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Albies hits go-ahead homer in 8th as Braves overcome strong start by Olson and beat Tigers 2-1

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Reese Olson works against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, June 17, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

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ATLANTA (AP) — Ozzie Albies hit a go-ahead home run with two outs in the eighth and the Atlanta Braves overcame a strong start by Detroit right-hander Reese Olson to beat the Tigers 2-1 on Monday night.

Albies hit his fifth homer of the season 407 feet, high into the right field seats, off right-hander Shelby Miller (4-5).