Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 12-7, 1st in the NL East. The Atlanta Braves did not play yesterday.
The indicators are generally positive. Winning 5 of their last 7 and it shows. Plus, the lineup producing 6.9 R/G this stretch. That's fuel for the score.
Braves Game on April 17
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Citizens Bank Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Martín Pérez (0-1, 3.14 ERA) vs Taijuan Walker (1-2, 7.36 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSP, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 78°F, Wind 7 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
The Atlanta Braves did not play yesterday.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
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12 | 7 | .632 | W2 | |
|
Marlins
|
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9 | 10 | .474 | 3.0 | L2 |
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Nationals
|
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9 | 10 | .474 | 3.0 | W1 |
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Phillies
|
|
8 | 10 | .444 | 3.5 | L2 |
|
Mets
|
|
7 | 12 | .368 | 5.0 | L8 |
Atlanta Braves are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +16 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | .381 | 1.043 | 15 | |
| 5 | .321 | .935 | 19 | |
| 5 | .293 | .982 | 14 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 5 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.2 scoreless IP, 8 K in 3 recent games | |
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves are riding a wave of momentum, sitting at 12-7 and fresh off a 6-3 victory over the Miami Marlins, marking a strong 5-2 record over the past week with a +16 run differential. As the team gears up for an upcoming series against the Phillies, they’re bolstered by Dylan Lee’s quiet effectiveness in the bullpen and Spencer Strider's encouraging rehab start, where he struck out three in 3 1/3 scoreless innings. Meanwhile, the Braves are tweaking their roster, promoting Ian Hamilton while Luke Williams opts for free agency, leaving the door open for potential reinforcements. On the minor league front, Tate Southisene is starting to show signs of improvement, adding a glimmer of hope for the future. With hot bats like Dominic Smith and Drake Baldwin leading the charge, the Braves are feeling confident as they assert their dominance in the division.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Washington Nationals for a 4-game series starting Monday.
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