The Atlanta Braves defeated the Milwaukee Brewers on June 9, 2025, by a score of 7-1, in the first game of their series. The Braves, who entered the game with a record of 27-37, were looking to turn around a tough stretch, while the Brewers, at 35-32, aimed to maintain their position in the NL Central.

Chris Sale was the star of the game for Atlanta, pitching seven dominant innings and striking out 11 Brewers hitters. Sale's performance was a significant boost for a Braves team that had struggled to find consistency. On the other side, Brewers' pitcher C.J. Aaron Savali, making just his fifth start of the season after a hamstring injury, battled through the Braves lineup.

The Braves' offense came alive in the fifth inning, highlighted by home runs from Ronald Acuna Jr. and Matt Olson, contributing to a three-run rally. Olson finished the game with 14 home runs and 39 RBIs for the season so far. Marcell Ozuna also made a significant impact, driving in two runs with a single in the ninth inning, extending Atlanta's lead to 7-1.

Despite the loss, the Brewers had some notable performances. Brice Turang continues to be a steady presence in the lineup, while Christian Yelich leads the team with 13 home runs and 41 RBIs. Jackson Chourio is batting .254 with 10 home runs and 38 RBI.

The Braves' victory broke a seven-game losing streak and marked a crucial win as they try to climb out of the NL East division hole. Before the game, the Braves were 3-12 since Acuna Jr. returned to the lineup, highlighting the team's struggles despite his presence. For the Brewers, the loss was a setback, but they remain in a competitive position in their division.

Looking ahead, both teams have important series coming up. The Braves continue their series against the Brewers before facing the Colorado Rockies and New York Mets. The Brewers, after concluding their series with Atlanta, will host the St. Louis Cardinals.