Joey Bart homers to help Braves defeat Pirates 3-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 10:45 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Joey Bart hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning to break a scoreless tie, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 3-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 9 at PNC Park. The homer came with two outs and Mike Yastrzemski on second base, marking a significant moment for Bart, who was traded from Pittsburgh to Atlanta three weeks prior. Braves manager Walt Weiss praised Bart's presence behind the plate and his power hitting, noting that he fits the team's identity. This win improved Atlanta's record to 53-38, keeping them on top of the NL East amidst a recent slump.
- •Bart launched a two-run homer in the eighth inning.
- •Braves scored three runs on five hits in the game.
- •Atlanta improved to 53-38, maintaining their NL East lead.
- •Sean Murphy is on the 60-day injured list with a broken finger.
- •Walt Weiss noted Bart's strong presence and hitting since joining the Braves.
- 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — Walt Weiss Makes His Feelings on Joey Bart Clear After Game-Winning Home Run
"Atlanta's newest catcher delivered the biggest swing of his short Braves career on Wednesday night.
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