Title: Braves Overwhelm Marlins in Dominant Display; Humiliating Loss for Miami
Date: June 30, 2023
By Ivan the Great
The Atlanta Braves showcased an array of rude behavior on Friday night as they humiliated the Miami Marlins in a one-sided game. The Marlins, who entered the game with the best pitching performance in MLB for the month of June, left with serious damage to their pitching lines and a disheartening loss.
The Braves’ offensive onslaught was nothing short of comical, with a barrage of home runs causing a delay in the seventh inning due to a lighting issue caused by the Friday night fireworks. Adding insult to injury, the Braves hit yet another homer, resulting in a cloud of smoke enveloping the field. This bizarre turn of events culminated in a dominant-yet-silly 16-4 victory, with Michael Soroka’s impressive performance on the mound despite allowing two homers.
The rude boys of Atlanta quickly made it their mission to dismantle Bryan Hoeing’s impressive pitching stats. Hoeing, who had entered the game with a 2.31 ERA, 3.56 FIP, and 4.45 xFIP, saw his numbers regress significantly after the Braves tagged him for three runs in 3 2⁄3 innings. The Marlins’ hopes of making a game of it were quickly dashed as the Braves continued to pile on the runs.
The Braves wasted no time asserting their dominance, with Ronald Acuña Jr. sparking the offensive frenzy with an infield single and Austin Riley adding an RBI double to give the Braves an early lead. Matt Olson’s two-run homer and Eddie Rosario’s two-run shot further extended the Braves’ lead.
Following a brief resurgence from the Marlins, who scored three runs in the top of the third inning, the Braves, unfazed by the challenge, retaliated with even greater force. Riley led off the bottom of the third with a homer, quickly followed by Olson’s triple and Sean Murphy’s sacrifice fly, further widening the gap.
The onslaught continued throughout the game, with Olson, Murphy, and Acuña delivering impressive performances at the plate. The Braves hit six homers in total, setting a franchise record for homers in a calendar month, and leaving the Marlins completely overwhelmed and unsure of how to respond.
In addition to the offensive fireworks, the game also marked Michael Soroka’s triumphant return to Atlanta after a three-year absence. Despite a shaky third inning in which he gave up two home runs, Soroka showcased his resilience and finished with a 7/0 K/BB ratio. By effectively utilizing his pitching arsenal, Soroka confounded Marlins hitters and stifled their attempts at a comeback.
With this resounding victory, the Braves affirmed their dominance in the NL East, now holding a seven-game lead and extending their winning streak to six games. Their remarkable 21-4 record in June cements their status as a force to be reckoned with in the league. The Braves’ relentless pursuit of victory promises more excitement as they continue their series against the Marlins.
In light of their explosive performances night after night, the Braves are providing fans with plenty of entertainment and fireworks, rendering traditional firework displays unnecessary.