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Braves Clinch Series in Extra Innings Thriller
27 Jul
Summary
- Austin Riley delivered the go-ahead hit in the 11th inning.
- Dominic Smith contributed two RBIs and three hits for Atlanta.
- Baltimore stranded multiple runners in extra innings, unable to score.
The Atlanta Braves clinched their three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles with a dramatic 3-2 victory in 11 innings on Sunday afternoon. Austin Riley provided the decisive hit, doubling in the go-ahead run in the top of the 11th.
Dominic Smith was a key offensive contributor for the Braves, tallying three hits and driving in two runs with his singles. Starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez delivered a strong outing, throwing 5 2/3 scoreless innings for Atlanta.
The Orioles tied the game in the bottom of the ninth but could not capitalize on opportunities in the 10th and 11th innings, stranding runners in scoring position. Pete Alonso hit a home run for Baltimore in the eighth, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Braves' late-game heroics.
