Post by Reddington on Jan 19, 2024 8:18:26 GMT -5
Braves 8/24
August is still the time of year Braves fans, to continue coming back to the ballpark! Let us look at the week in review once again.
This week the games went like this:
8/16 The Atlanta Braves secured a close 2-1 victory against the Colorado Rockies in a tightly contested game. The Braves' offense struggled to get on the board until the sixth inning when they responded with a run. In the eighth inning, a crucial double by Sanchez drove in the go-ahead run, giving the Braves a 2-1 lead. Rupe delivered an outstanding performance, allowing only 1 hit and 1 run over 8.2 innings. In a clutch situation, Valverde came in to secure the final out and his 39th league leading save. Sanchez's double in the eighth inning proved to be the decisive hit, giving the Braves the lead. It was a pitcher's duel with both teams putting up a strong defensive effort. The Braves' ability to capitalize on key opportunities secured them the narrow 2-1 victory over the Rockies. The attendance was 63007 at Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum with the weather, cloudy 77 degrees, and the wind blowing right to left at 10 mph.
8/17 In a competitive matchup, the Atlanta Braves secured a 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies. The Braves demonstrated a balanced offensive performance, highlighted by Perez's home run and a productive lineup that contributed to the overall run production. Defensive struggles, including errors by Cedeno and Reyes, didn't significantly impact the final result. RA Dickey had a solid start, allowing three runs over 5.2 innings. The bullpen, with contributions from Hanrahan and Valverde, maintained control and secured the win. Valverde got his 40th save. In summary, the Braves' balanced offensive performance and effective pitching, combined with defensive issues on the Rockies' side, led to a 5-3 victory for Atlanta. Attendance was 63044 at Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum, with the weather being partly cloudy, 70 degrees, wind blowing left to right at 8 mph.
8/18 In a pitching duel, the Atlanta Braves emerged victorious with a 3-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds. The Braves' offense had a modest but effective performance. S. Green's double in the fourth inning drove in one run, and Barker's RBI contributed to the team's total. A sacrifice fly by Perez added another run. The lone error by Reyes did not significantly impact the final outcome. Atlanta Braves John Smoltz delivered an outstanding performance, pitching 8.2 scoreless innings with only five hits allowed and four strikeouts. Valverde secured the save with a brief appearance in relief for his 42 of the season. Green's double and Barker's RBI provided the necessary offensive support for the Braves. Smoltz's dominant pitching performance, including a wild pitch, kept the Reds off the scoreboard. Strong pitching and timely hitting secured the 3-0 win over the Reds, highlighting Smoltz's stellar performance on the mound.
8/19 Smelling a sweep in the three game series with the Red, in a closely contested matchup, the Atlanta Braves secured a narrow 5-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, featuring a thrilling performance on both sides. The Braves' offense got off to a strong start in the second inning, where A. Reyes delivered a clutch triple with the bases loaded, driving in three runs. A. Sanchez contributed with a two-run homer in the eighth inning. Despite the Reds' attempts to rally, the Braves held on for the win without committing any errors. Reyes' bases-loaded triple in the second inning set the tone for the Braves' offensive surge. Sanchez's eighth-inning homer provided crucial insurance runs for the Braves. Smith's solid pitching performance, allowing four runs over eight innings, played a pivotal role in the Braves' victory.
8/20 In a pitching duel between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals, the Braves emerged victorious with a 3-0 win, showcasing both solid pitching and timely hitting.The Braves' offense came to life in the fourth and fifth innings, scoring all three runs during that span. Perez, Barker, and Rabe contributed with key hits. Notably, Green's sacrifice fly and a double from him with a runner on base proved pivotal. The Braves' defense held strong, committing only one error. Rupe pitched a complete game shutout, allowing only four hits, walking one, and striking out three. His impressive performance earned him the win and showcased the strength of the Braves' pitching. The game between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals drew an impressive crowd of 64,959 fans to the Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum. The weather conditions were favorable, with partly cloudy skies and a temperature of 77 degrees. The wind was blowing in from right field at a moderate pace of 8 mph.
