The Atlanta Braves turned a 4-2 deficit into a 6-4 lead but were unable to hold on as the bullpen struggled in an 11-6 loss to the San Diego Padres. Will Smith, Spencer Strider and Darren O’Day allowed seven runs over the final three innings of the game. William Contreras and Dansby Swanson both homered for Atlanta in the loss.
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May 13: Padres 11, Braves 6
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May 13
Braves bullpen implodes in 11-6 loss to Padres
After getting a go-ahead three-run homer, Will Smith gave up one of his own and the bullpen bled seven runs in the final three innings to give the Braves another loss
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May 13
Ronald Acuña Jr. out of the lineup again, expected to play Saturday (UPDATED)
Acuña will sit for the second straight game.
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May 13
Braves host Friars on Fried Friday
The Padres will throw Yu Darvish against the Braves in the series opener.