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Braves Set to Tame Marlins in Miami Showdown

As the Atlanta Braves gear up for their next challenge against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Braves have been on a roll, and their recent performances suggest that they're poised to continue their winning streak.


Mar 28, 2023; Fort Myers, Florida, USA;  Atlanta Braves pitcher Jared Shuster (84) throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the fourth inning during spring training at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at the game on April 1st against the Chicago White Sox, the Braves dominated with a 9-0 victory. Their offense was relentless, racking up 11 hits and showcasing an impressive .314 batting average. The team's hitting statistics were particularly noteworthy; with an on-base percentage (OBP) of 40 percent and a slugging percentage (SLG) of .543, they demonstrated both precision and power at the plate. Moreover, their pitching was nothing short of stellar – maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of 0.0 across both starters and bullpen is no small feat.


However, it wasn't just one game that highlighted the Braves' prowess; another remarkable performance came against Philadelphia Phillies on March 30th where they scored a whopping 12 runs off of 19 hits. That day, every swing seemed to connect as they boasted a .452 batting average with four home runs contributing to an overwhelming show of force.


The Marlins should be wary – especially considering that in these past games ATL's bullpen has shown resilience under pressure while maintaining control over base runners with zero stolen bases allowed.


While acknowledging these strengths, it's important not to overlook areas for improvement such as capitalizing more effectively when runners are in scoring position (RISP). In previous games like March 31st against Philadelphia Phillies where ATL secured four runs from seven hits but only hit RISP five times out of eleven chances which indicates room for growth.


The upcoming game scheduled for April 14th promises to be another exciting chapter in this season's narrative. With loanDepot park set as the stage at precisely 1:40 PM ET time zone fans can expect ATL’s hitters to bring their A-game once again while pitchers aim to replicate past shutdown performances.


For those who can't make it to Miami, tune into your local sports network or stream online – this is one showdown you won't want to miss!

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