Braves tie game with Yastrzemski and Acuña homers against Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:43 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face the Washington Nationals in a tight contest on July 31, 2026. Braves pitcher Grant Holmes struggled early, giving up three home runs, including two to Daylen Lile. Ronald Acuña and Mike Yastrzemski homered to tie the game at three after trailing. The game remains ongoing as both teams showcase strong offensive capabilities.
- •Game remains ongoing at Truist Park in Atlanta
- •Holmes allows three home runs in early innings
- •Acuña hits a 421-foot home run to start the Braves' comeback
- •Yastrzemski hits a clutch two-run homer to tie the game
- •Braves look to push for a lead as the game continues
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Yastrzemski and Ronald Acuña homer as Braves slip past Nationals
"The Braves took advantage of most of the baserunners they had to secure a close game win.
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