DJ Herz, Nationals shut down Braves, avoid sweep

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Jacob Young had two hits, including an RBI double to highlight a three-run seventh inning, helping the visiting Washington Nationals beat the Atlanta Braves 5-1 on Sunday and salvage the finale of the three-game series.

Washington is 7-4 against Atlanta and is guaranteed to win a season series against the Braves for the first time since 2017.

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