Atlanta Braves vs. Yankees: Key Takeaways from Sunday’s 4-2 Series Loss

The Braves initiated the ninth inning trailing 4-1 when Ronald Acuna, Jr. launched a solo home run. Atlanta's prospects of evening the score rested on Acuna batting with runners on base. However, following this crucial hit, catcher Drake Baldwin struck out, second baseman Ozzie Albies flew out to Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe, and designated hitter Marcel Ozuna grounded out, sealing the game.This defeat awarded the series to the Yankees. New York quickly put points on the board in the first inning, with Aaron Judge hitting a solo home run followed by an RBI single from Paul Goldschmidt.Holmes, with a record of 4-8 and a 3.77 ERA, sought much-needed run support. Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman, aiming for back-to-back strong outings, held the Braves to just one run over six innings. The Yankees' Jazz Chisolm doubled in the seventh, providing another score. Next, the Braves will face the San Francisco Giants in a three-game series.