"Braves Extend Winning Streak as Strider Shines, Giants Face Tough Challenge"
The Atlanta Braves are preparing to face the San Francisco Giants in a weekend series at Truist Park. The Braves, with a 78-42 record, are looking to extend their win streak, while the Giants, with a 64-57 record, aim to close the gap in the NL West. In other news, Jhancarlos Lara's start in Augusta is highlighted in the minor league recap, and Tim Anderson's suspension has been reduced to five games. The Chicago Cubs have signed Richard Bleier to a minor league deal after his release from the Boston Red Sox.