Braves LHP Martin Perez got a win over Jacob Misiorowski and the Brewers last time out, allowing one run over six frames. Here he faces a Padres lineup that ranks 29th in OPS vs. left-handers, and its 13 home runs ranks last. Atlanta isn’t much better hitting anyone lately, but should have a better shot against JP Sears, making his season debut after posing a 7.92 ERA in 14 Triple-A starts. The Padres bullpen is elite so we'll go First 5 here.

JP Sears makes his season debut from AAA, owning a 11.14 ERA and 2.02 WHIP over his last six starts. The Padres also used seven pitchers last night as they won the first two games each by one run. Despite losing seven of their last 10 games, Atlanta is second the majors in runs per game on the road. Martin Perez is on the bump for the Braves, owning a 2.78 ERA, and backed by the best bullpen in June. San Diego is also one the worst offensive teams when facing lefties so far this season.