Bart’s Clutch Homer Shocks Pirates | Atlanta Braves News

Atlanta Braves News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Joey Bart crushed a two-run homer in the 8th inning against the team that traded him just three weeks prior, powering the Braves to a 3-0 win over the Pirates and proving his value as a clutch power hitter and defensive anchor behind the plate. With starting catcher Sean Murphy sidelined and backup struggling, Bart’s arrival filled a critical gap, bringing veteran presence, right-handed power, and game-changing moments that helped Atlanta snap a skid and hold onto their NL East lead. Manager Walt Weiss praised Bart’s impact — both on offense and in the batter’s box — calling him the perfect…