Acuña and Olson power Braves past Marlins 11-3 for eighth straight win
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Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Ronald Acuña Jr. hit two home runs while Matt Olson added another as the Atlanta Braves overcame the Miami Marlins 11-3 on Thursday night. The victory completed a three-game sweep and marked the Braves' eighth consecutive win. Acuña's first homer was aided by a defensive error, while Olson's 32nd homer ignited a four-run sixth inning. Left-hander Martín Pérez and five relievers combined to keep Miami's offense in check with just seven hits allowed. The Braves next face a tough matchup with the New York Yankees, while the Marlins prepare for a home series against the Los Angeles Angels.
- •Braves score 11 runs to sweep Marlins in three-game series.
- •Pérez and relievers restrict Marlins to seven hits.
- •Acuña's first homer credited to defensive misplay.
- •Next, Braves face Yankees; Marlins play Angels at home.
- 3:25 AMYahoo Sports — Acuna Jr. and Olson Homer Led Marlins Loss Against Braves
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Acuña hits 2 homers, Olson adds blast as Braves beat Marlins 11-3 for season-best 8th straight win
"Ronald Acuña Jr. hit two home runs, including one assisted by Miami's defense, and Matt Olson added a blast as the Atlanta Braves beat the Marlins 11-3 to complete a three-game sweep on Thursday night. The Braves extended their season-best winning streak to eight games and continued their string of strong pitching in the rain-delayed game. Left-hander Martín Pérez and five relievers, including Víctor Mederos (2-0), combined to allow seven hits.
"Atlanta’s superstars ignited a dominant sweep, capitalizing on the Miami Marlins' defensive miscues and stagnant bats to push the reeling "Fighting Fish" further back in the heated Wild Card race.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 3:25 AMAcuna Jr. and Olson Homer Led Marlins Loss Against Braves
Atlanta’s superstars ignited a dominant sweep, capitalizing on the Miami Marlins' defensive miscues and stagnant bats to push the reeling "Fighting Fish" further back in the heated Wild Card race.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 3:16 AMAcuña hits 2 homers, Olson adds blast as Braves beat Marlins 11-3 for season-best 8th straight win
Ronald Acuña Jr. hit two home runs, including one assisted by Miami's defense, and Matt Olson added a blast as the Atlanta Braves beat the Marlins 11-3 to complete a three-game sweep on Thursday night. The Braves extended their season-best winning streak to eight games and continued their string of strong pitching in the rain-delayed game. Left-hander Martín Pérez and five relievers, including Víctor Mederos (2-0), combined to allow seven hits.
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