Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 83-57, 1st in the NL East. Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves blasted the Washington Nationals 9-0 at Nationals Park.
No need to overthink this one. Coming off a win by 9. That energy is baked into the score. Add in a 5-2 run over 7 games keeps things pointed up.
Braves Game on September 03
No game on this date.
Braves Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Atlanta Braves blasted the Washington Nationals 9-0 at Nationals Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Highlights
- Sean Murphy went 2-4 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. went 3-5 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Austin Riley went 2-4 with 2 RBI.
Braves Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
83 | 57 | .593 | W1 | |
|
Phillies
|
|
79 | 61 | .564 | 4.0 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
|
71 | 69 | .507 | 12.0 | W2 |
|
Nationals
|
|
67 | 75 | .472 | 17.0 | L1 |
|
Mets
|
|
63 | 77 | .450 | 20.0 | W1 |
Atlanta Braves are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Braves Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | .254 | .846 | 80 | |
| 24 | .295 | .825 | 80 | |
| 22 | .276 | .807 | 69 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13-9 | 2.06 | 1.00 | 144.0 | |
| 5-1 | 2.35 | 1.13 | 61.1 | |
| 4-1 | 2.03 | 0.90 | 44.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .273 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 9.0 IP, 11 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.2 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Braves News
Ronald Acuña Jr. made history by becoming the fastest player in MLB to reach 200 home runs and 200 stolen bases, further solidifying his status as a generational talent. This incredible feat came during a week where the Braves split a series with the Nationals, suffering a disappointing 9-5 loss that halted their seven-game winning streak. With a recent record of 5-2, the Braves are still in excellent shape, but they face a daunting playoff landscape that could complicate their path to the World Series. The roster has seen some shake-ups, with Hayden Harris designated for assignment and Elieser Hernández making his return, sparking questions about the bullpen's consistency. As the Braves gear up for a crucial series against the Phillies, this blend of historic achievements and roster changes sets the stage for an exciting finish to the season.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 4-game series starting Friday.
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