Nationals out to extend strong month, keep Braves reeling

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Two teams experiencing contrasting months meet when the Atlanta Braves open a three-day, four-game series at the Washington Nationals on Monday.

The Braves (66-83), who will soon see their streak of seven straight postseason appearances end, are limping home and sport a 4-8 September record after snapping a four-game losing streak on Sunday.

The Nationals (62-87