Braves Win Series with Baldwin's Walk-Off Against Reds

The Atlanta Braves secured a dramatic 5-4 walk-off victory against the Cincinnati Reds, completing a three-game series win. Rookie Drake Baldwin emerged as the hero by delivering a clutch single in the 11th inning to score Ozzie Albies, after fouling off two tough pitches. Reliever Scott Blewett was instrumental in preserving the tie with two perfect innings in the 10th and 11th, while Spencer Schwellenbach rebounded from a rough stretch to pitch six solid innings. The Braves rallied late in the 9th, overcoming a two-run deficit with key contributions from Eli White and Michael Harris II, who tied the game with an RBI single. Baldwin, a rookie catcher, has impressed not only with this game-winning hit but also with strong overall metrics, including a high average exit velocity and hard-hit rate, indicating his potential as a top hitter despite limited plate appearances. His recent surge at the plate suggests he could see more playing time, complementing established catcher Sean Murphy.