Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 51-35, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 5-3 at Truist Park.
The trend line looks fine. A W by 2 last night. The most recent result always counts most. Pulling the other way, getting outscored by 6 is dragging the score south.
Braves Game on July 04
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 08:08 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Chris Sale (8-6, 2.10 ERA) vs Sean Manaea (1-3, 4.71 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | FOX, FOX |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 79°F, Wind 2 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 5-3 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0 |
 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
Highlights
- Michael Harris II went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Matt Olson went 2-3 with 2 HR and 2 RBI.
- Ozzie Albies went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
51 | 35 | .593 | W1 | |
|
Phillies
|
|
49 | 39 | .557 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
|
47 | 42 | .528 | 5.5 | W1 |
|
Nationals
|
|
46 | 43 | .517 | 6.5 | W3 |
|
Mets
|
|
36 | 52 | .409 | 16.0 | L2 |
Atlanta Braves are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -6 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | .273 | .883 | 54 | |
| 15 | .296 | .825 | 46 | |
| 14 | .273 | .767 | 49 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-0 | 1.64 | 0.68 | 38.1 | |
| 8-6 | 2.10 | 1.08 | 90.0 | |
| 0-2 | 1.53 | 1.06 | 29.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .2 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Braves News
The Braves shook off a rough patch to claim a much-needed 5-3 victory over the New York Mets, featuring a power surge from Michael Harris II, Ozzie Albies, and Matt Olson, who collectively launched four homers to boost Atlanta's spirits. This win not only snapped a worrying streak but also showcased the Braves' offensive potential, hinting at a possible turnaround as they approach the All-Star break. Meanwhile, the team made some roster adjustments, designating Ian Hamilton for assignment to make room for Danny Young's return from the IL, while also adding 39-year-old Andrew McCutchen on a Minor League deal,an intriguing gamble on a former MVP. As Raisel Iglesias continues to strengthen his case for the All-Star Game, the Braves are looking to build momentum against the struggling Mets and reclaim their place atop the division.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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