Lefty Richard looks to stay hot in Atlanta
(MLB.com San Diego Padres)

Clayton Richard follows up a superb outing in his last start with today`s bout vs. the Braves at SunTrust Park at 4:35 p.m. PT. The Padres` southpaw took a no-hitter into the seventh inning against the Marlins on Sunday. The Braves will counter with right-hander Brandon McCarthy, who has posted a 6.19 ERA in his past three starts.