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The Open witnesses history as Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns match the major scoring record

Lucas Herbert matched a record at the 154th Open that has stood since 2017. Playing two groups later, Sam Burns went on to do the same. Herbert and Burns shot the major championship scoring record of 62, but their finishes were very different.

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59 years after Arnold Palmer’s costly mistake, Lucas Herbert addresses the pressure of chasing a record

Chasing a record is a challenge in itself; reaching it is another. As Lucas Herbert made history at Royal Birkdale, the media tried to draw parallels to Arnold Palmer’s collapse in 1966.

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The season’s second-half begins with Chris Sale on the mound

Welcome back to the second half of the race to October. Hope you all enjoyed the break, where the National League got blanked out by the American League, but, hey, it’s all in good fun, right?

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / July 17

Do the Braves Still Have Time to Make a Second-Half Push?

ATLANTA — For much of the last month, it felt like everything that could go wrong for the Atlanta Braves did. The losses piled up. Key players landed on the injured list.

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Two-toned Braves bullpen and too many close games

I sincerely believe the Braves seriously want to win. I think they know how to win. I think they have the institutional knowledge as a franchise to be successful at winning division titles.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Atlanta Braves News / DailyClubGolf / July 17

Lucas Herbert’s caddie sparks rules confusion during Open Championship charge

Lucas Herbert is currently leading the Open Championship at the halfway stage. However, his caddie found himself in touching distance of a penalty. Herbert was on pace for one of the lowest rounds in major championship history when his caddie, Nick Pugh, briefly became the center of attention at the 14th hole.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Braves Receive Disappointing Update on 2.54 ERA Starting Pitcher

The Atlanta Braves are expected to make some additions before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. At 55-40, they hold a lead in the National League East, but the Philadelphia Phillies (54-44) and Miami Marlins (52-45) aren't far behind.

Ha-seong Kim News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 17

Braves Determine Next Steps for Acuña, Kim Recoveries

Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim are on the move. The Atlanta Braves announced on Friday that both would transfer to Gwinnett to see playing time in Triple-A.

Atlanta Braves News / HITC / July 17

Adam Scott reacts as Lucas Herbert ties the major scoring record at The Open

Lucas Herbert made history on day two of The Open. His front nine score of 28 tied an Open Championship record score, and he shot a 62 over 18 holes to tie the major championship scoring record.

Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Braves’ perfect trade offer for Mets’ Francisco Lindor

It’s good news for the Atlanta Braves’ future that they had a good draft. But it’s clear they need to do something, while still being careful, before the trade deadline.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / July 17

Ken Rosenthal throws cold water on Braves’ Tarik Skubal hopes

The American League is doing the Braves no favors when it comes to potential trade discussions. There are tons of talented teams well below .500 that should only be thinking about selling this time of year.

Atlanta Braves News / BBC Sport / July 17

Herbert feels 'all the emotions' after record-equalling round at The Open

Australia's Lucas Herbert admits to experiencing a whirlwind of 'emotions' at Royal Birkdale after his sensational, record-equalling eight-under-par 62.

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Atlanta Braves News / BBC Sport / July 17

'Oh dear' - Herbert bogeys 18th to miss out on record-breaking round of 61

Australia's Lucas Herbert misses a golden chance to secure the lowest round of golf at a men's major, pulling his five-foot putt wide to finish with a second round score of 62 at the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 17

Preview, Probable Starters, Weather for Braves vs Rangers

The MLB regular season is back in action, and the Atlanta Braves get going again with a series at home against the Texas Rangers. It's been some time now since they played at Truist Park, with the last home game coming on July 6.

Atlanta Braves News / ESPN / July 17

Herbert matches major record with 62 at Open

Australia's Lucas Herbert posted an 8-under 62 in the second round of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club on Friday, becoming the sixth men's golfer to record that score in a major championship.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 17

Is there an untradable prospect in the Braves farm system?

The trade deadline may not be full of sellers, but the Braves have no choice but to be aggressive in trying to patch up some of their glaring holes. It’s

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 17

Anticipation or dread for the Braves’ “second half?”

Acknowledging that “anticipation” doesn’t necessarily even connote something positive, but I wanted to be pithy… There were four days with no Braves baseball, in a row.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 17

Ronald Acuña Jr. rehabbing, 2027 schedule, and more

Things are beginning to ramp up for Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr., who appeared in his third rehab game with the Florida Complex League on Thursday.

Atlanta Braves News / HITC / July 17

Lucas Herbert embroiled in rules controversy as he takes lead at The Open

Lucas Herbert made Open Championship history, but it wasn’t without some controversy along the way. He shot a record-tying front nine score of 28, equalling the record for the lowest opening nine score in Open Championship history.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 17

Braves 2027 Schedule: Potential for a nightmare start exists

The Braves announced their 2027 schedule on Thursday, and the start might just spark some PTSD from a season ago. The Braves are set to open with three games out west in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, a place that’s been a house of horrors for Atlanta over the years — and for just about everybody else, too.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 16

ESPN updates Braves Top 10 prospects post MLB Draft

The MLB Draft concluded over the weekend, with the Braves adding a ton of intriguing prospects to their system — three of which landed in Kiley McDaniel’s latest top 10 for the organization.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

Chris Sale had a blunt reaction to Zack Wheeler’s All-Star controversy

Even Atlanta Braves star pitcher Chris Sale is confused about Zack Wheeler’s MLB All-Star situation. Wheeler is having a strong 2026 season, but was somehow snubbed from a spot in the Midsummer Classic. While he was later given an invite to the All-Star Game, he turned it down, saying that he felt disrespected for being initially overlooked.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 13

Braves offer big update on superstar Ronald Acuna Jr.

If all goes well, a scuffling Atlanta Braves lineup may soon be getting the return of their superstar right fielder shortly after the All-Star break.

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Mike Yastrzemski News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11

Braves Place Mike Yastrzemski On 10-Day Injured List

The Braves announced five roster moves, including Mike Yastrzemski‘s placement on the 10-day injured list due to left elbow inflammation. Atlanta also

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 10

Braves' Matt Olson makes franchise history in start vs. Cardinals

For Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson, the challenge of playing 162 games in a season is rewarding, and it's safe to assume Olson felt rewarded Friday night when he made franchise history.

Mike Yastrzemski's late grand slam punctuates Braves' win over Pirates

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