Braves adjust rotation placing Grant Holmes in Angels series start

The Atlanta Braves have adjusted their pitching rotation, moving Grant Holmes to start Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels, pushing rookie Didier Fuentes back by a day. Holmes, who has struggled to secure wins despite solid outings, has allowed three or fewer runs in each of his last nine starts and boasts a strong 3.02 ERA during that stretch. The Angels will counter with left-hander Tyler Anderson, who has had an inconsistent 2025 season with a 4.41 ERA and struggled particularly in June. The Braves are dealing with injuries to key starters Chris Sale and A.J. Smith-Shawver, limiting their options in the rotation. Holmes' move sets him up for two starts in the week, including another start on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles. The Braves are currently below .500 and eight games out of the playoff race, looking to improve in this series against the Angels, who have a similar record but a much worse run differential.