Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 35-16, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves dominated the Miami Marlins 9-3 at loanDepot park.
Ticking along. Last night's win by 6 gives the score a boost. Also helping: 5 wins in 7 games. The week's been good.
Braves Game on May 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | TBD (TBD) vs Miles Mikolas (1-3, 6.91 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Nationals.TV, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 59°F, Wind 3 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves dominated the Miami Marlins 9-3 at loanDepot park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Highlights
- Michael Harris II went 2-5 with 2 HR and 3 RBI.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. went 2-3 with 2 RBI.
- Mike Yastrzemski went 3-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
35 | 16 | .686 | W3 | |
|
Phillies
|
|
25 | 25 | .500 | 9.5 | L2 |
|
Nationals
|
|
25 | 26 | .490 | 10.0 | L1 |
|
Mets
|
|
22 | 28 | .440 | 12.5 | W1 |
|
Marlins
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|
22 | 29 | .431 | 13.0 | L3 |
Atlanta Braves are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +13 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | .274 | .922 | 42 | |
| 11 | .298 | .848 | 29 | |
| 5 | .343 | .916 | 22 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-3 | 1.89 | 0.87 | 62.0 | |
| 4-2 | 2.01 | 0.99 | 62.2 | |
| 2-2 | 2.85 | 1.00 | 41.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 3 HR, 5 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves celebrated their 35th win of the season with a dominant 9-3 victory over the Miami Marlins, driven by Michael Harris II's explosive two-homer game. Yet, the triumphant vibe took a hit as Ronald Acuña Jr. exited early with a bone bruise in his left thumb, putting his status in question as the team manages a growing injury list. Despite the setback, the Braves have shown resilience, taking 14 of 16 series this season, a testament to their formidable lineup. As the team claimed catcher Maverick Handley off waivers, the depth is being tested, but the Braves' offensive firepower remains a constant threat. With Acuña day-to-day, the focus shifts to how Atlanta will adapt while continuing their pursuit of excellence.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Boston Red Sox for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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