Drake Baldwin stars as Braves top Rangers in series finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Drake Baldwin had a career-high five hits and homered twice in the Atlanta Braves' 8-5 victory over the Texas Rangers on July 19. Baldwin's performance included a 10-for-14 series, contributing significantly to the Braves' offense. Austin Riley also shined, hitting two homers and driving in four runs, marking a notable return to form for him. The Braves now sit at 57-41 for the season after clinching the series at Truist Park. Looking ahead, Atlanta will host the San Diego Padres for a four-game series starting July 21.
- •Drake Baldwin finishes with career-high five hits and two homers.
- •Austin Riley homers twice and ties season high with four RBIs.
- •Braves clinch series win over Rangers with 8-5 score.
- •Grant Holmes secures win, improving to 6-4 this season.
- •Next, Braves face Padres in a four-game series at home.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Drake Baldwin career game, Austin Riley breakthrough lead Braves past Rangers
"Is the Braves’ lineup returning to form? Promising, if early, signs.
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