US EditionMLB Roundup: Braves Sweep Marlins in Historic Doubleheader
FULTON COUNTY, GEORGIA, AUG 9 – Jurickson Profar made a leaping catch at Truist Park to prevent a home run, helping the Braves maintain momentum in a 7-1 victory over the Marlins, officials said.
- On Saturday at Truist Park, the game featured a doubleheader opener with Marlins RHP Sandy Alcantara facing Braves newcomer Erick Fedde, as part of a key matchup.
- During the opening game of Saturday's doubleheader at Truist Park, Jurickson Profar made a candidate for Catch of the Year by robbing a home run over the fence.
- Scaling the left field fence, Jurickson Profar reached over and kept hold of the ball without dropping it, making a candidate for Catch of the Year.
- Fueling the Braves' momentum, the play contributed to a 7-1 win in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader, showcasing Profar's impact.
- Some now debate whether Profar’s grab outdoes Denzel Clarke’s June 2025 catch, which is hailed as one of MLB history’s finest.
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ATLANTA (AP) — Matt Olson, Marcell Ozuna and Michael Harris II hit home runs to support a strong start from Joey Wentz and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 7-1 on Sunday.
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The Miami Marlins played the Atlanta Braves in the first game of Saturday’s doubleheader at Truist Park. The Braves jumped to an early lead, looking poised for victory. However, a remarkable defensive play in the middle of the game quickly drew comparisons to one of the year’s best outfield catches. In the fourth inning, Marlins DH Agustin Ramirez faced an 87-mph splitter from Hurston Waldrep. The ball soared toward left field, looking like it m…
Harris and Waldrep lead Braves past Marlins 7-1 as female umpire makes history - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
ATLANTA (AP) — Michael Harris II hit a 3-run homer, rookie Hurston Waldrep threw six strong innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 7-1 Saturday in the first game of a doubleheader that featured some Major League Baseball history. Jen Pawol became the first female umpire in a Major League game, working first base. She is scheduled to be at third base in the second game of the doubleheader and behind home plate in the series finale …
Jurickson Profar saved a homerun in the Atlanta Braves game against Miami Marlins by MLB
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