Michael Harris II's eighth-inning double lifts Braves past Rockies for sixth consecutive win

Michael Harris II's two-run double in the eighth inning powered the Atlanta Braves past the Colorado Rockies 2-1, extending their winning streak to six games Times Union. The Braves, National League East leaders, continue their hot streak behind clutch hitting and solid relief pitching.
Brent Suter, acquired at the trade deadline, earned his first win with Atlanta after pitching 2 1/3 innings of scoreless relief Yahoo Sports. The Rockies managed just one run despite playing at home, showcasing Atlanta's dominant pitching down the stretch.
Harris came through with two outs on the board. His double to the gap scored the go-ahead runs and proved to be the deciding blow Durango Herald. The eighth-inning knock broke open a tight contest and gave the Braves breathing room they never surrendered.
The veteran reliever took the mound in relief and threw 2 1/3 innings without allowing a run Vegas Sun. Suter's strong performance marked an encouraging debut since his mid-season trade acquisition and gave Atlanta exactly the kind of pitching depth they need down the stretch.
Home plate umpire Ron Kulpa had to leave the game after taking a foul ball off his facemask. The incident created a brief interruption but the game continued without further delays Yahoo Sports. The Braves offense was able to maintain focus and execute when it mattered most.
Colorado managed just one run against Atlanta's pitching staff despite entering with baseball's worst team ERA at 5.54 Times Union. The Rockies' lack of offensive firepower put them in an impossible position once the Braves scored in the eighth inning, sealed their sixth straight loss.
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