Braves Set for 13 Consecutive Tough Games Against NL East Rivals

The Atlanta Braves were unable to maintain their three-game winning streak on Sunday, falling to the Colorado Rockies with a score of 10-1 in front of an enthusiastic crowd at Truist Park. Despite the defeat, pitcher Grant Holmes delivered his finest performance of the year, achieving 15 strikeouts against the Rockies. However, his late-game struggles led to the loss as he left runners on base in the seventh inning. The bullpen, particularly Enyel De Los Santos, faltered, allowing four earned runs before Jose Ruiz also struggled in relief. Aaron Bummer then let a three-run triple by Rockies shortstop Ryan Ritter extend the Rockies' lead. With a pivotal 13-game stretch on the horizon, the Braves will face crucial matchups against NL East rivals, starting with a series against the Mets on Tuesday. This critical series will pave the way for their postseason ambitions, as they look to solidify their position against division foes, including the Marlins and Phillies.