Trying to stay in wild-card race, Braves take on Nats

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The Atlanta Braves open a two-game series against the host Washington Nationals on Tuesday night looking to bounce back from a rough loss as they continue to compete for a National League wild-card spot.

The Braves (78-66) trail the New York Mets by one game for the final NL playoff position after wasting right-hander Charlie Morton's gem in a 1-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Mo