The Atlanta Braves defeated the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the World Series

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(CNN) – The Atlanta Braves defeated the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the World Series 6-2.

The Braves took the lead early, scoring five fast runs off Houston starter Framber Valdez. The Astros left-hander was removed from the game just in the second inning after a disappointing outing.

Atlanta starter Charlie Morton looked good at first, but took a hit from Yuli Gurriel’s bat to the shin in the second inning, breaking his fibula. Morton stayed in the game until the next inning and left after striking out Jose Altuve. The Braves announced that they will miss the rest of the series.

Charlie Morton of the Atlanta Braves throws a pitch during the first inning. David J. Phillip / AP

After Morton was forced to retire, the Braves bullpen went to work, keeping the Astros’ powerful lineup at bay for the remainder of the game.

Game 2 is scheduled for Wednesday night at Minute Maid Park in Houston. The first launch is scheduled for 8:09 pm ET.