mlb Game Recap
Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs Wrap - Atlanta Wins 5-2
Chicago dropped a 5-2 decision at Wrigley Field on Friday as Atlanta legged out a win behind winning pitcher .
Atlanta won as a +103 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 8 were rewarded at the payout window.
earned the victory for the Braves, throwing innings of work, striking out , walking , and allowing hits and earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Ronald Acuna Jr. in the win.
Chicago got a 1-inning outing from Pedro Strop in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 1 walks and 1 hits in his time on the mound, while Willson Contreras had 2 hits in the loss for the Cubs.
Atlanta enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-6 advantage in hits.
Will Smith pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 3 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.