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Atlanta vs Colorado Final: 8-7 - Recap

Atlanta grabbed a 8-7 win over Colorado on Sunday, as Charlie Morton was credited with a win at Coors Field.

Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -155 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 11.

Atlanta got 5 innings from Charlie Morton, who gave up 4 earned runs on 6 hits, while striking out 8. Charlie Morton earned the victory, while the Braves got 3 RBIs from Matt Olson in the win.

Colorado got a 1.2-inning outing from Jhoulys Chacin in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 1 walks and 2 hits in his time on the mound, while Brendan Rodgers had 3 hits in the loss for the Rockies.

Colorado enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-11 advantage in hits.

Kenley Jansen pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 2 hits in his outing.

Next game, Atlanta takes its act home to face Oakland looking for another win. For Colorado, they head on the road to face San Francisco.