Ablies was a strong leader for the Braves’ offense. Driving Profar in to score his first run as a Brave in the first inning and then with a two run homer early in the third. Despite the fact that the Braves have learned that scoring early and often will be of benefit to them, their pitching staff struggled to hold the Padres off.

The Atlanta Braves have finalized the Opening Day roster and released the starting lineup for Opening Day. Below is the Opening Starting lineup released by the Braves, followed by the Opening Day roster.