Both Bryces great, but Braves pull away late for 6-2 win

Did you know it was Bryce Elder’s birthday today? I didn’t, which is kind of shameful for someone who touted the Battle of the Bryces across a few different posts in preparation for tonight’s game. No matter, though: said Battle lived up to its billing, as Bryces Elder and Miller impressed on the mound. While Elder’s outing may not have ended the way he wanted, it was likely a happy birthday for him nonetheless: a stellar performance on the mound, and what ended up being a comfortable 6-2 win after the Braves pulled away late.

Let’s talk about the younger Bryce, surnamed Elder, first. He was great. Early on, he was even better than great. Though his day started with a leadoff single, he…