Dominic Smith's Two-Run Homer Powers Braves Past Pirates 6-3

Dominic Smith blasted a two-run homer that sparked the Atlanta Braves to a 6-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Smith's clutch swing came after the Braves fell behind by three runs early in the game, shifting momentum in Atlanta's favor.

Spencer Strider settled in after a rough first inning, pitching five frames and allowing three runs while striking out several Pirates batters. The Braves' bullpen delivered a scoreless relief effort to preserve the lead and close out the win.

Pittsburgh's early offensive outburst was not enough to overcome Atlanta's mid-game surge. The victory improved the Braves to the best record in Major League Baseball.