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Braves Face Closer Concerns After Series Loss to Yankees
domingo, 9 de agosto de 2026
Fuente: yardbarker.com
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The Braves have dropped two consecutive games to the Yankees, raising questions about closer Raisel Iglesias' performance as the team heads into the final stretch of the season.
The Atlanta Braves recently lost their first two games against the New York Yankees, both by a single run, ending an eight-game winning streak.
In the first game, the Yankees scored two runs in the ninth inning off closer Raisel Iglesias, winning in extra innings. Iglesias has now blown three saves this season, with troubling trends emerging in his performance, including a 4.85 ERA since late May.
Despite these issues, the Braves maintain an 8.5-game lead in their division, and management is likely to stick with Iglesias for now. However, if his struggles continue, alternatives like Robert Suarez or Didier Fuentes may be considered. The Braves are currently focused on ensuring Iglesias returns to form as they prepare for the playoffs.
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