Braves vs. Pirates: Atlanta faces sweep after rain-delayed loss

The Atlanta Braves lost 4-1 to the Pittsburgh Pirates in a rain-delayed game, leading to a series loss Saturday afternoon at PNC Park.

In numbers

• Atlanta’s ERA leader managed three runs (two earned) in 4.2 innings before a rain delay.
• Despite throwing a good 70 (43 strikes), López was knocked out of the game during the delay.
• The courageous hitters had fourteen hard-hit balls with an exit velocity of 95 mph or more, but ten of them resulted in outs.

Yes, but

Despite hitting the ball hard, Atlanta struggled to convert those hits into favorable results, resulting in a loss.

State of play

• Atlanta finishes the series Sunday afternoon with veteran Chris Sale on the mound, aiming to avoid a sweep of the Pirates.
• The match is scheduled for 1:35 p.m. ET on Bally Sports Southeast.

And after

With Atlanta facing a potential sweep, they are counting on veteran pitcher Chris Sale to save the series against the Pirates on Sunday afternoon.

Conclusion

Even though they hit the ball hard, the Braves were unable to capitalize on their opportunities, resulting in a loss and the need to rely on Chris Sale to prevent a sweep in the next game.