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Braves shut down by Marlins rookie pitching sensation Fernandez, 5-2
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Atlanta Braves' Jordan Schafer hits a double in the first inning of Wednesday's game against the Marlins in Miami. - photo by Lynn Sladky
MIAMI — In his season finale, Miami Marlins rookie sensation Jose Fernandez pitched seven innings, hit his first major-league homer and engaged in a standoff with the annoyed Atlanta Braves that cleared both benches and bullpens. When he had completed his eventful evening, Fernandez slowly walked off the mound one last time, removing his cap as the crowd gave him a standing ovation. Two relievers pitched the final two innings, and the woeful Marlins beat the playoff-bound Braves 5-2.
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