Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 22-9, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves squeaked by the Detroit Tigers 4-3 at Truist Park.
Ticking along. They've taken 6 of 7 this week. Moving right along. And outscoring opponents by 14 this week.
Braves Game on April 30
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 12:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bryce Elder (3-1, 1.95 ERA) vs Framber Valdez (2-1, 3.41 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Detroit SportsNet, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | 🌦️ Moderate drizzle, 50°F, Wind 5 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves squeaked by the Detroit Tigers 4-3 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
Highlights
- Matt Olson went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Ozzie Albies went 1-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
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22 | 9 | .710 | W3 | |
|
Marlins
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15 | 16 | .484 | 7.0 | W2 |
|
Nationals
|
|
14 | 17 | .452 | 8.0 | W1 |
|
Phillies
|
|
10 | 19 | .345 | 11.0 | W1 |
|
Mets
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|
10 | 20 | .333 | 11.5 | L1 |
Atlanta Braves are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +14 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | .306 | 1.017 | 28 | |
| 7 | .307 | .884 | 25 | |
| 7 | .317 | .897 | 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 | 2.22 | 0.99 | 28.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .3 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 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
In a thrilling showcase at Truist Park, Matt Olson delivered his first walk-off home run for the Braves, sealing a 5-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers and solidifying Atlanta’s grip on the best record in baseball at 21-9. The Braves are riding high, winning five of their last seven games, fueled by a standout run differential that highlights their offensive prowess and pitching depth. Adding to the excitement, Spencer Strider is set to make his long-awaited season debut on Sunday, which could further bolster an already formidable squad. Meanwhile, Carlos Carrasco has been designated for assignment, clearing the way for reinforcements like Dylan Lee. As Atlanta looks to stack wins before May, the momentum is palpable, and fans can feel the heat rising in the lineup.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Colorado Rockies for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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