Rough night for AJ Smith-Shawver giving up 5 ER in the 9-5 loss to the Nationals in Washington. Both Ozzie and Harris go deep in the effort. Barrett Sallee joined The Locker Room to discuss the loss and concerns as Braves have one more in Washington before heading to Philadelphia who are 3 games behind. the Braves.

Tonight Ford Leadoff gets underway at 11:55p with First Pitch scheduled for 1:05p. Grant Holmes (9-5, 3.71) takes the mound for Atlanta to face off against Brad Lord (5-2, 3.75) for the Nationals.

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