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Dominic Smith Hits Walk-Off Grand Slam in Braves Debut

3/29/2026

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Smith's Dramatic Debut

Dominic Smith of the Atlanta Braves hit a walk-off grand slam to beat Kansas City Royals 6-2 in his Braves debut.
The Braves erased a 2-0 deficit in the ninth, and Smith's slam sparked a six-run surge.
The moment is poignant for Smith after his mother's death from cancer, and he thanked the Braves for support.
The Braves aim to sweep the series, with Grant Holmes set to pitch the finale.

Summary

Estévez's Struggles Continue

Kansas City Royals reliever Carlos Estévez struggled, allowing four hits and two walks in one-third of an inning.
Dominic Smith delivered the game-ending hit off Estévez.
Manager Matt Quatraro may need to consider closer alternatives as Estévez cannot be trusted.
Salvador Perez hit the Royals' first run of the season.
The Royals scored another run due to an error by Matt Olson.

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Smith's Dramatic Debut

Dominic Smith of the Atlanta Braves hit a walk-off grand slam to beat Kansas City Royals 6-2 in his Braves debut.
The Braves erased a 2-0 deficit in the ninth, and Smith's slam sparked a six-run surge.
The moment is poignant for Smith after his mother's death from cancer, and he thanked the Braves for support.
The Braves aim to sweep the series, with Grant Holmes set to pitch the finale.

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