Tampa Bay Rays and Atlanta Braves face off in divisional matchup

The Tampa Bay Rays and Atlanta Braves are facing off in a high-stakes series at Truist Park as both teams fight to solidify their positions at the top of their respective divisions. The Rays (86-58) currently lead the American League East, while the Braves (85-60) hold the lead in the National League East.

For the Wednesday matchup, the Braves have activated Reynaldo López from the 15-day injured list to start, while Bryce Elder has been placed on the injured list following knee surgery. The Braves also designated Elieser Hernández for assignment, calling up Bailey Falter in his place. The Rays are expected to start Griffin Jax.

Key players to watch include Matt Olson for the Braves, who has recorded 37 home runs this season, and Junior Caminero for the Rays, who maintains a .905 OPS. The series follows a recent game where the Rays defeated the Braves 7-1.