2. All-Star break and getting healthy
When the Braves wrap up a series out west against the Padres on July 14th, they will not play another regular season game until the 19th. This gap in the schedule is dedicated to the MLB All-Star Game which will take place in Texas this year.
While a few Braves will be representing the National League by participating in All-Star Game festivities, many others will head home and recuperate in preparation for the second half of the season. This break could allow the Braves to catch their breath, come to reality with the task at hand and be as healthy as possible to make a push at another division title.