mlb Game Recap
Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Recap - Braves Over Nationals 8-5
Atlanta grabbed a 8-5 win over Washington on Tuesday, as Luke Jackson was credited with a win at Truist Park.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -250 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.
Atlanta got 1 innings from Will Smith, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 0. Luke Jackson earned the victory, while the Braves got 4 RBIs from Ozzie Albies in the win.
Washington's starting pitcher Paolo Espino worked 5 innings, giving up 7 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 7 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Alcides Escobar in a losing cause.
Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 11-9 advantage in hits.
The game was closed out by Will Smith who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 0 walks and fanned 0 batters to earn the save.