Marcell Ozuna continued his impressive performance by hitting two more home runs, while Chris Sale, facing his former team, pitched for six innings. This led the Atlanta Braves to a 5-0 win over the Boston Red Sox, completing a sweep of their two-game series on Wednesday night.
Ozuna’s first homer came as a three-run shot in the opening inning, followed by a solo drive in the third off Nick Pivetta, who struggled in his first start after returning from the injured list.
Known as “Big Bear,” Ozuna surpassed Shohei Ohtani for the MLB lead in home runs with his 11th and 12th of the season. Additionally, he leads the league with 38 RBIs.
Even as fans at Truist Park chanted “MVP! MVP!” during his final at-bat, Ozuna remained focused and humble.
Reflecting on his journey, Ozuna highlighted the importance of staying grounded, regardless of success. This mindset shift is significant, considering his struggles just a year ago, when his future with the Braves seemed uncertain.
Sale, who previously played for the Red Sox from 2018 to 2023, endured a tenure marked by injuries despite an initial World Series win. His trade to Atlanta in the recent winter marked a fresh start for the pitcher.
