In a Spring Training game, the Atlanta Braves' offense was limited, highlighted by Garrett Cooper's two-run home run. AJ Smith-Shawver had a shaky start allowing two runs but recovered well, striking out four in four innings. In contrast, Bryce Elder's outing was poor, marked by control issues and early homers. Chadwick Tromp emerged as a key player with solid hitting, crucial with Sean Murphy inactive. Meanwhile, the Red Sox saw positive performances from Trevor Story and Trayce Thompson, with discussions about their roles for the season ahead.
Garrett Cooper hit a deep two-run shot, but the Atlanta Braves' offense was mostly quiet, scoring only a single run to support AJ Smith-Shawver's start.
AJ Smith-Shawver had a rough start, allowing runs in the first inning but recovering well, showcasing his potential with four strikeouts in four innings.
Bryce Elder's performance was disappointing, allowing back-to-back homers and showing poor control, highlighting concerns about his ability to secure a spot in the rotation.
Chadwick Tromp emerged as a bright spot with multiple hits, providing needed depth for the catching position with Sean Murphy sidelined.
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