The scheduled starters are Bryce Elder (2-5) for the Atlanta Braves, and Jose Soriano (5-5) for the Los Angeles Angels. Ahead of watching this Braves vs. Angels matchup, here is what you need to know about Thursday's action on the diamond,

He collected his first hit in the sixth on a single before belting a solo shot to right field in the seventh, his first long shot of the season. Profar will serve as Atlanta's everyday left fielder after the team designated Alex Verdugo for assignment.

Atlanta left fielder Jurickson Profar will return to the lineup Wednesday night when the Braves host the Los Angeles Angels in the second contest of their three-game set.