The Atlanta Braves dug themselves a big hole early and were unable to recover in an 9-1 loss to the Los Angeles Angels.
Ian Anderson’s struggles began early in this one as he dug himself a big hole early. Shohei Ohtani flew out for the first out before Taylor Ward homered to center to give the Angels their first lead since July 13. Jared Walsh then reached on a bunt single against the shift. Luis Rengifo and Max Stassi followed with singles of their own to score Walsh and make it 2-0. Unfortunately, it got worse from there.