesterday and are 72-33 after a victory. Play Atlanta.