Blue Jays prevent Braves from sweeping series with decisive win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:20 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Atlanta Braves 7-2 on June 4, 2026, at Truist Park. The Braves had won the first two games of the series, but struggled offensively and allowed 16 hits from Toronto. Blue Jays pitcher Chad Dallas held the Braves to one run over 3 2/3 innings in his major league debut. Atlanta's Ronald Acuña Jr. scored one run and Mauricio Dubón hit a solo home run. The Braves' bullpen initially kept the game close until the Blue Jays broke through for four runs in the ninth inning. The Braves will host the Pittsburgh Pirates next.
- •Blue Jays hit a season-high 16 hits against Braves
- •Chris Sale allowed three earned runs for Atlanta
- •Toronto scored four runs in the ninth inning
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. stole his 14th base of the season
- •Braves face the Pittsburgh Pirates next
- 2:20 AMYahoo Sports — Braves again denied a sweep as Blue Jays rack up the hits
"Just keep reminding yourself winning 2 of 3 every series would comfortably win the division.
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