It's been a frustrating season for the Atlanta Braves, who have been decimated by injuries and are on pace for their worst finish in nearly two decades. 

After dealing with his share of ups and downs since coming up from the minor leagues in June, Braves pitcher Charlie Morton had one of his best games on Thursday night. 

MEDICAL WATCH: LHP Doug Slaten (right knee strain) went on the 15-day disabled list July 19. 

An older and wiser Mark Reynolds already has exceeded his production numbers this season, in just a few more plate appearances. 

--LHP Randy Johnson recorded his fifth quality start in his last six outings but had his five-game winning streak broken when Pittsburgh RHP Jeff Karstens came within four outs of a perfect game in a 2-0 victory over Arizona. 

The Atlanta Braves' miserable record in close games on the road has been a significant factor in the club's struggles this season. 

Jeff Karstens has given the Pittsburgh Pirates a perfect start. 

Jeff Karstens has given the Pittsburgh Pirates a perfect start. 

Jeff Karstens has given the Pittsburgh Pirates a perfect start. 

Jeff Karstens has given the Pittsburgh Pirates a perfect start. 

Though it wasn't exactly a Day of Infamy, Tuesday was a tough day to be a major league closer. 

The Arizona Diamondbacks have used their two All-Star pitchers to get past the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first two games of their series. 

Brandon Webb doesn't have a new contract. 

Brandon Webb became the first 16-game winner in the majors, tossing a nine-hitter for his third complete game in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night. 

Brandon Webb became the first 16-game winner in the majors, tossing a nine-hitter for his third complete game in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.