The Atlanta Braves continued their dominant start to the season Tuesday night, using timely power hitting and strong pitching to defeat the Chicago Cubs 5-2 in the opener of a highly anticipated three-game series between the National League’s top teams. Atlanta improved to a major league-best 29-13 after combining for a one-hitter behind starter Grant Holmes and three relievers. Despite Holmes entering the game after a difficult stretch and not pitching since May 1, the Braves’ offense once again delivered enough firepower to secure the win.