Braves bring 1-0 series lead over Reds into game 2

Key Takeaways: Reds Overwhelmed by Braves in 8-3 Loss on Friday Night

The Braves downed Cincinnati 8-3 (MLB-best 39-19) after debut reliever Marte surrendered 4 earned runs in ⅓ inning, flipping a 4-3 game in the sixth. With Págan and Ashcraft sidelined, bullpen depth is now Cincinnati's decisive liability; offseason pickups Bleday and Lowe (17 combined HR) remain the team's only reliable offensive floor.