8/21 In a well-contested game between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals, the Braves emerged victorious with an 8-3 win. The matchup featured solid performances from both teams, but Atlanta's offense proved to be the difference. St. Louis took an early lead with a run in the second inning, but Atlanta responded with a run in the fourth to tie the game. The Braves then took control in the fifth inning, adding two more runs to lead 3-1. Then in the eighth inning, Atlanta's offense exploded with a six-run Rout. Boone, Sanchez, and Cedeno contributed key hits, and a grand slam by Sanchez off Sauerbeck sealed the victory for the Braves. On the pitching front, RA Dickey delivered a stellar performance for Atlanta, going 7.1 innings, allowing only one earned run and securing the win. Hanrahan closed the game with 1.2 innings of relief. In a rain-soaked contest at the Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum, the Atlanta Braves victory was in front of an enthusiastic crowd of 64,336 fans, slightly below the full capacity of 65,000 due to the rain. The atmospheric conditions, with a temperature of 78 degrees and wind blowing from left to right at 8 mph, added an extra layer of complexity to the game, making it a memorable experience for both players and spectators alike.
8/22 Smelling a sweep in the three game series with the Cards, in a closely contested game at the Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum, the Atlanta Braves secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Both teams displayed solid performances, but the Braves ultimately emerged victorious. The Braves took the lead in the fourth inning with home runs from Ojeda and Cedeno off St. Louis pitcher C. Villanueva. These long balls proved crucial in establishing Atlanta's advantage. Ojeda's solo shot and Cedeno's solo homer showcased the power in the Braves' lineup. St. Louis fought back, however, the Braves' pitching, led by Smoltz, held firm to secure the win. The game featured notable defensive plays, with Atlanta's Renteria contributing an RBI and Cedeno displaying speed on the bases with two stolen bases. On the pitching side, Smoltz delivered a strong performance over seven innings. The weather conditions for the game included partly cloudy skies with a temperature of 81 degrees. The wind was blowing in from left field at 11 mph. Despite a slight drop in attendance due to the weather, 63,008 fans were present to witness the exciting matchup.
August is still the time of year Braves fans, to continue coming back to the ballpark! Let us look at the week in review once again.
This week the games went like this:
8/16 The Atlanta Braves secured a close 2-1 victory against the Colorado Rockies in a tightly contested game. The Braves' offense struggled to get on the board until the sixth inning when they responded with a run. In the eighth inning, a crucial double by Sanchez drove in the go-ahead run, giving the Braves a 2-1 lead. Rupe delivered an outstanding performance, allowing only 1 hit and 1 run over 8.2 innings. In a clutch situation, Valverde came in to secure the final out and his 39th league leading save. Sanchez's double in the eighth inning proved to be the decisive hit, giving the Braves the lead. It was a pitcher's duel with both teams putting up a strong defensive effort. The Braves' ability to capitalize on key opportunities secured them the narrow 2-1 victory over the Rockies. The attendance was 63007 at Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum with the weather, cloudy 77 degrees, and the wind blowing right to left at 10 mph.
8/17 In a competitive matchup, the Atlanta Braves secured a 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies. The Braves demonstrated a balanced offensive performance, highlighted by Perez's home run and a productive lineup that contributed to the overall run production. Defensive struggles, including errors by Cedeno and Reyes, didn't significantly impact the final result. RA Dickey had a solid start, allowing three runs over 5.2 innings. The bullpen, with contributions from Hanrahan and Valverde, maintained control and secured the win. Valverde got his 40th save. In summary, the Braves' balanced offensive performance and effective pitching, combined with defensive issues on the Rockies' side, led to a 5-3 victory for Atlanta. Attendance was 63044 at Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum, with the weather being partly cloudy, 70 degrees, wind blowing left to right at 8 mph.
