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Foltynewicz wins 1st career start as Atlanta Braves beat Cincinnati Reds, 4-3
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Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz works in the first inning of Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds in Atlanta. - photo by John Bazemore
ATLANTA — Mike Foltynewicz knew the Atlanta Braves were counting on him to pitch at least five innings and keep the score close. They just weren't sure how well he could swing the bat. Foltynewicz, who estimated it's been six years since his last official plate appearance, wasn't too certain himself.
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