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Braves vs. Phillies: Youth backpack giveaway and alumni meet-and-greet

General view as the sun sets during the top of the sixth inning as the Atlanta Braves play defense against the San Francisco Giants at Truist Park, Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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General view as the sun sets during the top of the sixth inning as the Atlanta Braves play defense against the San Francisco Giants at Truist Park, Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)
By AJC Sports
July 4, 2024

What you need to know about the upcoming three-game series between the Phillies and the Braves at Truist Park Friday-Sunday.

FRIDAY, 7:20 p.m., APPLE TV

Gates open: 5:30 p.m.

National Anthem: Magdalena Tul

Pitching matchup: Max Fried vs. Aaron Nola

SATURDAY, 7:15 p.m., FOX

Gates open: 4:30 p.m.

National Anthem: Central Baptist Church Warner Robins

Pitching matchup: Spencer Schwellenbach vs. Ranger Suarez

SUNDAY, 1:35 p.m., BALLY SPORTS SOUTH

Gates open: 11:30 a.m.

Giveaway: The first 3,000 youth through the gates will receive a Braves backpack.

Alumni Sunday: Fans can arrive early to meet and get autographs from former Braves Russ Ortiz and Pete Smith located at the Georgia Power Pavilion at 11:30 a.m.

Pitching matchup: Reynaldo Lopez vs. Michael Mercado

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