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Braves Shut Out Cubs as Smith-Shawver Shines in Season Debut

Top prospect A.J. Smith-Shawver impresses with 4 1/3 scoreless innings, backed by Kelenic's homer and strong relief pitching.

  • Smith-Shawver allowed only three hits and struck out four in his first start of the season.
  • Jarred Kelenic hit a solo home run to give the Braves an early lead.
  • Five Braves relievers combined to secure the team's eighth shutout of the season.
  • Marcell Ozuna's 15-game hitting streak ended, but he contributed with an RBI.
  • Kyle Hendricks, recently moved to the bullpen, gave up two runs in relief for the Cubs.
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