Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 6-2, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves downed the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-0 at Chase Field.
Just 8 games into the season. The indicators are generally positive. Moved into first. That's a big deal for the score. Also helping: 6-2 lately. Steady, productive baseball.
Braves Game on April 04
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Chase Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bryce Elder (1-0, 0.00 ERA) vs Michael Soroka (1-0, 0.00 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | FOX, FOX |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 61°F, Wind 3 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves downed the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-0 at Chase Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Highlights
- Matt Olson went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Ozzie Albies went 3-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Braves
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6 | 2 | .750 | W3 | |
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Marlins
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5 | 2 | .714 | 0.5 | L1 |
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Phillies
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4 | 3 | .571 | 1.5 | W3 |
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Mets
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4 | 4 | .500 | 2.0 | W1 |
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Nationals
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3 | 4 | .429 | 2.5 | L3 |
Atlanta Braves are 6-2 in their last 7 games, with a +29 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | .250 | 1.250 | 2 | |
| 2 | .353 | 1.127 | 5 | |
| 3 | .281 | .955 | 8 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 5 RBI, .308 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .385 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves are riding high after a dominant 17-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks, boosting their record to 5-2 while showcasing an impressive +27 run differential over the last week. Grant Holmes stole the spotlight with a near no-hitter, demonstrating the strength of a rotation that has become the team’s most encouraging asset despite concerns over depth. Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson delivered clutch hits in a tense ninth inning, sealing the win and pushing for a three-game winning streak. With star pitcher Spencer Strider working back from an oblique strain and the recent acquisition of right-hander Víctor Mederos, the Braves are not just thriving now but also preparing for the future. This is a warm start that has fans excited, but the depth issues loom large as the season unfolds.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Los Angeles Angels for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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