ATLANTA, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- A three-run double by Brandon Jones highlighted a seven-run third inning Friday, allowing the Atlanta Braves to coast past Washington 10-5.
Atlanta sent 11 men to the plate in its big inning, which began with a single by pitcher Jair Jurrjens and included two bases-loaded walks.
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Jurrjens (12-9) benefited from the outburst to get the win, giving up a run on six hits in five innings.
Jason Bergmann (2-11) lasted just 2 1/3 innings, surrendering seven runs on five hits with three walks.
Kelly Johnson added three hits and two RBI for the Braves.