Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 23-10, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves downed the Colorado Rockies 8-6 at Coors Field.
A healthy temperature for a reason. 5-2 over the last 7. That record does the talking. Factor in coming off a win by 2. That energy is baked into the score.
Braves Game on May 02
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Coors Field |
| First Pitch: | 08:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Chris Sale (5-1, 2.31 ERA) vs TBD (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | Rockies.TV, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 55°F, Wind 4 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves downed the Colorado Rockies 8-6 at Coors Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 1 |
 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 1 |
Highlights
- Mauricio Dubón went 2-5 with 3 RBI.
- Matt Olson went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
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23 | 10 | .697 | W1 | |
|
Marlins
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15 | 17 | .469 | 7.5 | L1 |
|
Nationals
|
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15 | 18 | .455 | 8.0 | L1 |
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Phillies
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13 | 19 | .406 | 9.5 | W4 |
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Mets
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11 | 21 | .344 | 11.5 | W1 |
Atlanta Braves are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | .297 | 1.011 | 29 | |
| 7 | .324 | .927 | 22 | |
| 7 | .299 | .862 | 25 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | 2.31 | 0.91 | 35.0 | |
| 3-1 | 1.88 | 1.05 | 43.0 | |
| 2-1 | 2.22 | 0.99 | 28.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .273 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 comeback, the Atlanta Braves rallied from a staggering 6-0 deficit to defeat the Colorado Rockies 8-6, marking a strong start to their nine-game road trip. Michael Harris II proved pivotal, delivering another clutch performance as the Braves (22-10) continue to hold the best record in baseball and a 6.5-game lead in the NL East. The victory came after a rollercoaster week, including roster shake-ups that saw José Suarez and Joel Payamps designated for assignment, with Hunter Stratton and Anthony Molina stepping into the bullpen. Despite the tumultuous start to the game, the resilience shown exemplifies the Braves’ winning mentality, positioning them well as they head into a challenging schedule against top teams like the Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers. This team is more than just cruising, they’re proving they can overcome adversity with style.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Seattle Mariners for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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