In a gripping eighth-inning showdown, the Atlanta Braves surged ahead of the Boston Red Sox with Marcel Ozuna’s decisive single, clinching a 4-2 victory on Tuesday. The win marked a crucial end to the Braves’ three-game losing streak, catapulting them to victory in a game marked by tense moments and strategic plays.
The Braves, struggling with offensive output in recent games, found renewed vigor as Ozuna’s hit brought in the go-ahead run, setting the stage for a late-game surge. Orlando Arcia’s infield grounder added an insurance run, solidifying the Braves’ lead and sealing their triumph over the Red Sox.
Pitcher Joe Jimenez claimed the win, delivering a scoreless eighth inning, while Raisel Iglesias secured his ninth save with a flawless ninth-inning performance. On the opposing side, Justin Slaten took the loss for the Red Sox in a hard-fought battle on the mound.
The game showcased a resilient Braves lineup against a formidable Red Sox offense. Despite the Red Sox amassing eight hits and drawing six walks, they faltered with runners in scoring position, leaving 13 runners stranded throughout the game.
Neither starting pitcher factored into the decision, with Atlanta’s Reynaldo Lopez delivering a solid 5 1/3 innings, allowing only two runs on six hits. Boston’s Kutter Crawford matched Lopez’s performance, pitching six innings and conceding two runs on five hits.
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The Braves’ breakthrough came in the third inning when Jarred Kelenic smashed his first homer of the season, ending a drought and igniting Atlanta’s offense. However, the Red Sox swiftly retaliated, capitalizing on an error to tie the game at 2-2 before the Braves rallied in the eighth inning to secure victory. With this crucial win, the Braves reaffirmed their resilience and determination, propelling them forward in a fiercely competitive season.