Final8-3ATL wins
Key ArmM. Pérez7 IP, 1 H, 0 ER
VenueTruist ParkAtlanta, GA
The Atlanta Braves got a masterful start from Martin Pérez and a pair of home runs from Dom Smith and Matt Olson to power past the Washington Nationals 8-3 at Truist Park on Saturday.
Pérez was in complete command from the first pitch, allowing just one hit across seven innings while keeping Washington's lineup off balance with a mix of pitches and precise location. The Braves offense gave him all the support he needed, with Smith and Olson providing the big swings that put the game out of reach. The win keeps Atlanta in the thick of the NL East race behind Philadelphia.
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