Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 39-19, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves bested the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 at Great American Ball Park.
Steady as she goes. Last night's win by 5 is doing a lot of the heavy lifting. On the other hand, 9 players on the IL. The depth is getting tested.
Braves Game on May 30
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Great American Ball Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Martín Pérez (2-3, 2.70 ERA) vs Brady Singer (2-4, 6.26 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | FOX, FOX |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 69°F, Wind 10 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves bested the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 at Great American Ball Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 |
Highlights
- Michael Harris II went 3-5 with 3 RBI.
- Jorge Mateo went 1-4 with 2 RBI.
- Dominic Smith went 3-5.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
39 | 19 | .672 | W2 | |
|
Phillies
|
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29 | 28 | .509 | 9.5 | L1 |
|
Nationals
|
|
29 | 29 | .500 | 10.0 | L2 |
|
Marlins
|
|
26 | 32 | .448 | 13.0 | L3 |
|
Mets
|
|
24 | 33 | .421 | 14.5 | W2 |
Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +4 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | .265 | .888 | 44 | |
| 13 | .308 | .868 | 36 | |
| 9 | .274 | .765 | 29 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-0 | 1.35 | 0.60 | 26.2 | |
| 8-3 | 2.01 | 0.94 | 67.0 | |
| 4-3 | 2.50 | 1.08 | 72.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .222 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves continue to assert their dominance in the MLB with a 10-2 blowout win over the Cincinnati Reds, pushing their record to 39-19, the best in baseball. Michael Harris II shined brightly, going 3-for-5 and further establishing himself as a key cog in an already fearsome lineup that ranks second in the league in runs scored. Ronald Acuña Jr. ignited the offense with a first-inning homer, reminding everyone of his elite talent. Meanwhile, the team is juggling its roster, designating Carlos Carrasco for assignment yet again and recalling Anthony Molina as they navigate bullpen needs. As the Braves keep firing on all cylinders, they face a Reds team struggling with pitching, setting the stage for another potential offensive showcase.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the Toronto Blue Jays for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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