Hernandez Drops Braves, ERA as Seattle Outplays Atlanta

SEATTLE (AP) — Felix Hernandez allowed one run in eight innings, extending his major league record streak of games with at least seven innings and two or fewer runs to 15, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Tuesday.

Hernandez (12-3) struck out eight and walked one. His earned run average dropped to a league-leading 1.97.

Alex Wood (7-9) worked six innings, allowing five hits, just one earned run, walked four and struck out five for the Braves, who have lost seven in a row.

Fernando Rodney allowed a run in the ninth but earned his 31st save in 34 opportunities.