mlb Game Recap
Atlanta Falls 8-5 Against Washington - Game Recap
Atlanta dropped a 8-5 decision at Nationals Park on Sunday as Washington legged out a win behind winning pitcher Jacob Barnes.
Washington won as a +140 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 9.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Jacob Barnes earned the victory for the Nationals, throwing 1 innings of work, striking out 1, walking 1, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Keibert Ruiz in the win.
Atlanta's starting pitcher Jesse Chavez worked 1.2 innings, giving up 0 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 3 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Jarred Kelenic in a losing cause.
Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 8-7 advantage in hits.
Kyle Finnegan pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.
Washington heads into a battle against Detroit. Atlanta, meanwhile, will have their next action against Baltimore.