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Atlanta Drops Tampa Bay 7-4 - Match Report

Tampa Bay dropped a 7-4 decision at Truist Park on Wednesday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher .

Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -125 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.

earned the victory for the Braves, throwing innings of work, striking out , walking , and allowing hits and earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Freddie Freeman in the win.

Tampa Bay got a 5-inning outing from Charlie Morton in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 1 walks and 6 hits in his time on the mound, while Joey Wendle had 2 hits in the loss for the Rays.

Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-6 advantage in hits.

Mark Melancon pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 0 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.