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Atlanta Braves News & Updates


The Atlanta Braves were 45-24, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves were outplayed by the New York Mets 5-7 at Citi Field.

Braves Daily Vibe Check
60°
Warm
last night's loss

The foundation feels stable. Down by 2 last night. That result hits the score hard. Counterbalancing that, pitching at 3.3 RA/G. That's keeping the score warm.

Braves Game on June 13

Opponent:New York Mets (31-38)
Location:Citi Field
First Pitch:04:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Martín Pérez (4-3, 3.02 ERA) vs TBD (TBD)
TV Broadcast:SNY, BravesVision
Forecast:☁️ Overcast, 85°F, Wind 8 mph

Braves Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves were outplayed by the New York Mets 5-7 at Citi Field.

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Highlights

Braves Record & Standings

NL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Braves
4524.652 L3
Phillies
3732.5368.0 L1
Marlins
3535.50010.5 W6
Nationals
3535.50010.5 L2
Mets
3138.44914.0 W2

Atlanta Braves are 3-3-1T in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.

Braves Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
28
Matt Olson
20.270.90551
23
Michael Harris II
13.304.84240
1
Ozzie Albies
10.284.78737

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
52
Dylan Lee
2-01.160.6131.0
75
Robert Suarez
4-00.610.8129.2
51
Chris Sale
8-52.301.0578.1

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
28
Matt Olson
4 hits, 3 HR, 4 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games
1
Ozzie Albies
6 hits, 1 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
46
Dylan Dodd
3.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games
52
Dylan Lee
2.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Braves News

The Atlanta Braves are reeling after their opener against the New York Mets, suffering a 7-5 loss that was compounded by the ominous departure of Spencer Strider due to right arm soreness. His fastball dipped to an alarming 88-89 mph before he exited, leaving fans anxious about his health as the team prepares for a critical series. In a brief glimmer of hope, top prospect Cam Caminiti returned with an impressive showing in High-A Rome, but the focus remains on the major league roster as they cope with injuries and roster moves, including the release of catcher Maverick Handley. As the Braves sit atop the division at 45-23, they need their bats to wake up and their arms to stay healthy if they want to maintain their lead.

Sources
Strider awaits MRI results after exiting with right elbow, shoulder soreness
MLB.com
Strider awaits MRI results after exiting with right elbow, shoulder soreness
Ritchie steps up big for Braves with 5 scoreless innings of long relief
Braves' top prospect Caminiti lights up radar gun in impressive return to the bump
MLB.com
Braves' top prospect Caminiti lights up radar gun in impressive return to the bump
A week ago, Cam Caminiti missed a scheduled start due to a minor wrist issue. It doesn't look like the Braves organization will have to worry about that moving forward. The Braves' No. 1 prospect returned to the bump and dazzled in High-A Rome’s 8-7 victory over Bowling Green on
Spencer Strider injury looms as Braves dig early hole, drop opener at Mets
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Spencer Strider injury looms as Braves dig early hole, drop opener at Mets
A loss in the first game of the season against the New York Mets was bad for the Atlanta Braves. The loss of Spencer Strider to right arm soreness during his start was worse. Strider’s departure after his fastball plummeted to 88-89 mph in the fourth inning overshadowed Atlanta’s 7-5 loss in Queens, N.Y. Friday […]
Braves vs. Mets Rain Delay Chat and Discussion: June 12, 2026
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Braves vs. Mets Rain Delay Chat and Discussion: June 12, 2026
The first instance of Braves vs. Mets will have to wait a little longer, as the Mets have announced that first pitch (originally set for 7:15 pm ET) will be delayed. These northeast thunderstorms, man. We’ll have updates here as we have ‘em! In the meantime, Demetrius put a fun prompt up in the feed […]
Braves Release Maverick Handley
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Braves Release Maverick Handley
The Braves announced they’ve released catcher Maverick Handley, who’d been on optional assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett. That opens a 40-man roster spot for Hurston Waldrep, who was reinstated from the 60-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A. Atlanta also outrighted Carlos Carrasco yet again after designating him for assignment on Wednesday. Waldrep has been out all season after […]
Nationals Claim Jhancarlos Lara, Designate Julian Fernandez
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Nationals Claim Jhancarlos Lara, Designate Julian Fernandez
The Nationals announced that they have claimed right-hander Jhancarlos Lara from the Braves and optioned him to Double-A Harrisburg. In a corresponding move, the Nats designated righty Julian Fernandez for assignment. When the Braves selected Lara’s contract last September, Baseball America, MLB.com and FanGraphs each ranked him among the team’s 25 best prospects. There were […]

Braves Upcoming Schedule

The Atlanta Braves host the San Francisco Giants for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.

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