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Braves go for sweep of suddenly skidding Mets

The Atlanta Braves will send Spencer Strider to the mound on Thursday when they go for a three-game sweep of the visiting New York Mets. The Braves have won five of their past six games.

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Braves Can't Waste Golden Opportunity to Get Back Into NL East Race

The Atlanta Braves haven't played well enough this season to have many chances to sweep a team. But with the four opportunities they have had at a sweep during 2025, the Braves only completed one of them.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 19

Chris Sale Nearly Goes Distance, Catapulting Himself Into Cy Young Race

Chris Sale was masterful for the Atlanta Braves, nearly going the distance in the 5-0 win over the New York Mets Wednesday night. He pitched 8 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing five hits and one walk while striking out seven.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 19

Braves trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Thursday edition

Think you can figure out what Braves player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the Battery Power in-5 daily trivia game.

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19

Why Chris Sale thanked Brian Snitker after being pulled vs. Mets

Chris Sale was sensational Wednesday night as the Atlanta Braves defeated the New York Mets 5-0. The reigning NL Cy Young Award winner had his best start of the season as he passed Felix Hernandez on the career strikeouts list.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Ronald Acuna Jr. Sends Message to Juan Soto After Braves Game

The Atlanta Braves are trying to get themselves going after Ronald Acuna Jr. recently returned following the torn ACL that had kept him out for about a full calendar year.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19

Braves’ Chris Sale passes Felix Hernandez on all-time list after stellar night

The Atlanta Braves, searching for consistency in a turbulent 2025 season, may have found their spark on Wednesday night. Chris Sale turned in a vintage

Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19

Chris Sale makes amazing diving play against Mets

Chris Sale showed on Wednesday that he is more than just a Cy Young pitcher. He can also show his athleticism in the field. Sale was attempting to pitch a complete game shutout in his Atlanta Braves’ 5-0 win over the visiting New York Mets at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga.

Jose Azocar News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18

Veteran OF elects free agency after being outrighted by Braves

Outfielder José Azocar elected free agency after being outrighted by the Braves, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Atlanta designated him for assignment on Monday when Stuart Fairchild returned from the injured list.

Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / June 18

Chris Sale nearly goes distance as Braves blank Mets

Chris Sale pitched 8 2/3 strong innings and the Atlanta Braves blanked the visiting New York Mets 5-0 on Wednesday. The Braves have taken the first two games of the three-game series and have won five of their last six.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18