The Atlanta Braves experienced a disappointing start to the season, struggling to make an offensive impact against the San Diego Padres. They only managed two baserunners and failed to pose any threats throughout the game. AJ Smith-Shawver gave a decent performance with his splitter showing promise but struggled with command. In contrast, Nick Pivetta solidified his role as a reliable pitcher, thwarting the Braves' attempts to score. The game highlighted a lack of offensive execution, culminating in a baserunning error by Marcell Ozuna, further emphasizing their struggles.
A frustrating start to the season didn't get any better for the Atlanta Braves, netting only two baserunners and failing to threaten the Padres.
AJ Smith-Shawver had an okay start, throwing four innings while giving up two runs, with an amazing splitter that got ten whiffs on fourteen swings.
Despite only getting eight whiffs, Nick Pivetta effectively neutralized the Braves' offense, who couldn't get any traction against his pitching mix.
Atlanta's offense faltered, highlighted by Marcell Ozuna's baserunning mistake which extinguished the team's meager threat in the late innings.
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