What is the Atlanta Braves record in 2026?

The Atlanta Braves are 71-48, 1st in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Braves today?

Martín Pérez (7-6, 3.14 ERA) vs Nolan McLean (8-7, 3.51 ERA). First pitch at 07:15 PM EDT.

What channel is the Braves game on today?

Today's game airs on SNY, BravesVision, Gray TV. First pitch at 07:15 PM EDT.

Atlanta Braves News & Updates

August 11, 2026

The Atlanta Braves were 71-48, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves were beaten by the New York Mets 5-8 at Truist Park.

Braves Daily Vibe Check

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last night's loss

The indicators are generally positive. Dropped last night by 3 and the temperature took a hit. Counterbalancing that, a +9 run differential over the last 7. They're winning the math.

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Braves Game on August 11

Opponent:	New York Mets (53-67)
Location:	Truist Park
First Pitch:	07:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Martín Pérez (7-6, 3.14 ERA) vs Nolan McLean (8-7, 3.51 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	SNY, BravesVision, Gray TV
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 75°F, Wind 7 mph

Braves Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves were beaten by the New York Mets 5-8 at Truist Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	5	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	8	12	0
	2	0	0	2	1	0	0	0	0	5	9	0

Highlights

Mauricio Dubón went 1-5 with 2 RBI.

Braves Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	71	48	.597		L1
Phillies	64	56	.533	7.5	W2
Marlins	60	59	.504	11.0	W2
Nationals	59	61	.492	12.5	W3
Mets	53	67	.442	18.5	W2

Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +9 run differential.

Braves Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
28 Matt Olson	34	.266	.891	72
23 Michael Harris II	20	.292	.814	67
30 Drake Baldwin	20	.271	.809	60

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
52 Dylan Lee	5-0	2.03	0.75	53.1
51 Chris Sale	12-7	2.20	1.02	123.0
46 Dylan Dodd	3-1	1.98	0.83	36.1

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
51 Chris Sale	6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
54 Tyler Mahle	6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
33 Martín Pérez	7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Braves News

The Atlanta Braves are feeling the pressure as they attempt to maintain their grip on the division lead following a hard-fought victory over the New York Yankees. Despite the 2-1 win, questions linger after Bryce Elder's shaky outing, which underscored the team’s need for more consistency on the mound. With Spencer Strider and Hurston Waldrep cleared to throw, fans are left wondering if they can make a late-season impact. Meanwhile, the release of Jorge Mateo marks a shift in the roster as the Braves prepare for a crucial series against the Mets. The Braves' recent performance, with a +14 run differential over the last week, shows promise, but the team cannot afford to overlook the issues that could derail their playoff ambitions.

Sources

MLB.com

Even with 'a lot of moving parts,' Braves rue key missed chance for ABS challenge

ATLANTA -- As Bryce Elder walked away from his first rough start since the All-Star break, he was among the many wondering how different his outing might have been had his attempt to challenge a pitch been seen by home-plate umpire Cory Blaser. “I think if I would have really

MLB.com

Strider (elbow), Waldrep (arm discomfort) cleared to begin throwing

ATLANTA -- Spencer Strider and Hurston Waldrep might not have time to build back up in time to pitch again this year. But as Braves manager Walt Weiss spoke to reporters Monday afternoon, he was happy to say both pitchers were recently cleared to begin a throwing program. “I don't

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Braves can’t overcome Elder implosion, lack of longball in 8-5 loss to Mets

This game had an eventful first inning that saw the Mets plate five on Bryce Elder and the Braves, and then a valiant-but-doomed comeback attempt over the rest of the game. The main things that stood out to me: Bryce Elder with poor command is a nightmare, and the Braves really needed some homers in […]

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Braves vs Mets chat and discussion: Bryce Elder vs. Christian Scott

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Mlbtraderumors

Braves Release Jorge Mateo

The Braves have released infielder/outfielder Jorge Mateo, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He had been designated for assignment by the club last week. He is now free to sign with any team. Mateo, 31, signed with Atlanta in January on a one-year deal with a $1MM guarantee. It probably wasn’t a coincidence that […]

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Braves' Monday lineup vs. Mets a reminder of what they were missing with all those injuries

The Atlanta Braves were able to salvage a win in their series finale with the Yankees. It was a hard- fought series, and it felt like the scales could tip for e

Braves Upcoming Schedule

The Atlanta Braves host the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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