In a rarity this season, the normally high-powered Braves’ offense couldn't muster much production Monday night, in a 4-1 loss to the Angels.
The game started in ominous fashion as Braves’ starter Charlie Morton gave up a leadoff homer to Angles second baseman Luis Rengifo, and Atlanta was in an early 1-0 hole. The inning could've been much worse as Morton allowed a hit-by-pitch and 2 walks after the homer to load the bases. But was able to strikeout newcomer Randall Grichuk with the bases loaded to end the inning.
The first time through the order, the Braves’ offense didn't have much against Angels’ starter Chase Silseth.