Matt Olson's three-run homer lifts Braves over Diamondbacks

Matt Olson hit a decisive three-run home run in the bottom of the seventh, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 5-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 16, 2026, at Truist Park. The homer, Olson's 36th of the season, came after the game was tied at 2. Prior to that, Atlanta had taken a 2-1 lead with an RBI double from Ronald Acuña Jr. After Olson’s homer, Dylan Lee pitched a scoreless eighth, and Raisel Iglesias secured the save despite allowing one run in the ninth. Bryce Elder commanded a strong performance, allowing one run over six innings. The Braves' win staved off a potential three-game losing streak as they prepare for a seven-game road trip starting against the Minnesota Twins.

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