Mike Foltynewicz to take ball for Braves in Game 1
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Mike Foltynewicz will take the ball for the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Division Series against Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.
Foltynewicz received his assignment as the Braves hit California in anticipation of the series opener at Dodger Stadium.
In 2018, Foltynewicz became the first pitcher in Braves history to hold opponents under a .200 batting average for the season while striking out 200 batters.
The Braves have not named a Game 2 starter.
However, shortstop Dansby Swanson is expected to miss the series, manager Brian Snitker announced Tuesday. Swanson has ligament damage in his left hand.
Charlie Culberson will play shortstop against his former team in Swanson's absence.
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