Rome Braves Recap: Braves shut out Legends

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Final: Rome 3, Lexington 0

How it happened: The Braves scored three runs in the top of the third inning and the combination of Brandon Barker and Bradley Roney at the mound struck out 11 batters to help Rome shut out the Legends.

Who did what for Rome: Bryan De La Rosa hit a solo home run early in the third inning to put the Braves on the board. Later in the inning, Keith Curcio doubled to score Ozzy Albies, and Jordan Edgerton singled to score Curcio.

On the mound: Brandon Barker (1-2) earned his first win of the season in seven innings of work. Barker retired seven batters and only allowed four hits. Roney earned the save in the final two innings. Roney struck out four and allowed only one hit.

Next Game: The Braves continue their series against the Lexington Legends today at 10:05 a.m.

Radio: 99.5-FM

Next Homestand: The Braves return to State Mutual Stadium next Wednesday for a four-game series against the Hagerstown Suns.

Source: Rome News

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