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Nationals edge Braves 2-1, win Atlanta series

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Atlanta — The Washington Nationals beat the Atlanta Braves 2-1 at Truist Park on Sunday after Foster Griffin delivered six scoreless innings and Nasim Nuñez’s RBI single in the fifth provided the decisive run; the Nationals’ bullpen preserved the lead despite a ninth-inning Braves comeback attempt. The loss ended the Braves’ streak of eight straight home series wins to open the season and came amid two rain delays on Sunday; Atlanta left-hander Martín Pérez allowed one run in 5 2/3 innings, and the Nationals moved closer in the division while the Braves faced scrutiny over late-game defense.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Braves opened season with eight straight home series victories.
Braves and Nationals met in a three-game series at Truist Park this weekend.
Friday’s game went to extra innings with the Braves winning the opener.
Sunday featured two rain delays and Foster Griffin’s six scoreless innings.
Nationals won 2-1 on Sunday, ending Atlanta’s home-series streak.

Why This Matters to You

If you're a Braves fan, this loss stings. It ends a strong home-series streak and raises questions about late-game defense. For Nationals fans, it's a hopeful sign. The team is inching closer in the division.

The Bottom Line

The Nationals' win over the Braves was a nail-biter, with a ninth-inning comeback attempt by Atlanta. Despite two rain delays and a strong start from Braves' Martín Pérez, the Nationals held on. The key takeaway: every game counts in this tight division race. Worth forwarding if you know a die-hard Nationals or Braves fan.