BRAVES BLANK CUBS, TAKE 2-0 LEAD IN SERIES

The Atlanta Braves shut out the Chicago Cubs 5-0 on Tuesday night in game two of a four-game set at Truist Park, which gave the Braves a 2-0 lead in the series.

Ronald Acuna Jr. got Atlanta on the board with a solo home run in the bottom of the fifth inning.

Ian Anderson picked up his second win of the season after giving up just one hit, walking one, and striking out eight over seven scoreless innings.

The Braves will continue their series versus the Cubs with game three tonight at Truist Park. First pitch is slated for 7:20 pm. The outing will be broadcast on WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM; air time is 6:05 pm.