After storming their way into a big lead, the Braves let what seemed like a commanding lead slip away. Three unearned runs ended up dooming Atlanta to defeat as the Cubs beat them 9-7 this afternoon at Wrigley Field.
Today’s rollercoaster ride of a baseball game was initially flying in favor of the Braves. Even though the Cubs got on the board first with a leadoff home run from Kyle Schwarber, the Braves seized control of the game from that point forward. Tyler Chatwood pitched as advertised, as he gave up four BBs and the first of those helped start a rally that eventually gave the Braves their first run of the game.