mlb Game Recap
Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Recap - Nationals Over Braves 7-2
Atlanta struck out 10 times against MacKenzie Gore in losing 7-2 to Washington on Wednesday at Truist Park.
Washington was an underdog by +133 and came through for bettors backing them. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 8.5.
MacKenzie Gore earned the victory for the Nationals, throwing 5.1 innings of work, striking out 10, walking 0, and allowing 6 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Lane Thomas in the win.
Atlanta got a 1-inning outing from Pierce Johnson in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 1 walks and 2 hits in his time on the mound, while Ozzie Albies had 2 hits in the loss for the Braves.
Washington enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 13-8 advantage in hits.