Braves defeat White Sox 2-0 as Grant Holmes throws shutout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 12:27 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Atlanta Braves secured a 2-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on August 20, marking their 75th win of the season. Grant Holmes pitched six innings, allowing just one hit while striking out three. Austin Riley provided both RBIs with a double and a single in crucial moments. This win was particularly important for the Braves, as it came after a challenging series against the Minnesota Twins. They are set to face the Milwaukee Brewers in their next matchup.
- •Grant Holmes allowed one hit in six innings pitched.
- •Austin Riley drove in both runs for Atlanta.
- •The Braves avoid a sweep against the White Sox.
- •Luke Sinnard was promoted to Double-A from the minors.
- •Atlanta will play the Milwaukee Brewers next.
- 12:27 PMYahoo Sports — Braves News: Grant Holmes throws shutout, Luke Sinnard promoted, and more
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