Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 40-20, 1st in the NL East. The Atlanta Braves did not play yesterday.
Room to grow, but the floor is solid. The +6 run differential backs up the record. But a 9-man IL is starting to matter.
Braves Game on June 02
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bryce Elder (4-3, 2.50 ERA) vs Kevin Gausman (4-3, 3.13 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SN1, BravesVision, Gray TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 56°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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40 | 20 | .667 | L1 | |
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Phillies
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30 | 29 | .508 | 9.5 | L1 |
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Nationals
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31 | 30 | .508 | 9.5 | L1 |
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Marlins
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27 | 34 | .443 | 13.5 | W1 |
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Mets
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26 | 34 | .433 | 14.0 | L1 |
Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | .261 | .883 | 45 | |
| 13 | .307 | .868 | 36 | |
| 9 | .274 | .760 | 29 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-0 | 1.30 | 0.61 | 27.2 | |
| 4-0 | 0.71 | 0.83 | 25.1 | |
| 8-3 | 2.01 | 0.94 | 67.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .273 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 4 HR, 5 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Braves News
The Atlanta Braves took a tough 6-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds yesterday, a setback that highlights the need for a bounce-back performance as they look to maintain their top spot in the division with a 40-20 record. Despite the loss, the team has outscored opponents by six runs over the past week, buoyed by strong performances from Matt Olson and Michael Harris II, who continue to set the pace offensively. With Chris Sale and Spencer Strider leading a rotation that's among the league's best, and a potential return for Bryce Elder adding depth, the Braves' pitching staff is a major asset as they face challenging matchups ahead. Fans should keep an eye on roster adjustments, especially with Carlos Carrasco opting for free agency after being outrighted to Triple-A, which could shake things up in the coming days.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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