Braves and Angels Begin 3-Game Series

Atlanta Braves visit Los Angeles Angels for key early-season matchup

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:18am

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The Atlanta Braves (6-4) will travel to Anaheim, California to take on the Los Angeles Angels (5-5) in a three-game series starting on Monday night. The Braves will send Chris Sale (2-0, 0.75 ERA) to the mound, while the Angels counter with Jose Soriano (2-0, 0.00 ERA).

Why it matters

This early-season series between two talented teams could provide an early indication of how the rest of the season may unfold. The Braves and Angels are both looking to bounce back from disappointing 2025 campaigns and establish themselves as contenders in their respective leagues.

The details

The Braves had a 76-86 record overall and a 37-44 record in road games last season, scoring 4.5 runs per game while giving up 4.5. The Angels, meanwhile, went 72-90 overall and 39-42 at home, with a pitching staff that had a 4.89 ERA and averaged 8.1 strikeouts and 3.9 walks per nine innings.

  • The series begins on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:38 p.m. EDT.

The players

Chris Sale

The Braves' starting pitcher, who is 2-0 with a 0.75 ERA so far this season.

Jose Soriano

The Angels' starting pitcher, who is also 2-0 with a 0.00 ERA to start the year.

Mike Trout

The Angels' star outfielder, who is currently day-to-day with a hand injury.

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What they’re saying

“This series will be a good early test for both teams as they look to establish themselves as contenders this season.”

— Dave Roberts, Angels Manager

What’s next

The series will continue on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 8, with the Braves looking to build on their strong start and the Angels hoping to get back to .500 on the young season.

The takeaway

This early-season matchup between the Braves and Angels features two teams with high expectations, and the outcome of the series could provide an early indication of which squad is poised for a bounce-back campaign in 2026.