mlb Game Recap
Cincinnati Downed 5-4 By Atlanta - Buck Farmer Takes Loss
Atlanta shook off a 10-strikeout performance by Hunter Greene and still managed to post a 5-4 victory over the Reds on Wednesday at Truist Park.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -275 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.
Atlanta got 2 innings from Lucas Luetge, who gave up 1 earned runs on 2 hits, while striking out 3. Kirby Yates earned the victory, while the Braves got 3 RBIs from Ronald Acuna Jr. in the win.
Cincinnati's starting pitcher Buck Farmer worked 1 innings, giving up 1 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 3 hits from TJ Friedl in a losing cause.
Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-6 advantage in hits.
A.J. Minter pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.
Atlanta heads into a battle against Kansas City. Cincinnati, meanwhile, will have their next action against Philadelphia.