mlb Game Recap
Atlanta Drops Colorado 8-3 - Match Report
Colorado dropped a 8-3 decision at Truist Park on Thursday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -250 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.
Atlanta got 3.1 innings from Michael Tonkin, who gave up 0 earned runs on 1 hits, while striking out 6. AJ Smith-Shawver earned the victory, while the Braves got 3 RBIs from Ozzie Albies in the win.
Colorado got a 1-inning outing from Brad Hand in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Ryan McMahon had 2 hits in the loss for the Rockies.
Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 11-7 advantage in hits.
Michael Tonkin pitched the final 3.1 innings for the save. He struck out 6 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.