Tate Southisene and Conor Essenburg showcase power in Braves minor league action

Tate Southisene and Conor Essenburg highlighted the Atlanta Braves' minor league performance on May 31, 2026. Southisene contributed with a home run and a triple, raising his OPS to.949. The Gwinnett Stripers lost a close contest to the Nashville Sounds, 4-3, struggling with runners in scoring position. Meanwhile, the Rome Emperors fell to the Winston-Salem Dash, 6-3, despite some early offensive efforts. The Emperors utilized five pitchers throughout the game, but were unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

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