Atlanta Braves Daily Update
The Atlanta Braves are 30-14, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves dropped one to the Chicago Cubs 0-2 at Truist Park. Today they play the Boston Red Sox at 07:15 PM EDT on NESN, BravesVision, Gray TV.
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The numbers paint a decent picture. 2.1 RA/G this stretch. The pitching is carrying weight. And they're +10 in run differential. The gap is meaningful.
Braves Game Today
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Spencer Strider (1-0, 2.89 ERA) vs Connelly Early (3-2, 3.16 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NESN, BravesVision, Gray TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 54°F, Wind 9 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves dropped one to the Chicago Cubs 0-2 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
30 | 14 | .682 | L1 | |
|
Phillies
|
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21 | 23 | .477 | 9.0 | W1 |
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Nationals
|
|
21 | 23 | .477 | 9.0 | L1 |
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Marlins
|
|
20 | 24 | .455 | 10.0 | L1 |
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Mets
|
|
18 | 25 | .419 | 11.5 | W3 |
Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +10 run differential.
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Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | .294 | 1.000 | 37 | |
| 11 | .294 | .889 | 33 | |
| 8 | .288 | .816 | 25 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-3 | 1.96 | 0.91 | 55.0 | |
| 4-1 | 1.81 | 1.01 | 54.2 | |
| 2-2 | 2.31 | 0.97 | 35.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, .556 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Braves News
Despite a frustrating shutout loss to the Chicago Cubs, the Atlanta Braves continue to maintain a solid grip on the NL East with a record of 28-13. Chris Sale shined on the mound, striking out eight and allowing just one unearned run, but the Braves' bats fell silent, leaving them unable to complete the series sweep. With the offense averaging 4.9 runs per game over the last week, it's clear they can turn it around quickly. As the team gears up to face the Cubs again, they need to capitalize on key moments, especially in high-leverage situations. The Braves boast a deep roster, making tough trade decisions inevitable, as players like Matt Olson and Drake Baldwin continue to impress at the plate. This team has playoff potential, and with the right adjustments, they could be the first to reach 30 wins.
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| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 05/16 |
vs Boston Red Sox
|
7:15 PM |
| Sun 05/17 |
vs Boston Red Sox
|
1:35 PM |
| Mon 05/18 |
@ Miami Marlins
|
6:40 PM |
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