mlb Game Recap
Game Wrap - Atlanta 6-2 Victors Over Guardians
Cleveland dropped a 6-2 decision at Truist Park on Friday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher Chris Sale.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -280 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.5.
Chris Sale earned the victory for the Braves, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 6, walking 1, and allowing 2 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Marcell Ozuna in the win.
Cleveland's starting pitcher Tyler Beede worked 1.1 innings, giving up 2 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 1 hits from Jose Ramirez in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Atlanta as they had 8 hits, while Cleveland only had 5.