Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 56-40, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves blasted the Texas Rangers 15-1 at Truist Park.
Things are trending well. A 14-run win last night helps the cause. Plus, run differential of +11 this week. They're not just winning, they're winning comfortably.
Braves Game on July 18
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 04:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Owen Murphy (0-1, 2.25 ERA) vs MacKenzie Gore (5-8, 4.63 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 74°F, Wind 5 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves blasted the Texas Rangers 15-1 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 19 | 0 |
Highlights
- Michael Harris II went 2-6 with 3 RBI.
- Drake Baldwin went 3-4 with 1 HR and 5 RBI.
- Matt Olson went 2-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Austin Riley went 2-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
56 | 40 | .583 | W2 | |
|
Phillies
|
|
54 | 44 | .551 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
|
52 | 46 | .531 | 5.0 | L4 |
|
Nationals
|
|
49 | 49 | .500 | 8.0 | W1 |
|
Mets
|
|
41 | 57 | .418 | 16.0 | W1 |
Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | .270 | .887 | 59 | |
| 0 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 2 | |
| 16 | .297 | .820 | 56 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-0 | 1.47 | 0.65 | 43.0 | |
| 10-6 | 2.06 | 1.06 | 105.0 | |
| 0-2 | 2.23 | 1.08 | 32.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 6 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves opened the second half of the season with a resounding 15-1 victory over the Texas Rangers, showcasing a much-needed offensive resurgence after a lackluster June. This win not only marked their second-highest scoring game of the year but also extended their NL East lead to three games, as the team looks to capitalize on their current momentum. Chris Sale continued to impress on the mound, dropping his ERA to 2.06, while rookie Victor Mederos made headlines by becoming the first pitcher to record a hit off a position player in five years. With 11 players currently on the injured list, the Braves' depth is being tested, but they remain poised for a strong push as trade deadline strategies come into play. Atlanta is not just aiming for consistency but also looking to leverage the Astros' turmoil to bolster their roster.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the San Diego Padres for a 4-game series starting Monday.
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