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A's Dominate Braves 10-1: Historic Homer and Grand Slam

7/9/2025

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In a thrilling showdown in West Sacramento, the Athletics crushed the Braves 10-1. Lawrence Butler made history with a spectacular leadoff inside-the-park homer, the first for the A's since 1943, while Nick Kurtz powered the offense with a grand slam. The Braves, struggling, now face a five-game losing streak.

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In a thrilling showdown in West Sacramento, the Athletics crushed the Braves 10-1. Lawrence Butler made history with a spectacular leadoff inside-the-park homer, the first for the A's since 1943, while Nick Kurtz powered the offense with a grand slam. The Braves, struggling, now face a five-game losing streak.