After a tough series with the New York Mets, the Atlanta Braves returned to Truist Park for a four game set with the Washington Nationals. Though a close one, the Braves came out on top during game one, defeating the Nats 5-4.
Grant Holmes turned in a shaky start, allowing three runs through 4.2 frames. Fortunately, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Mike Yastrzemski picked him up and each homered.
Thursday’s win makes for the Braves’ 64th of the season. The series continues tonight at 7:15 ET behind Bryce Elder.
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More Braves News:
Our midseason prospect list continues, this time ranking numbers 7-12.
Eric Hartman knocked two homers for the Rome Emperors on Wednesday. More in the minor league recap.
After an atrocious outing with the Braves earlier this week, Connor Thomas has been claimed off waivers by the Athletics.
MLB News:
The Texas Rangers have placed right-hander Jakob Junis on the 15-day injured list with a left adductor strain. The move is retroactive to July 29.
The Baltimore Orioles have acquired catcher Jake Rogers from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for a minor leaguer. The Tigers designated Rogers for assignment earlier this week.
The New York Mets have traded A.J. Minter to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for two minor league infielders.
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