Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 9-5, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves routed the Cleveland Guardians 11-5 at Truist Park.
A healthy temperature for a reason. The 6-run win last night carries weight here. Also helping: outscoring opponents by 13 this week.
Braves Game on April 11
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Martín Pérez (0-0, 3.86 ERA) vs Parker Messick (1-0, 0.82 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ⛅ Partly cloudy, 55°F, Wind 6 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves routed the Cleveland Guardians 11-5 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 15 | 1 |
Highlights
- Michael Harris II went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Matt Olson went 1-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Dominic Smith went 3-4 with 2 RBI.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. went 2-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
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9 | 5 | .643 | W3 | |
|
Marlins
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8 | 6 | .571 | 1.0 | L1 |
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Mets
|
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7 | 7 | .500 | 2.0 | L3 |
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Phillies
|
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6 | 7 | .462 | 2.5 | L3 |
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Nationals
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5 | 8 | .385 | 3.5 | W1 |
Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +13 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | .328 | 1.012 | 16 | |
| 1 | .333 | 1.178 | 2 | |
| 4 | .278 | .982 | 10 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves thundered to an 11-5 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, igniting excitement as they racked up 15 hits, showcasing the potential of their hot bats. Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II, both overcoming early-season struggles, contributed crucial home runs that not only lit up the scoreboard but also hinted at a promising turnaround for the duo. Bryce Elder navigated a rocky start, but his ability to settle down set the stage for a powerful offensive explosion in the sixth inning. Despite the celebration, concerns linger over Marcell Ozuna’s diminishing role, leaving fans questioning the wisdom of offseason moves like the one for Jurickson Profar. As the Braves sit at 8-5, the energy from this victory could be the spark they need to gain traction in the division.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the Miami Marlins for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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