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Anderson's pinch-hit 2-run HR helps Marlins beat Braves 3-1

MIAMI (AP) -- After being held out of the lineup to rest, Brian Anderson was ready when needed.

Anderson delivered with a pinch-hit, two-run home run in the seventh inning to help the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Saturday night.

''It was kind of a reset,'' Anderson said. ''It helps your body, your legs get underneath you. I was relaxed for a day even if I had that one at-bat. I just tried to go in and have a good at bat especially In a situation like that.