Game 2 PPD after Reds win Game 1 vs. Braves
ATLANTA -- The second game of Wednesday’s split doubleheader between the Reds and Braves was postponed due to inclement weather. It was rescheduled for Sept. 9 at Truist Park at a time yet to be announced. Heavy rain on Tuesday resulted in the postponement of Game 2 of the series,
Braves' rain-soaked homestand marred by mistakes, injuries
ATLANTA -- It was a homestand that the Braves will likely want to wipe from their memories. After returning from the All-Star break, Atlanta played five games over six days at Truist Park, and in that time, the team lost second baseman Ozzie Albies (fractured left wrist) and starting pitcher
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