Kelenic’s 3-run homer in 1st leads Braves to win over Rockies

Jarred Kelenic (Getty) ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Jarred Kelenic #24 of the Atlanta Braves rounds first base after hitting a three-run homer in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Truist Park on September 04, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Jarred Kelenic’s 3-run homer in the first led the Braves to a 5-2 win over the Rockies Wednesday night in Atlanta.

Charlie Morton improved to 8-7 as he allowed two runs in five innings.

With the win, the Braves maintain their 1/2 game lead over the Mets for the final National League wild card spot.

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