Atlanta Braves Daily Recap Archive

Extra rest comes back to haunt Pérez and his command vs. Phillies

The Atlanta Braves secured a solid 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, enhancing their division lead to 84-57, but the lingering concerns about their rotation can't be ignored. Martín Pérez's recent performance raised eyebrows, as his struggles could jeopardize the...

Sale bolsters NL Cy Young case with strong 7-K start to extend NL East lead

Chris Sale continues to bolster his Cy Young candidacy, striking out seven in a strong outing, further solidifying the Braves' position atop the NL East as they gear up to face the Philadelphia Phillies. Mauricio Dubón made a notable impact, stepping up in center field and...

Sale throwing harder than ever at age 37

The Braves are riding high after their impressive 9-0 victory over the Nationals, pushing their record to 83-57 and solidifying their position at the top of the division. With Matt Olson and Michael Harris II heating up at the plate, the team’s offensive momentum is palpable,...

Acuña Jr. fastest in MLB history to reach 200 HRs and 200 SBs

Ronald Acuña Jr. made history by becoming the fastest player in MLB to reach 200 home runs and 200 stolen bases, further solidifying his status as a generational talent. This incredible feat came during a week where the Braves split a series with the Nationals, suffering a...

After recent struggles, will Smith-Shawver factor into Braves' postseason plans?

The Atlanta Braves, despite currently sitting atop the division with an 82-56 record, are grappling with inconsistency as they dropped a disappointing 7-3 decision to the San Francisco Giants. This loss accentuated a troubling trend: the team's offense and pitching have...