Braves' offense seeks encore vs. D-backs

The Atlanta Braves extended their lead in the National League East each of the past two days, and they will aim to maintain their momentum Tuesday when they face the Arizona Diamondbacks in the second contest of a four-game series in Phoenix.

Atlanta (78-70) saw its lead over the Philadelphia Phillies get reduced to one game during a four-game skid last week. However, consecutive wins by the Braves and two straight losse