Zack Short made the most of his first start with Atlanta by breaking a scoreless tie with a run-scoring double in the sixth and the Braves spoiled another strong start by Chicago rookie Shota Imanaga to beat the Cubs 2-0. Short filled in at third base while Austin Riley was held out with tightness in his left side.
Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga works in the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Monday, May 13, 2024, in Atlanta. Chicago Cubs ’ Michael Busch is tagged out by Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia as he tries to stela second base in the second inning of a baseball game Monday, May 13, 2024, in Atlanta. Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga works in the second inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Monday, May 13, 2024, in Atlanta.
Imanaga had eight strikeouts and lowered his majors-leading ERA to 0.96 despite giving up seven hits with three walks. Left-hander Ray Kerr recorded three strikeouts in two perfect innings. A.J. Minter pitched the ninth, stranding two baserunners, to earn his first save in four chances, one day after a blown save in a 4-3 loss at the New York Mets.
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