Phillies manager Rob Thomson speaks highly of NL East rival Braves
Atlanta in Philly for start of 3-game series
The Phillies have lost two of three games in their last three series.
The Phillies and Braves begin a 3-game set at Citizens Bank Park April 17 at 6:40 p.m. NBC Sports Philadelphia will air the game.
It’s early in the season but, with National League East rival Atlanta in town, they’ll be anxious to reverse that trend.
The Braves (12-7) are in first place in the NL East with the Phillies (8-10) in fourth place 3 1/2 games back.
Taijuan Walker (1-2, 7.36) is starting for the Phillies but, with Zack Wheeler’s return looming, his days in the rotation are likely dwindling.
Left-hander Martin Perez (0-1, 3.14) starts for the Braves.
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