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Atlanta Braves Minnesota Twins Game Ends in 5-1 Braves Victory - Recap

Minnesota dropped a 5-1 decision at Target Field on Wednesday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher Chris Sale.

Atlanta won as a -140 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 7.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Chris Sale earned the victory for the Braves, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 6, walking 1, and allowing 6 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Luke Williams in the win.

Minnesota's starting pitcher Caleb Thielbar worked 0.1 innings, giving up 2 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 1 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Manuel Margot in a losing cause.

The battle of the bats favored Atlanta as they had 8 hits, while Minnesota only had 7.

Atlanta looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Philadelphia. Minnesota will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Toronto.