8/18 In a pitching duel, the Atlanta Braves emerged victorious with a 3-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds. The Braves' offense had a modest but effective performance. S. Green's double in the fourth inning drove in one run, and Barker's RBI contributed to the team's total. A sacrifice fly by Perez added another run. The lone error by Reyes did not significantly impact the final outcome. Atlanta Braves John Smoltz delivered an outstanding performance, pitching 8.2 scoreless innings with only five hits allowed and four strikeouts. Valverde secured the save with a brief appearance in relief for his 42 of the season. Green's double and Barker's RBI provided the necessary offensive support for the Braves. Smoltz's dominant pitching performance, including a wild pitch, kept the Reds off the scoreboard. Strong pitching and timely hitting secured the 3-0 win over the Reds, highlighting Smoltz's stellar performance on the mound.
8/19 Smelling a sweep in the three game series with the Red, in a closely contested matchup, the Atlanta Braves secured a narrow 5-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, featuring a thrilling performance on both sides. The Braves' offense got off to a strong start in the second inning, where A. Reyes delivered a clutch triple with the bases loaded, driving in three runs. A. Sanchez contributed with a two-run homer in the eighth inning. Despite the Reds' attempts to rally, the Braves held on for the win without committing any errors. Reyes' bases-loaded triple in the second inning set the tone for the Braves' offensive surge. Sanchez's eighth-inning homer provided crucial insurance runs for the Braves. Smith's solid pitching performance, allowing four runs over eight innings, played a pivotal role in the Braves' victory.
8/20 In a pitching duel between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals, the Braves emerged victorious with a 3-0 win, showcasing both solid pitching and timely hitting.The Braves' offense came to life in the fourth and fifth innings, scoring all three runs during that span. Perez, Barker, and Rabe contributed with key hits. Notably, Green's sacrifice fly and a double from him with a runner on base proved pivotal. The Braves' defense held strong, committing only one error. Rupe pitched a complete game shutout, allowing only four hits, walking one, and striking out three. His impressive performance earned him the win and showcased the strength of the Braves' pitching. The game between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals drew an impressive crowd of 64,959 fans to the Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum. The weather conditions were favorable, with partly cloudy skies and a temperature of 77 degrees. The wind was blowing in from right field at a moderate pace of 8 mph.
8/21 In a well-contested game between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals, the Braves emerged victorious with an 8-3 win. The matchup featured solid performances from both teams, but Atlanta's offense proved to be the difference. St. Louis took an early lead with a run in the second inning, but Atlanta responded with a run in the fourth to tie the game. The Braves then took control in the fifth inning, adding two more runs to lead 3-1. Then in the eighth inning, Atlanta's offense exploded with a six-run Rout. Boone, Sanchez, and Cedeno contributed key hits, and a grand slam by Sanchez off Sauerbeck sealed the victory for the Braves. On the pitching front, RA Dickey delivered a stellar performance for Atlanta, going 7.1 innings, allowing only one earned run and securing the win. Hanrahan closed the game with 1.2 innings of relief. In a rain-soaked contest at the Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum, the Atlanta Braves victory was in front of an enthusiastic crowd of 64,336 fans, slightly below the full capacity of 65,000 due to the rain. The atmospheric conditions, with a temperature of 78 degrees and wind blowing from left to right at 8 mph, added an extra layer of complexity to the game, making it a memorable experience for both players and spectators alike.
8/22 Smelling a sweep in the three game series with the Cards, in a closely contested game at the Atlanta Fulton County Coliseum, the Atlanta Braves secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Both teams displayed solid performances, but the Braves ultimately emerged victorious. The Braves took the lead in the fourth inning with home runs from Ojeda and Cedeno off St. Louis pitcher C. Villanueva. These long balls proved crucial in establishing Atlanta's advantage. Ojeda's solo shot and Cedeno's solo homer showcased the power in the Braves' lineup. St. Louis fought back, however, the Braves' pitching, led by Smoltz, held firm to secure the win. The game featured notable defensive plays, with Atlanta's Renteria contributing an RBI and Cedeno displaying speed on the bases with two stolen bases. On the pitching side, Smoltz delivered a strong performance over seven innings. The weather conditions for the game included partly cloudy skies with a temperature of 81 degrees. The wind was blowing in from left field at 11 mph. Despite a slight drop in attendance due to the weather, 63,008 fans were present to witness the exciting matchup.
