ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 09: Freddie Freeman #5 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after hitting a two-run home run in the eighth inning of an MLB game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park on April 9, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
The Atlanta Braves picked up their fourth win of the season on Saturday night as they defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 to advance to 4-4 overall for the season, and pick up their first series win of the season.
Atlanta Braves starter Ian Anderson ran into some trouble early as he gave up two runs in a 30-pitch top of the first to give the Phillies an early 2-0 lead.