Braves host Marlins at Truist Park

The Braves and Marlins face off in the second game of a three-game series.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:58pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a baseball game in progress, with players and the field broken down into overlapping, angular shapes and planes of color.A cubist interpretation of the high-stakes matchup between the Braves and Marlins, as the two NL East rivals battle it out on the diamond.Atlanta Today

The Atlanta Braves are hosting the Miami Marlins at Truist Park on Tuesday night for the second game of a three-game series. Braves right-hander Reynaldo Lopez is scheduled to start against Marlins right-hander Max Meyer.

Why it matters

The Braves and Marlins are both contending teams in the NL East division, so this series could have important implications for the playoff race. The Braves are looking to bounce back after losing the series opener, while the Marlins are aiming to build on their recent success.

The details

The Braves and Marlins will square off at Truist Park, the home stadium of the Braves. Reynaldo Lopez will take the mound for the Braves, while Max Meyer will start for the Marlins. Both teams are hoping to gain an advantage in the NL East standings with a win in this matchup.

  • The game is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Reynaldo Lopez

The starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves.

Max Meyer

The starting pitcher for the Miami Marlins.

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What’s next

The Braves and Marlins will play the final game of their three-game series on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

The takeaway

This matchup between the Braves and Marlins is an important one in the NL East division race, as both teams are looking to gain ground in the standings.