Atlanta beat St. Louis 5-1, highlighted by Reynaldo López’s strong five innings (six Ks) and a dominant, hitless bullpen finish. The offense was uneven but produced a key three-run eighth, including a safety squeeze. Atlanta is skipping Bryce Elder this weekend due to fatigue and reduced velocity. The show also covers updated prospect rankings and the rapid ascent of 19-year-old outfielder Eric Hartman, a 2024 20th-round Canadian pick paid like a Day 2 selection, now drawing major national attention for his power-speed production and projected fast track through the minors, underscoring a rising Braves farm system and trade-deadline flexibility.
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