{"id":660421,"date":"2026-04-03T06:48:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T06:48:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/660421\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T06:48:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T06:48:17","slug":"braves-crush-diamondbacks-17-2-in-lopsided-victory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/660421\/","title":{"rendered":"Braves Crush Diamondbacks 17-2 in Lopsided Victory"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Atlanta%2C+GA&amp;city=Atlanta&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Braves+Crush+Diamondbacks+17-2+in+Lopsided+Victory&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fga%2Fatlanta%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fbraves-crush-diamondbacks-17-2-in-lopsided-victory%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69cf5eee54e6a.jpg\" alt=\"A dynamic, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the energy and motion of a baseball game, with players' forms breaking down into vibrant brushstrokes.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Braves&#8217; offensive explosion leaves the Diamondbacks in the dust, as Atlanta&#8217;s bats erupt for a decisive victory.Atlanta Today<\/p>\n<p>The Atlanta Braves dominated the Arizona Diamondbacks 17-2 on Thursday night, powered by a massive 8-run 5th inning. Matt Olson, Dominic Smith, and Mauricio Dub\u00f3n each hit solo home runs, while starting pitcher Reynaldo L\u00f3pez allowed just 1 run over 5 innings.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Braves&#8217; offensive outburst showcases their potent lineup and ability to quickly put games out of reach. This win extends Atlanta&#8217;s lead in the NL East division race, while the Diamondbacks continue to struggle in the NL West.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>The Braves broke the game open with an 8-run 5th inning, batting around the order and tagging the Diamondbacks&#8217; pitching. Olson, Smith, and Dub\u00f3n all went deep, while the Braves also strung together several hits and took advantage of Arizona miscues to blow the game wide open.<\/p>\n<p>      The game was played on Thursday, April 3, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Matt Olson<\/p>\n<p>Braves first baseman who hit a solo home run in the game.<\/p>\n<p>Dominic Smith<\/p>\n<p>Braves outfielder who also hit a solo home run.<\/p>\n<p>Mauricio Dub\u00f3n<\/p>\n<p>Braves infielder who contributed a solo home run in the big 5th inning.<\/p>\n<p>Reynaldo L\u00f3pez<\/p>\n<p>Braves starting pitcher who allowed just 1 run over 5 innings.<\/p>\n<p>Arizona Diamondbacks<\/p>\n<p>The opposing team that was routed by the Braves&#8217; offensive onslaught.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Atlanta%2C+GA&amp;city=Atlanta&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Braves+Crush+Diamondbacks+17-2+in+Lopsided+Victory&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fga%2Fatlanta%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fbraves-crush-diamondbacks-17-2-in-lopsided-victory%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cOur offense was really clicking tonight. When we get contributions up and down the lineup like that, it&#8217;s tough for any team to stop us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Matt Olson, Braves First Baseman<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The Braves&#8217; dominant win showcases their offensive firepower and ability to quickly blow open games, a trait that will serve them well as they look to maintain their lead in the NL East division race.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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