Braves rally late for 7-6 victory over Padres in Atlanta

On July 22, 2026, the Atlanta Braves defeated the San Diego Padres 7-6 at Truist Park. The game featured notable rallies from both teams, with the Braves ultimately pulling ahead late. Initially, the contest started slowly, but it picked up in the final innings as the Braves and Padres exchanged runs. The Braves went to the bullpen in the fifth inning after a four-inning start from Martin Perez, who struggled with walks. The game saw key contributions from various players, including Jackson Merrill's game-tying homer and Matt Olson's singles in the clutch. The Braves capitalized on these moments to secure the win.

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