The Braves open a four-game series at the Phillies today with a double-header. The Braves, who hold a 16-game division lead, have a magic number over the Phillies to clinch the National League East of four games.

Here’s a look at the pitching matchups in the key series.

Today

Game 1, 1:05 p.m.

Charlie Morton (14-11, 3.42) vs. Taijuan Walker (15-5, 4.15)

Game 2, 6:40 p.m.

Kyle Wright (0-1, 5.79) vs. Michael Lorenzen (8-9, 3.95)

Tuesday, 6:40 p.m.

Max Fried (7-1, 2.70) vs. Zack Wheeler (11-6, 3.49)

Wednesday, 6:40 p.m.

Spencer Strider (16-5, 3.83) vs. Cristopher Sanchez (2-3, 3.26)

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