Nine in a row for the Braves.
The Atlanta Braves picked up their ninth consecutive win after defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Friday night. Spencer Strider earned the start and tossed 5.2 frames. He struck out eight, walked one, and gave up four hits.
“He’s a really good competitor,” said Dansby Swanson on Strider’s third start. “And you combine that with his ability,” he added, “it just makes him that much more special. I’m glad he’s on our team.