The Atlanta Braves suffered one of their most dramatic defeats of the season Thursday night, falling 11-10 to the Arizona Diamondbacks after surrendering a seven-run ninth inning at Truist Park. The loss not only capped a three-game sweep by the D-backs but also extended Atlanta’s losing streak to four games.
The Braves appeared in full control, leading 10-4 with one out in the ninth. But the Diamondbacks, refusing to quit, unleashed a relentless rally. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. started the comeback with a solo home run, followed by a two-run shot from Alek Thomas. Arizona kept the pressure on, stringing together walks and clutch hits, including Ketel Marte’s RBI single and Ildemaro Vargas’s game-tying knock. Eugenio Suárez then delivered the decisive blow—a two-run double off Braves closer Raisel Iglesias, who was unable to stop the bleeding.
Atlanta’s offense showed signs of life, with Ronald Acuña Jr., Austin Riley, and Drake Baldwin all homering. However, the Braves’ bullpen faltered at the worst possible moment, blowing a 99.9% win probability entering the ninth inning. Marcell Ozuna grounded into a game-ending double play, sealing the Braves’ fate and drawing boos from the home crowd.
The sweep drops the Braves further behind in the NL East and raises questions about their late-inning pitching. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks’ explosive offense continues to impress, now back at .500 and firmly in the playoff hunt.
Can Atlanta recover from this gut-wrenching loss, or will the bullpen woes continue to haunt them? The next series could be crucial for the Braves’ postseason hopes.
