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Shelby Miller's strong start not enough as Atlanta Braves fall 1-0 to St. Louis Cardinals

Miller allowed two hits in 7 1/3 innings

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Shelby Miller follows through during the fifth inning of Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals in St. Louis. - photo by Billy Hurst

0726Miller — Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Shelby Miller follows through during the fifth inning of Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals in St. Louis. - photo by Billy Hurst

ST. LOUIS — Pinch-hitter Stephen Piscotty got his first career RBI with a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning and Carlos Martinez outdueled former teammate Shelby Miller as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Atlanta Braves 1-0 on Saturday night. The Cardinals won their fifth in a row despite getting just two hits. They lead the majors with a 63-34 record.

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