Philadelphia Phillies Look for Series Victory Over Atlanta Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies (74-52) remain seven games ahead of the Atlanta Braves (67-59) for the National League East division lead. After winning in come-from-behind fashion on Wednesday, the Phillies look to win the series on Thursday and extend their division lead over the Braves.

The Phillies will turn to Cristopher Sanchez (9-8, 3.46 ERA) for Thursday's rubber match. In his last start, Sanchez allowed one earned run on two hits and no walks while striking out four in nine innings. Thursday will be Sanchez's first start against the Braves this season.

Here is how the Phillies will line up on Thursday:

1.) DH Kyle Schwarber
2.) SS Trea Turner
3.) 1B Bryce Harper
4.) RF Nick Castellanos
5.) 2B Bryson Stott
6.) C J.T. Realmuto
7.) LF Brandon Marsh
8.) 3B Weston Wilson
9.) CF Johan Rojas

SP Cristopher Sanchez

The Braves will counter with rookie Spencer Schwellenbach (4-6, 4.04 ERA). In his last start, Schwellenbach allowed three earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out eight in five innings. Thursday will be his second start against the Phillies this season.

In his first start against the Phillies this season, Schwellenbach allowed one earned run on seven hits and no walks while striking out six in six innings.

Here is how the Braves will line up on Thursday:

1.) CF Michael Harris II
2.) 2B Whit Merrifield
3.) DH Marcell Ozuna
4.) 1B Matt Olson
5.) RF Ramon Laureano
6.) LF Adam Duvall
7.) SS Orlando Arcia
8.) C Sean Murphy
9.) 3B Gio Urshela

SP Spencer Schwellenbach

How to Watch

The first pitch for Thursday's game is scheduled for 7:08 PM EST. The game will be broadcast nationally on FOX.

Phillies fans can listen to the game on 94 WIP or WTTM 1680.