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Atlanta Braves News: Reynaldo Lopez scratched, Martin Perez to start Saturday
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· August 1, 2026
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Key takeaway Martin Perez is now scheduled to start on Saturday, taking Lopez's place.
A change has been made to the Atlanta Braves' pitching lineup. Reynaldo Lopez will not be starting as previously planned. Martin Perez is now scheduled to start on Saturday, taking Lopez's place. The reason for the scratch is not specified in the available information. Further details about the change and the upcoming game can be found through Battery Power, a source for Atlanta Braves news.
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Published: August 1, 2026 ·
Source: Battery Power ·
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