Max Fried's nearly perfect performance, where he pitched 8 2/3 innings and struck out nine batters, was crucial for keeping the Braves' playoff hopes alive.
The emotional roller coaster for Braves fans was heightened by the possibility of losing Fried to free agency, making his standing ovation more meaningful.
The Chicago White Sox's struggles illustrated a broader point about sports success: bad teams create opportunities for good teams, as demonstrated in their loss to the Detroit Tigers.
In a must-win game, the fact that the White Sox repeatedly failed to capitalize on opportunities made it clear why they are not a successful team.
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