ATLANTA — Manny Machado hit a tiebreaking homer off Raisel Iglesias in the ninth inning and the Padres overcame Ronald Acuña Jr.’s home run in his season debut to beat the Braves, 2-1, on Friday night and end their six-game losing streak.

Here, under the Matt Snyder byline on CBS Sports, Friday means it's time for another installment of picks, or, as I like to call this little exercise, Friday Night lines.  I'm here to wish you another very happy Friday,

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. No, Strider is not expected to be a savior. Nor is 2023 MVP Ronald Acuña Jr., who is expected back this weekend following a 12-month absence due to an ACL tear in his right knee. See, the Braves are ...