Braves aim to keep win streak going against the Diamondbacks

The Atlanta Braves look to extend their three-game winning streak when they face the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 8:12am

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The Atlanta Braves, who are currently on a three-game winning streak, will travel to Arizona to take on the Diamondbacks in a matchup of two teams looking to get off to a strong start in the 2026 MLB season.

Why it matters

The Braves are seeking to build momentum early in the season, while the Diamondbacks are hoping to improve upon their 80-82 record from the previous year and make a push for the playoffs.

The details

The pitching matchup will feature Bryce Elder (1-0, 0.00 ERA) for the Braves against Mike Soroka (1-0, 0.00 ERA) for the Diamondbacks. The Braves are favored at -114 on the BetMGM Sportsbook line, with the over/under set at 9 runs.

  • The game is scheduled for April 4, 2026.

The players

Bryce Elder

The starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, who has a 1-0 record and 0.00 ERA so far this season.

Mike Soroka

The starting pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks, who also has a 1-0 record and 0.00 ERA to start the year.

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What’s next

The winner of this game will look to build on their momentum and continue their strong start to the 2026 MLB season.

The takeaway

This early-season matchup between the Braves and Diamondbacks will provide an interesting test for both teams as they look to establish themselves as contenders in their respective divisions.