Washington Nationals tops Atlanta Braves 9-5
Game Summary
Washington Nationals topped Atlanta Braves 9-5. A comfortable 4-run margin reflected Washington Nationals's steady command of the game.
The turning point came in the bottom of the 2nd. Washington Nationals pushed across 4 runs to seize control of the game.
Key Players
Michael Harris II led Atlanta Braves's offense, going 1-for-4, 1 HR, 2 RBI. Atlanta Braves reliever Victor Mederos threw 1.0 IP, 0 ER, 1 K and anchored the pitching staff.
Yohandy Morales led Washington Nationals's offense, going 3-for-5, 1 HR, 1 RBI. Washington Nationals reliever Jared Simpson threw 3.0 IP, 0 ER, 3 K and earned the win.
Pitching Report
Atlanta Braves starter AJ Smith-Shawver: 4.0 IP, 6 H, 5 ER, 5 K, 3 BB (86 pitches). Failed to complete five innings, leaving extra burden on the bullpen. Bullpen: 4.0 IP, 3 ER, 7 K (ERA 6.75).
Washington Nationals starter Jake Irvin: 4.0 IP, 5 H, 2 ER, 5 K, 1 BB (86 pitches). Failed to complete five innings, leaving extra burden on the bullpen. Bullpen: 5.0 IP, 3 ER, 5 K (ERA 5.40).
Hitting Analysis
Atlanta Braves: 8 H, 4 RBI (team AVG 0.235). 4 extra-base hits (2 HR) — impressive power display.
Multi-hit games: Ha-Seong Kim (3-for-3).
Washington Nationals: 11 H, 8 RBI (team AVG 0.379). 3 extra-base hits (1 HR) — impressive power display. Drew 6 walks, boosting on-base production.
Multi-hit games: CJ Abrams (2-for-4, 2 RBI), Yohandy Morales (3-for-5, 1 HR), Harry Ford (2-for-4), Jacob Young (2-for-4).