Braves secure victory over struggling Tigers with a home run from Acuña Jr. and solid pitching performance by Elder, lasting seven strong innings, resulting in a 8-1 score.
In a closely contested game, the Atlanta Braves emerged victorious over the Detroit Tigers, with both teams showcasing impressive offensive performances.
Ronald Acuna Jr. continued his stellar form, homering in the game, while Jurickson Profar led off with a double for the Braves in the first inning. Ozzie Albies added to the tally with a two-run single.
On the mound, Bryce Elder pitched seven strong innings for the Braves, keeping the Tigers at bay. However, the Detroit team managed to score runs, with Spencer Torkelson hitting a homer in the fourth inning and Parker Meadows tripling in the third, setting up a potential rally that was ultimately ended by Elder.
The Tigers' woes continued, as they have now lost four consecutive games and seven of their last eight. They were outscored 17-2 in their last three games, a stark contrast to the Braves' offensive prowess.
In the game, Charlie Morton, a former teammate of the Braves, allowed six runs. Morton marked a significant milestone in his career, as he hit Matt Olson, marking the 200th time he has hit a batter in his career. Morton is the first pitcher born after 1900 to reach this milestone, following in the footsteps of the legendary Walter Johnson, who achieved this feat in 1927.
Ha-Seong Kim and Drake Baldwin each hit a two-run homer for the Braves in the eighth and ninth innings, respectively, securing the win for Atlanta.
Looking ahead, on Saturday, Tigers RHP Keider Montero (5-3, 4.32 ERA) will face Braves LHP Joey Wentz (5-6, 5.56) in the next game. The Tigers' pitcher scheduled for Saturday is not explicitly mentioned, with uncertainty about the fifth spot in their rotation.
This loss extends the Tigers' losing streak, while the Braves continue to impress with their offensive firepower and resilience.
