mlb Game Recap
Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals Recap - Braves Over Nationals 3-2
Washington dropped a 3-2 decision at Nationals Park on Thursday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher Drew Smyly.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -110 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.
Atlanta got 6 innings from Drew Smyly, who gave up 0 earned runs on 4 hits, while striking out 4. Drew Smyly earned the victory, while the Braves got 2 RBIs from Ehire Adrianza in the win.
Washington's starting pitcher Jon Lester worked 5 innings, giving up 4 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out 5 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Josh Harrison in a losing cause.
Washington outhit their counterparts 8-4 in the game.
The game was closed out by Will Smith who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 1 hits, 0 walks and fanned 1 batters to earn the save.
Atlanta looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Philadelphia. Washington will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.