mlb Game Recap
Washington Falls 8-4 Against Atlanta - Game Recap
Atlanta got 5.1 innings of work from Ian Anderson en route to a 8-4 victory over Washington on Friday at Nationals Park.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -175 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.5.
Ian Anderson earned the victory for the Braves, throwing 5.1 innings of work, striking out 5, walking 3, and allowing 5 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Matt Olson in the win.
Washington's starting pitcher Erasmo Ramirez worked 2 innings, giving up 2 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Josh Bell in a losing cause.
Atlanta outhit their counterparts 12-8 in the game.
A.J. Minter pitched the final 0.1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.