Atlanta Braves News & Updates
The Atlanta Braves were 83-57, 1st in the NL East. The Atlanta Braves did not play yesterday.
Room to grow, but the floor is solid. 5 of the last 7 in the win column. Also helping: they're +6 in run differential. The gap is meaningful.
Braves Game on September 04
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Citizens Bank Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Chris Sale (13-9, 2.06 ERA) vs Cristopher Sánchez (16-4, 2.52 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSP, BravesVision |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 78°F, Wind 3 mph |
Braves Score & Recap
The Atlanta Braves did not play yesterday.
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 | 70 | .504 | 12.5 | L1 |
|
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
The Braves are riding high after their impressive 9-0 victory over the Nationals, pushing their record to 83-57 and solidifying their position at the top of the division. With Matt Olson and Michael Harris II heating up at the plate, the team’s offensive momentum is palpable, reflected in their recent 5-2 stretch. Meanwhile, the pitching staff is in a state of flux, with Bryce Elder's latest struggles prompting a rotation shuffle, while Chris Sale continues to defy age and expectations. On the farm, Reynaldo López is nearing a return, showcasing his potential with a scoreless rehab start, and whispers of an exciting prospect reminiscent of Trea Turner are emerging from the minors. The Braves are not just on fire, they are setting the stage for a thrilling push as the season nears its conclusion.
Braves Upcoming Schedule
The Atlanta Braves host the Tampa Bay Rays for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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