ATLANTA (AP) — Justin Nicolino turned in another impressive performance, taking advantage of a team that can’t seem to do anything right.
Nicolino pitched seven scoreless innings, Justin Bour hit a three-run homer, and the Miami Marlins beat the hapless Atlanta Braves again, winning 7-1 Tuesday night.
For the rookie left-hander, it was the fourth straight start allowing two runs or less.
“I started off a little shaky,” said Nicolino (3-2). “The command of the fastball wasn’t where it needed to be. But I made a few pitches where my defense picked me up.”
He shut down the Braves with help from a pair of double plays.