Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 38-19, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves crushed the Boston Red Sox 10-2 at Fenway Park.
Things are trending well. Winning by 8 last night moved the needle. On top of that, a +5 run differential over the last 7. They're winning the math.
Braves Game on May 29
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Great American Ball Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Grant Holmes (3-2, 3.78 ERA) vs Chris Paddack (0-6, 6.86 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Reds.TV, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 62°F, Wind 7 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves crushed the Boston Red Sox 10-2 at Fenway Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 11 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Michael Harris II went 2-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. went 1-3 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
- Ozzie Albies went 3-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
38 | 19 | .667 | W1 | |
|
Phillies
|
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29 | 27 | .518 | 8.5 | W3 |
|
Nationals
|
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29 | 28 | .509 | 9.0 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
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26 | 31 | .456 | 12.0 | L2 |
|
Mets
|
|
23 | 33 | .411 | 14.5 | W1 |
Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | .262 | .891 | 44 | |
| 13 | .301 | .861 | 33 | |
| 9 | .276 | .772 | 29 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-0 | 1.40 | 0.62 | 25.2 | |
| 8-3 | 2.01 | 0.94 | 67.0 | |
| 4-3 | 2.50 | 1.08 | 72.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .182 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Braves News
Ronald Acuña Jr. made headlines today, not just for his grand slam over the Green Monster but also for reigniting Braves fans' faith as Atlanta crushed the Red Sox 10-2, securing yet another series win. With Chris Sale on the mound, the Braves showcased their offensive prowess, shaking off recent criticisms about their inconsistency. Acuña's kiss to his bat was a sweet reminder of his power, and for anyone doubting the Braves' ability to bounce back, this game was a clear statement. However, the whispers about Ha-Seong Kim’s struggles linger, prompting contemplation about his future in Atlanta. As trade rumors swirl, discussions about targeting players like Tarik Skubal are heating up, though skepticism remains about the feasibility of such moves. At 37-19, the Braves are still riding high, but they need to keep the momentum rolling.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the Toronto Blue Jays for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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