The Braves got a pair of home runs from Chipper Jones to lead to an 8-6 win over the Dodgers last night. It was a 2nd straight victory for the Braves, who gained a split of the 4-game series in Los Angeles.
Chipper knocked solo home runs in the 6th and 8th innings--in the process, he became the Atlanta franchise leader in home runs, now leading Dale Murphy by 1 with 372 for his career.
The Braves' offense last night also included a home run from Jeff Francouer, and a 2-RBI double from Edgar Renteria.
Starting pitchers on both sides was not good--the Braves' Tim Hudson only lasted 3 innings with 10 hits and 6 runs allowed. L-A's Brad Penny surrendered 6 runs in his 4 innings of work. The Atlanta-bullpen however, did their job. To lead 5 relievers, Peter Moylan threw 2 good innings for the win. At the end, Bob Wickman wrapped things up for his 16th save.
The Braves start a 3-game series in San Diego this evening heading into the All-Star break.
Chipper knocked solo home runs in the 6th and 8th innings--in the process, he became the Atlanta franchise leader in home runs, now leading Dale Murphy by 1 with 372 for his career.
The Braves' offense last night also included a home run from Jeff Francouer, and a 2-RBI double from Edgar Renteria.
Starting pitchers on both sides was not good--the Braves' Tim Hudson only lasted 3 innings with 10 hits and 6 runs allowed. L-A's Brad Penny surrendered 6 runs in his 4 innings of work. The Atlanta-bullpen however, did their job. To lead 5 relievers, Peter Moylan threw 2 good innings for the win. At the end, Bob Wickman wrapped things up for his 16th save.
The Braves start a 3-game series in San Diego this evening heading into the All-Star break.
