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Braves new third baseman Hector Olivera dives just missing a single by Marlins’ Martin Prado. Curtis Compton / ccompton@ajc.com
Braves new third baseman Hector Olivera dives just missing a single by Marlins’ Martin Prado. Curtis Compton / ccompton@ajc.com
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Sept 2, 2015

A recap of the Braves’ loss to the Florida Marlins on Tuesday at Turner Field.

How the game was won: The Braves couldn't pitch or hit effectively while losing 7-1 to the Marlins.The Braves lost their seventh consecutive game and 14th in their past 15. Manny Banuelos allowed three runs in 2 2/3 innings. He made a spot start after Mike Foltynewicz (ill) missed his start on Monday and forced Shelby Miller to move his turn in the rotation up one day. Marlins first baseman Justin Bour smashed a three-run homer against Braves reliever Ryan Kelly in the seventh inning for a 7-0 lead.

Number: 14. Braves players to make their big-league debuts this season after infielder Hector Olivera did so on Tuesday.

Next: The Braves play the Marlins at 12:10 Wednesday on SunSport. Braves TBA vs. Marlins LHP Adam Conley.

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