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Forever connected by Braves, Olson and Freeman welcome first postseason faceoff

Freddie Freeman and Matt Olson are set for their first postseason clash as the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare to battle the Atlanta Braves in the National League Division Series. While the 2020 NL MVP…

MLB · 3h ago

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Rest for regulars in Braves-Marlins series finale

The Atlanta Braves have opted to rest several key starters for the final game of the regular season against the Miami Dolphins. Ronald Acuña Jr., Michael Harris II, and Drake Baldwin will watch from…

MLB · 6d ago

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Braves stay loose and focused on Workout Day ahead of Wild Card Series against Phillies

As the Atlanta Braves prepared for their upcoming postseason series on Workout Day, pitchers Bryce Elder and Joe Jiménez each threw live batting practice sessions. While Elder is aiming for a…

MLB · 4d ago

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Phillies-Braves position-by-position breakdown

As the Braves and Phillies prepare for their third playoff meeting in a five-year span, an evaluation of the opening matchups reveals distinct strengths and vulnerabilities across the diamond. J.T.…

MLB · 5d ago

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Braves finish off Phils to set up date with Dodgers

Ray Kerr delivered a scoreless opening performance on Thursday to help the Braves eliminate the Phillies with a 6-2 victory in the final game of their Wild Card playoff. Longball contributions from…

MLB · 1d ago

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Atlanta Moves On: 3 Takeaways From Braves' Wild Card Win Over Phillies

The Atlanta Braves secured their passage to the next round of the postseason following a decisive victory over the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park. Michael Harris II, Ozzie Albies, and Matt…

MLB · 1d ago

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Braves power past Phillies in Game 3 to book NLDS showdown with Dodgers

Atlanta secured their spot in the next playoff round after defeating Philadelphia 6-2 on Thursday evening during the third and final game of the wildcard series. Michael Harris II sparked the offense…

MLB · 1d ago

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Braves roll Miami behind an offensive explosion and solid pitching

The Atlanta Braves closed out their matchup with a comfortable 8-3 victory driven by multiple home runs and steady pitching. Brent Suter opened on the mound for Atlanta, while Jack Ralston started…

MLB · 6d ago

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Braves hit 3 homers, including 3-run shot by Harris, and beat Phillies 6-2 to win Wild Card Series

The Atlanta Braves secured a 6-2 postseason victory over the Philadelphia Phillies to capture the National League Wild Card Series in a deciding third game. Michael Harris II sparked the offense…

MLB · 1d ago

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Braves-Dodgers NLDS position-by-position breakdown

The Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to clash in a best-of-five National League Division Series starting this Saturday. Atlanta dominated the regular-season head-to-head matchup by…

MLB · 1d ago

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Braves core shines and comes up huge in order to punch their ticket to the NLDS

The Atlanta Braves advanced to the National League Division Series by eliminating the Philadelphia Phillies after key home runs from Michael Harris II, Ozzie Albies, and Matt Olson. Veteran pitcher…

MLB · 1d ago

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Braves at Marlins series recap: It’s onto October for Atlanta

The Atlanta Braves concluded their regular season schedule with a road trip against the Miami Marlins, a series that marked the final tune-up before the postseason begins. Having already secured the…

MLB · 5d ago

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Phillies-Braves NL Wild Card Series Game 1 FAQ (Tues., 2 ET, NBC/Peacock)

The National League postseason kicks off with a familiar playoff showdown as the Philadelphia Phillies visit Atlanta to face their division rivals. Matt Olson expressed excitement for the upcoming…

MLB · 5d ago

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Dodgers NLDS preview: Who has edge in matchup against Braves

The postseason schedule is locked for a familiar playoff rivalry as the Atlanta Braves prepare to clash with the Los Angeles Dodgers in an upcoming best-of-five National League Division Series.…

MLB · 1d ago

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Braves have nine players nominated for 2026 All-MLB Teams

As the regular season nears its conclusion, award season approaches with the announcement of the 2026 All-MLB Team nominees. The Atlanta Braves lead with nine players selected across various…

MLB · 4d ago

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LIVE: Phils, Braves looking to break through in Game 1 duel (NBC/Peacock)

The opening frame featured an early run after Alec Bohm hit a double that drove in a score off Chris Sale, giving the visitors a brief advantage. The home side responded in the second inning when…

MLB · 3d ago

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Braves News: Atlanta advances to NLDS, series start times, and more

Atlanta secured a 6-2 victory against Philadelphia on Thursday to secure their spot in the National League Division Series. Michael Harris II ignited the offense with a first-inning home run, while…

MLB · 17h ago

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Braves snap 30-year winner-take-all drought with cathartic victory over Phillies

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies six to two in the deciding game of their National League Wild Card series on Thursday. This victory ended a thirty-year drought for Atlanta in…

MLB · 15h ago

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Murphy at catcher while others shift around in Braves lineup

The Atlanta Braves have drastically altered their batting order for Game 2 against the Philadelphia Phillies, inserting Sean Murphy behind the plate while benching Mike Yastrzemski. Managerial…

MLB · 3d ago

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LIVE: Phils, Braves setting up dramatic finish to Game 2 (NBC, Peacock)

The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves are locked in a tense battle during Game 2, trading runs early on. Bryce Harper opened the scoring for Philadelphia with a run-batted-in single off…

MLB · 2d ago

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Bryce Harper atones for game-changing gaffe with HR to tie Braves-Phillies

During Game 2 of the NL wild card series, postseason drama erupted late at Truist Field as the Atlanta Phillies and Atlanta Braves locked horns. Tyler Mahle and Cristopher Sánchez engaged in an…

MLB · 2d ago

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Tyler Mahle shines but Braves lose in extra innings forcing game three

Tyler Mahle delivered a strong pitching performance during game two of the Wild Card series, though the Atlanta Braves ultimately suffered an extra-inning defeat to the Philadelphia Phillies to force…

MLB · 2d ago

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Braves stung by long ball late, drop Game 2 in extras

Atlanta squandered a late advantage on Wednesday afternoon when Philadelphia rallied for a narrow extra-inning triumph. Alec Bohm delivered the decisive blow in the tenth frame with a two-out home…

MLB · 2d ago

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Bryce Harper flushes defensive misplay to flip wild-card series, help lead Phillies to Game 2 win over Braves: 'I wasn't not trying to hit a homer'

After dropping behind following a defensive miscue in right field during the seventh inning, Bryce Harper recovered to help steer the Philadelphia Phillies past the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of their…

MLB · 2d ago

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Skubal gets the nod over Yamamoto for LA in NLDS Game 1 (source)

According to information shared with MLB.com on Friday, the Dodgers have chosen Tarik Skubal to take the mound for the opening game of their National League Division Series matchup against Atlanta on…

MLB · 10h ago

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Why the Phillies pulled Aaron Nola in the second inning vs. Braves

During the third game of their postseason wild card series against the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia interim manager Don Mattingly removed starting pitcher Aaron Nola before the conclusion of the…

MLB · 1d ago

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Dodgers’ chances for Game 1 win vs Braves may wilt depending on heat

As the Dodgers prepare to open their National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves this weekend, extreme weather is expected to play a major role in Los Angeles's pitching strategy.…

MLB · 6h ago