Momentum seems to be slowing down for the Atlanta Braves as they finish up their second series against the LA Dodgers. While the Dodgers are currently the best team in baseball and therefore hard to take down, there is something missing in this Braves team. The main issues lie within the pitching staff and in the inconsistency of the offense.

The Dodgers routed the Braves 10-3 in Saturday's middle game, as the top of the order for Los Angeles was unstoppable. DH Shohei Ohtani collected 3 hits, including his 8th homer, a solo job. He also had 3 runs scored with a walk.

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Rain took its toll on the Atlanta Braves series vs the Dodgers over the weekend. This week, it should be mostly smooth with some chances of rain later in the series. Four-Game Series Forecast (temperature is what is expected at time of first pitch): Monday,