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Braves' bats stay hot in win over Reds

Braves' bats stay hot in win over Reds

Michael Harris II went 3-for-5 with three RBIs, Ronald Acuna Jr. homered and the visiting Atlanta Braves posted an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds in the first contest of a three-game set on Friday.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / May 29
Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. hits incredible 38th career leadoff home run

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. hits incredible 38th career leadoff home run

Ronald Acuña Jr. crushed his 38th career leadoff home run against the Cincinnati Reds.

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Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / May 29
Ronald Acuña Jr. Is BACK and the Braves Just Got Even Scarier

Ronald Acuña Jr. Is BACK and the Braves Just Got Even Scarier

The rest of Major League Baseball should be concerned. Ronald Acuña Jr. reminded everyone exactly who he is Thursday night, blasting a go-ahead grand slam as the Atlanta Braves crushed the Boston Red Sox 10-2 at Fenway Park.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 29
Braves make roster move ahead of series with Reds

Braves make roster move ahead of series with Reds

Ahead of their series with the Reds, the Braves made a minor roster move, recalling Anthony Molina from Gwinnett. In a corresponding transaction, Carlos Carrasco has been designated for assignment.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29
Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment

Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment

The Braves announced Friday that veteran righty Carlos Carrasco has been designated for assignment yet again. His spot on the roster goes to righty Anthony Molina, who’s been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 29
What is the panic meter at for Austin Riley?

What is the panic meter at for Austin Riley?

Most every Braves star looks like they’re headed to the All-Star Game — even Ronald Acuña Jr. snapped out of his mini-slump with a grand slam in yesterday’s win over the Red Sox — with one glaring exception: Austin Riley.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 29
Braves go the college athlete route in latest first-round mock draft

Braves go the college athlete route in latest first-round mock draft

In about six weeks, the Atlanta Braves will welcome an entire draft class into an already vastly improved farm system — and it begins with two picks in the first round, No.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 29
Takeaways From Braves Series Win vs Red Sox at Fenway Park

Takeaways From Braves Series Win vs Red Sox at Fenway Park

The Atlanta Braves head to Cincinnati with the win in their sails, winning another series against their designated interleague rival, the Boston Red Sox.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / May 29
Braves Facing Chris Sale Decision After Red Sox Win

Braves Facing Chris Sale Decision After Red Sox Win

Chris Sale put in one of his best performances of the season at Fenway Park on Thursday. The veteran left-hander powered Atlanta to a 10-2 win over the Boston Red Sox while showing a noticeable jump in velocity throughout the afternoon.

Jorge Mateo News / SportsTalkATL / May 29
This is an insane Jorge Mateo stat

This is an insane Jorge Mateo stat

The Braves got back in the series win column on Thursday, with the big hit coming from Ronald Acuña Jr., who mashed a grand slam over the green monster and out of the stadium.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
 The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
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The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
 The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
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 The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 29
Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Reds Series

Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Reds Series

The Atlanta Braves head to Cincinnati for a weekend series against the Reds. It’s the first time that these two will go head-to-head this season.  Last season, the matchup was a bright spot during a down season, the Braves going 5-2 against one of their oldest opponents in the senior circuit.

Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 29
Braves’ Chris Sale velocity stat is cherry on top of Red Sox rout

Braves’ Chris Sale velocity stat is cherry on top of Red Sox rout

Atlanta Braves star Chris Sale can still get things done on the mound. Sale was all business again on Thursday during a start against his former team Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston, with the nine-time All-Star earning his eighth win of the season, as the Braves dominated the home team for a 10-2 victory.

Atlanta Braves News / New Baseball Media / May 29
2026 MLB Daily Recap: League Wants Salary Cap, Braves’ Blowout Win

2026 MLB Daily Recap: League Wants Salary Cap, Braves’ Blowout Win

It was a light day of baseball action on May 28, as just six games were contested on the day. However, the big news came from the MLB office, as it countered the players’ union proposal for a new CBA.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Braves’ Chris Sale gives Payton Tolle his flowers after 10-2 win vs. Red Sox

Braves’ Chris Sale gives Payton Tolle his flowers after 10-2 win vs. Red Sox

The Atlanta Braves finished off a three-game series at Fenway Park with a 10-2 victory over the struggling Boston Red Sox. The start of the game saw the two teams engaged in a sharp pitching duel between Chris Sale of the Braves and youngster Payton Tolle of the Red Sox.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / May 28
Ronald Acuna Jr., Braves blast Red Sox 10-2

Ronald Acuna Jr., Braves blast Red Sox 10-2

Ronald Acuna Jr. hit a grand slam and Michael Harris II and Ozzie Albies also homered to propel the visiting Atlanta Braves to a 10-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Watch Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. clear Green Monster with bonkers grand slam

Watch Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. clear Green Monster with bonkers grand slam

The Atlanta Braves dropped their first home series of the season after losing to the Washington Nationals last Sunday, but stunningly enough, they have actually been better overall away from Truist Park.

Jorge Mateo News / SportsTalkATL / May 28
Should the Braves be giving Jorge Mateo more playing time?

Should the Braves be giving Jorge Mateo more playing time?

The Braves got shelled by the Red Sox 8-0 on Wednesday night in a game that had very few positives, but if there’s one worth talking about, it’s Jorge Mateo.

Bryce Elder News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27

Braves manager Walt Weiss drops Bryce Elder truth bomb amid bounce back season

The Atlanta Braves did not get the start they wanted from Bryce Elder on Wednesday, but manager Walt Weiss made clear that one difficult outing will not define the right-hander’s bounce-back season.

Bryce Elder News / Athlon Sports / May 27
Braves Manager Praises Bryce Elder Amid Breakout Season

Braves Manager Praises Bryce Elder Amid Breakout Season

Entering this season, the starting rotation looked to be the Atlanta Braves' biggest weakness, especially after it had plagued them much of last season.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / May 26
Former Braves slugger Bob Horner dead at 68

Former Braves slugger Bob Horner dead at 68

Bob Horner, a former No.1 overall pick who went straight to the big leagues and once hit four home runs in a game, died Tuesday at the age of 68. A Kansas

Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / May 26
Former Atlanta Braves All-Star Has Reportedly Died

Former Atlanta Braves All-Star Has Reportedly Died

Bob Horner, the standout slugger known for his remarkable transition from amateur baseball directly into the major leagues, has died at the age of 68.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27
Former MLB All-Star Bob Horner passes away at 68

Former MLB All-Star Bob Horner passes away at 68

Former All-Star and Rookie of the Year Bob Horner has passed away at 68. The Braves announced the news on Tuesday afternoon while sending their condolences to his family and friends.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 26
Braves Re-Sign José Azócar To Minor League Deal

Braves Re-Sign José Azócar To Minor League Deal

The Braves have re-signed outfielder José Azócar to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He has been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 27
Future Hall of Fame closer joins the best team in AL

Future Hall of Fame closer joins the best team in AL

His dominance in the closer role for the Atlanta Braves from 2011 to 2015 was among the greatest four-year stretches for any closer ever. Recently, though, it has been a rough go for the soon-to-be 38-year-old veteran. 

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Michael Harris News / Yardbarker / May 21
Michael Harris' two-HR game powers Braves to MLB-leading 14th series win

Michael Harris' two-HR game powers Braves to MLB-leading 14th series win

Major League Baseball's best team by record keeps winning, as the Atlanta Braves picked up their league-leading 14th series win of the season on Thursday. 

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