Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 20-9, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves topped the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 at Truist Park.
The indicators are generally positive. Last night's 4-run victory is the freshest data point. And winning 5 of their last 7 and it shows.
Braves Game on April 27
No game on this date.
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves topped the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 1 |
Highlights
- Matt Olson went 1-4 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Eli White went 1-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
20 | 9 | .690 | W1 | |
|
Marlins
|
|
13 | 15 | .464 | 6.5 | L2 |
|
Nationals
|
|
13 | 16 | .448 | 7.0 | W2 |
|
Phillies
|
|
9 | 19 | .321 | 10.5 | L1 |
|
Mets
|
|
9 | 19 | .321 | 10.5 | L3 |
Atlanta Braves are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +8 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .296 | .983 | 25 | |
| 7 | .311 | .909 | 25 | |
| 6 | .323 | .919 | 20 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | 2.31 | 0.91 | 35.0 | |
| 3-1 | 1.95 | 0.97 | 37.0 | |
| 2-1 | 3.62 | 1.21 | 32.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Braves News
Chris Sale's impressive performance, which included striking out Bryce Harper with the bases loaded, highlights the Braves' current momentum as they revel in a strong week that saw them go 5-2. The pitching staff is adjusting, with rookie JR Ritchie set to make his second start after a solid outing against the Phillies, while Reynaldo López moves to the bullpen to address mechanical issues. Spencer Strider's imminent return adds to the excitement, as he continues to dominate at Triple-A Gwinnett, racking up strikeouts like it's nothing. With a record of 19-9 and holding first place in the division, the Braves are navigating their NL East schedule with confidence. Meanwhile, fans eagerly await the release of the new City Connect sneakers, a stylish nod to the team's identity that perfectly captures the current vibe surrounding the franchise.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the Detroit Tigers for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
About Small Ball
This Atlanta Braves digest was built by Small Ball to save you from bouncing between five apps to follow your team. It's fan-run and made to deliver what matters each morning.
Got thoughts? Tell us. Want to support it? Ko-fi tips help keep it running.