"The Nationals scored two runs in the first inning because this is apparently they do, now. The Braves didn't respond until the fourth inning, which is when Matt Olson cracked one out to dead-center field for a two-run shot that tied the game up at two."
"Fortunately, once the bullpen entered the game in relief of Bryce Elder, they were able to make sure that the Nationals didn't do any more damage after that."
"That was a good thing since the Braves were able to eventually get to Jake Irvin for four runs (three earned)."
The Washington Nationals entered a four-game series against the Atlanta Braves with a strong offensive record, scoring the third-most runs in the National League. The Braves aimed to capitalize on the Nationals' poor pitching performance. In the first game, the Nationals scored early, but the Braves tied it with a home run from Matt Olson. The Braves' bullpen effectively limited the Nationals' scoring, allowing Atlanta to eventually take control of the game and score four runs against Jake Irvin.
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