Cubs shut down Braves to win series finale

Javier Assad (Getty) ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MAY 15: Javier Assad #72 of the Chicago Cubs pitches in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on May 15, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The Cubs beat the Braves 7-1 Wednesday night in Atlanta to avoid being swept for the first time this season.

Javier Assad improved to 4-0 on the year as he pitched six scoreless innings.

Charlie Morton suffered the loss for the Braves allowing four runs, three earned, in three innings.

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