mlb Game Recap
Jesse Chavez Earns Win in Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Game
Atlanta scored early and often on Tuesday, sprinting to a lead and into double figures with a 12-0 win over Washington.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -145 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 7.5.
Jesse Chavez earned the victory for the Braves, throwing 3 innings of work, striking out 3, walking 0, and allowing 1 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Ramon Laureano in the win.
Washington got a 0.2-inning outing from Jacob Barnes in the loss. He gave up 1 earned runs, 0 walks and 2 hits in his time on the mound, while Jose Tena had 2 hits in the loss for the Nationals.
Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 15-3 advantage in hits.