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The Atlanta Braves were 10-7, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves were dismantled by the Miami Marlins 4-10 at Truist Park.

Braves Daily Vibe Check
68°
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Warm
taking over first place

Not flashy, but the math works. They're in first now. That changes the math. The catch: the 6-run loss last night is the heaviest factor today.

Braves Game on April 14

Opponent:Miami Marlins (9-8)
Location:Truist Park
First Pitch:07:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Reynaldo López (1-0, 1.15 ERA) vs Max Meyer (1-0, 3.68 ERA)
TV Broadcast:BravesVision, Marlins.TV, Gray TV
Forecast:🌤️ Mostly sunny, 72°F, Wind 4 mph

Braves Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves were dismantled by the Miami Marlins 4-10 at Truist Park.

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Highlights

Braves Record & Standings

NL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Braves
107.588 L1
Marlins
98.5291.0 W1
Phillies
88.5001.5 W1
Nationals
79.4382.5 L1
Mets
710.4123.0 L6

Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +13 run differential.

Braves Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
30
Drake Baldwin
5.300.91517
8
Dominic Smith
3.3531.02511
2
Jorge Mateo
1.4381.1593

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
2
Jorge Mateo
4 hits, 1 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games
23
Michael Harris II
4 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
55
Bryce Elder
7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
26
Raisel Iglesias
3.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games
51
Chris Sale
6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Braves News

The Atlanta Braves are riding high after a commanding 13-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, showcasing an offense that now averages 5.62 runs per game, ranking just behind the league's elite. However, the momentum faltered in their recent matchup against the Miami Marlins, where manager Walt Weiss faced criticism for pulling Grant Holmes after only four innings of work despite a strong start. This decision loomed larger as the Braves' bats struggled to keep pace with the Marlins, highlighting their inconsistency amid a talented roster. Meanwhile, the return of Michael Harris II from paternity leave adds another layer of excitement, as he re-joins a lineup that has proven capable of explosive scoring, even as the team navigates through injury challenges. With a record of 10-6, the Braves stand atop the division, but they must find a way to maintain their offensive firepower and pitching stability moving forward.

Sources
Marlins pull away after Weiss' early hook of Holmes, but righty respects decision
MLB.com
Marlins pull away after Weiss' early hook of Holmes, but righty respects decision
ATLANTA -- Grant Holmes was bewildered on Monday when he was limited to 59 pitches and four innings on a night that had started with three perfect innings. But his appreciation for Braves manager Walt Weiss grew when the skipper explained his reasoning for the early hook. “I was sitting
Atlanta Braves pitching rocky and bats can’t catch up in loss to Marlins
Battery Power
Atlanta Braves pitching rocky and bats can’t catch up in loss to Marlins
The Atlanta Braves took on the Miami Marlins in at Truist Park in a game that looked to be in the home team’s favor. Grant Holmes and his sterling ERA backed by an offense that leads the NL East in run differential by a large margin. The Marlins starter, Eury Pérez, has a career ERA […]
Michael Harris returns to lineup as red hot Braves offense looks to beat Marlins
Battery Power
Michael Harris returns to lineup as red hot Braves offense looks to beat Marlins
It was a win-win for Michael Harris as he was on paternity leave to be with his family, and the Atlanta Braves were able to score a large number of runs while he was out. The Braves’ offense now averages 5.62 runs per game behind only three other teams after the massive 13-1 blowout yesterday. […]
Poll: Which Team Has Been Most Impacted By Injuries This Year?
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Poll: Which Team Has Been Most Impacted By Injuries This Year?
Every year, teams that are widely expected to succeed at the outset of the season stumble due to injury woes. Teams that look strong on paper can often perform much less impressively if even one or two key players are removed from the mix, and even the very best teams can look vulnerable with a […]
Braves Designate Luke Williams For Assignment
Mlbtraderumors
Braves Designate Luke Williams For Assignment
The Braves announced today that outfielder Michael Harris II has been reinstated from the paternity list. In a corresponding move, infielder Luke Williams has been designated for assignment. Atlanta’s 40-man roster count drops from 39 to 38. Williams was only selected to the big league roster this past weekend when Harris went on paternity leave. […]
Unsung Braves hitting prospect is quietly destroying the minor leagues to start 2026
Housethathankbuilt
Unsung Braves hitting prospect is quietly destroying the minor leagues to start 2026
The Atlanta Braves could have something on their hands in infield prospect David McCabe, although he doesn't have long to take advantage of his breakout.

Braves Upcoming Schedule

The Atlanta Braves visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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