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ATLANTA — Two rookies came through in key situations to help Atlanta’s Tim Hudson beat Arizona’s Josh Collmenter.
Backed by a key defensive play by first baseman Freddie Freeman and two ninth-inning strikeouts by closer Craig Kimbrel with a runner on third, Hudson and the Braves beat Collmenter and the Diamondbacks 1-0 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
Hudson combined with Jonny Venters and Kimbrel on a five-hit shutout. Alex Gonzalez homered for the game’s only run.
Hudson (13-7) allowed only three hits with three walks and seven strikeouts in seven innings.
“He was outstanding,” said Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez. “Wow. What a performance. He got out of a couple of jams and gave us the opportunity to win.”