MIAMI -- Hurston Waldrep ’s first full month as a Major Leaguer has been one of the best months any Braves pitcher has constructed since the turn of the century.

Waldrep might not have had his best stuff on Tuesday, as he escaped numerous threats while helping the Braves claim an 11-2 win over the Marlins at loanDepot park. But he maintained his sub-1.00 ERA and strengthened his bid to be named the National League’s Pitcher of the Month and Rookie of the Month.

Thanks to a nine-run ninth inning, keyed by Marcell Ozuna’s leadoff double and Vidal Bruján's go-ahead double, the Braves improved to 5-0 in Waldrep’s appearances this year. Ozzie Albies capped his first multihomer game since July 4, 2023 , with a three-run shot in the ninth, having also hit Sandy Alcantara’s 99.1 mph fast

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