What is the Atlanta Braves record in 2026?

The Atlanta Braves are 72-48, 1st in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Braves today?

Tyler Mahle (3-9, 4.83 ERA) vs Zac Thornton (3-2, 2.52 ERA). First pitch at 07:15 PM EDT.

What channel is the Braves game on today?

Today's game airs on BravesVision, SNY. First pitch at 07:15 PM EDT.

Atlanta Braves News & Updates

August 12, 2026

The Atlanta Braves were 72-48, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves bested the New York Mets 4-0 at Truist Park.

Braves Daily Vibe Check

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last night's win

Not flashy, but the math works. A 4-run win last night helps the cause. Add in the +11 run differential backs up the record.

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Braves Game on August 12

Opponent:	New York Mets (53-68)
Location:	Truist Park
First Pitch:	07:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Tyler Mahle (3-9, 4.83 ERA) vs Zac Thornton (3-2, 2.52 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	BravesVision, SNY

Braves Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves bested the New York Mets 4-0 at Truist Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	4	0
	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	2		4	3	0

Highlights

Matt Olson went 1-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Ozzie Albies went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.

Braves Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	72	48	.600		W1
Phillies	64	57	.529	8.5	L1
Marlins	61	59	.508	11.0	W3
Nationals	59	62	.488	13.5	L1
Mets	53	68	.438	19.5	L1

Atlanta Braves are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.

Braves Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
28 Matt Olson	35	.266	.897	74
23 Michael Harris II	20	.293	.815	67
1 Ozzie Albies	20	.258	.751	64

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
52 Dylan Lee	5-0	1.99	0.74	54.1
51 Chris Sale	12-7	2.20	1.02	123.0
72 Didier Fuentes	4-1	2.44	1.06	51.2

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
28 Matt Olson	3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
51 Chris Sale	6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
54 Tyler Mahle	6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
33 Martín Pérez	7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Braves News

The Braves' rollercoaster season took another dip as they fell 5-8 to the New York Mets, with Martín Pérez struggling against a lineup that had previously bested him. This loss comes amid rising concerns about an injury-riddled rotation, but there are whispers about potential reinforcements like Reynaldo López and AJ Smith-Shawver stepping in. Despite the setback, the Braves remain in first place with a 71-48 record and a +9 run differential over the last week, highlighting their offensive firepower,especially from players like Matt Olson and Michael Harris II. Yet, the frustration of poor umpiring looms large, adding to the team's woes. As they prepare for a rematch against the Mets in a game overshadowed by weather delays, fans are eager to see if the Braves can bounce back and regain their momentum.

Sources

MLB.com

Pérez blanks Mets in encouraging night for Braves' injury-riddled rotation

ATLANTA -- One week after being criticized for not adding a frontline starter before the Trade Deadline, the Braves are being asked whether there might soon be room for Reynaldo López and AJ Smith-Shawver in their starting rotation? It’s not that the Braves suddenly have an overabundance of options for

Battery Power

Braves beat Mets behind Martín Pérez gem and key HRs

The Atlanta Braves lost a disappointing game one to the New York Mets last night and we looking for a rebound behind Martín Pérez who struggled against the Mets in July. Interestingly, Pérez faced the same opponent he did last month, Nolan McLean who pitched a great game. Pérez had a solid first inning. In […]

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Braves vs. Mets rain delay chat and discussion

There’s been some nasty weather in the forecast all day for metro Atlanta. It’s been threatening and threatening and threatening to roll in and finally it’s close enough to where the grounds crew at Truist Park has gone ahead and put the tarp on the field ahead of Tuesday’s contest between the Atlanta Braves and […]

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4 umpires who have screwed the Braves far more than what happened this past week

The Atlanta Braves have dealt with some annoying umpires the last week, and there seems to be no end in sight. This isn't the first or last time they will deal with bad umpire decisions.

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Braves Injury Update: Spencer Schwellenbach's progress, Strider and Waldrep hit milestone

The Atlanta Braves' lineup is looking much healthier these days. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee whatsoever that their pitchers will get healthy in time.

Yahoo Sports

During sensational first full season in majors, Mets' Nolan Mclean still looking to improve

On Tuesday night against the Atlanta Braves, following a clunker of an outing his last time out in Cleveland, Mets starter Nolan McLean allowed just one hit through six innings.

Braves Upcoming Schedule

The Atlanta Braves host the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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