Braves struggle defensively and offensively in loss to Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 11:09 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
The Atlanta Braves fell to the Texas Rangers 7-6 at Truist Park on July 18, 2026. Despite early momentum, including a two-run homer from Eli White and a solo shot from Michael Harris, the Braves’ defense faltered. Errors and bad luck, such as a high BABIP, allowed Texas to capitalize, leading to a five-run sixth inning that turned the game. The Braves had opportunities to regain the lead late but could not convert.
- •Braves led 4-1 after the second inning
- •Eli White hit a two-run homer in the second
- •Michael Harris hit a solo homer in the third
- •Texas scored five runs in the sixth inning
- •Braves failed to tie in the ninth inning
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — BABIP and defense doom Braves in loss to Texas
"The Braves lost a bummer of a game, as bad BABIP luck and poor defense proved too much for the offense to overcome
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