Freddie Freeman hit a two-run double during Atlanta’s five-run second inning against Cole Hamels, Teheran pitched around five walks and the Braves held off a rally to beat the Rangers 5-4 and split a doubleheader Wednesday night.
Nomar Mazara had a two-run homer off Teheran in the nightcap for Texas, which won the first game 12-8 behind four hits from Elvis Andrus .
Otherwise, Teheran (10-11) avoided mistakes. He earned his second straight home win, allowing three runs, five walks and five hits in five innings.
“Obviously I don’t want to give in or make a mistake,” Teheran said. “… I know five walks is a lot but I didn’t want to throw the ball over the plate where they could hit it.”
The Braves took one win in the three-game series.