mlb Game Recap
Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Recap - Braves Over Nationals 5-3
Washington dropped a 5-3 decision at Truist Park on Monday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher Charlie Morton.
The Braves were a -188 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 8.5.
Charlie Morton earned the victory for the Braves, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 6, walking 3, and allowing 6 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from William Contreras in the win.
Washington got a 5-inning outing from Joe Ross in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 3 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Yan Gomes had 2 hits in the loss for the Nationals.
Washington enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 7-6 advantage in hits.
Will Smith pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.