Travis d’Arnaud hit his first three home runs of the season, including a grand slam in the sixth inning, helping the Braves secure an 8-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Friday night, extending their winning streak to five games.
Chris Sale, who pitched for seven innings, giving up three runs and five hits, preferred not to discuss his performance, focusing instead on d’Arnaud’s outstanding game.
Reflecting on his impressive performance, d’Arnaud remarked, “Sometimes luck plays a part along with skill.”
Adolis García’s two-run double off Sale in the sixth inning leveled the score at 3-3.
Rangers’ pitcher Jacob Latz walked Matt Olson and Marcell Ozuna before Michael Harris II’s single loaded the bases for the Braves.
Capitalizing on the opportunity, d’Arnaud hit a powerful shot over 433 feet to left-center field, securing his third career grand slam and his second three-homer game.
D’Arnaud’s unexpected offensive prowess against the Rangers, who lead the AL West, was a significant factor in the Braves’ victory, as he drove in six runs on Friday night after having only six RBIs for the season before this game.
