Victorino powers Phils to win at Atlanta (AP)

 
Shane Victorino hit a home run and drove in four runs and the Phillies beat the Braves 8-3 on Tuesday night to remain unbeaten at Turner Field this season. Pat Burrell also hit a homer for the Phillies, who improved to 6-1 against the Braves this season. They are 4-0 in Atlanta. The Phillies took three straight wins in Atlanta on June 6-8 but then lost six straight series, including four against... [link]

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