Acuña, Olson power Braves to doubleheader sweep of Marlins
Braves Marlins Baseball Atlanta Braves left fielder Robbie Grossman (15) center fielder Michael Harris II (23) and right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) celebrate after the Braves beat the Miami Marlins 5-2 during the first game of a baseball doubleheader, Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee) (Wilfredo Lee)MIAMI — (AP) — Ronald Acuña homered on the first pitch of the game, Matt Olson hit his 24th homer and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-2 to sweep their doubleheader Saturday. Ladwig’s first pitch over the wall in left-center for his second homer since being promoted from Double-A Mississippi on Monday. ROSTER MOVEThe Braves recalled RHP Bryce Elder from Gwinnett for the second game. TRAINER’S ROOMMarlins: RHP Anthony Bender got the first two outs in the ninth in the second game before exiting with forearm discomfort.
wftv.comBraves send postseason star Smith to Astros for RHP Odorizzi
The World Series champion Atlanta Braves bolstered their starting staff ahead of the trade deadline Tuesday by giving up a reliever who played a big part in their 2021 title. Poised for another postseason run, the Braves dealt former closer Will Smith to the Houston Astros for right-hander Jake Odorizzi, giving Atlanta a sixth starting pitcher for the final two months of the regular season. The move was the biggest of three deadline deals pulled off by general manager Alex Anthopoulos, who on Monday gave up minor leaguers for corner outfielder Robbie Grossman from Detroit and infielder Ehire Adrianza from Washington.
news.yahoo.comFreeman HR ahead of emotional return, Dodgers sweep Reds
Dodgers Reds Baseball Los Angeles Dodgers' Freddie Freeman hits an RBI single during the eighth inning a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati, Thursday, June 23, 2022. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster) (Aaron Doster)CINCINNATI — (AP) — Freddie Freeman homered and drove in three runs ahead of what's sure to be an emotional weekend, leading Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Cincinnati Reds 10-5 Thursday for a sweep of the season series. The Dodgers now travel to Atlanta, where Freeman was the longtime face of the franchise and helped the Braves win the World Series last year. Kershaw (5-1) allowed one run and seven hits in six innings. Ashcraft surrendered five runs and eight hits over five innings in the Reds loss to the Brewers last Saturday.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Braves go for 12th straight win, Lynn returns
LYNN IS INLance Lynn will return from the injured list and pitch for the White Sox a day earlier than planned after manager Tony La Russa shuffled his rotation in response to Michael Kopech’s injury Sunday. Kopech left a start against Texas after 13 pitches with right knee discomfort, and La Russa ended up using Johnny Cueto — Monday’s projected starter — in relief. Kopech was optimistic he’ll return soon, and La Russa said the right-hander could be back by next Sunday. Lynn was slated to return Tuesday but instead will take Cueto's vacated spot for the opener of a series at Detroit. Aaron Nola (4-4, 3.50) pitches for Philadelphia, which had its nine-game winning streak end Sunday with a loss to Arizona.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Braves go for 12th straight win, Lynn returns
LYNN IS INLance Lynn will return from the injured list and pitch for the White Sox a day earlier than planned after manager Tony La Russa shuffled his rotation in response to Michael Kopech’s injury Sunday. Kopech left a start against Texas after 13 pitches with right knee discomfort, and La Russa ended up using Johnny Cueto — Monday’s projected starter — in relief. Kopech was optimistic he’ll return soon, and La Russa said the right-hander could be back by next Sunday. Lynn was slated to return Tuesday but instead will take Cueto's vacated spot for the opener of a series at Detroit. Aaron Nola (4-4, 3.50) pitches for Philadelphia, which had its nine-game winning streak end Sunday with a loss to Arizona.
wftv.comGreene wins major league debut, Reds beat Braves 6-3
Reds Braves Baseball Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Sunday, April 10, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) (John Bazemore)ATLANTA — (AP) — Hard-throwing Hunter Greene won his major league debut, Kyle Farmer hit a two-run single in a five-run third inning and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Atlanta Braves 6-3 on Sunday. Greene, the second overall draft pick in 2017, is the Reds’ top prospect according to MLB Pipeline and No. ... Cincinnati RHP Luis Castillo (right shoulder) will play catch on the off day Monday and is scheduled for another bullpen session Tuesday. Braves RHP Huascar Ynoa (0-0) will make his season debut Monday at home against a yet-to-be announced starter for Washington.
wftv.comArozarena, Álvarez, Bichette among 16 whose deals renewed
Álvarez, the Houston Astros designated hitter and outfielder voted a unanimous winner of the 2019 AL award, was given a $764,600 salary, up from $609,000 last year. Bichette was given a $723,550 salary, an increase from $587,800 last year, when he also earned a $10,000 bonus for making the All-Star team. Atlanta right-hander Ian Anderson was renewed at $710,000 after pitching five hitless, scoreless innings to win World Series Game 3 over Houston. Cleveland right-hander Shane Bieber reached a $6 million deal after he was renewed at $679,700 last year as the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner. Álvarez was on last year’s all-MLB second team, which would earn a $500,000 bonus starting this year.
wftv.comThe Latest: Astros force series back to Houston with 9-5 win
Carlos Correa had three hits, Martin Maldonado found three different ways to drive in runs and pinch-hitter Marwin Gonzalez blooped a tiebreaking, two-run single in the fifth inning to lead the Houston Astros over the Atlanta Braves 9-5 and cut their World Series deficit to three games to two.
Braves throw 2-hitter, blank Astros 2-0 for 2-1 Series lead
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. It was d’Arnaud’s second home run of this World Series and first long ball at home this season. Atlanta stopped a five-game home World Series losing streak. In the Series for the first time since 1999, the Braves won at home for the first time since the sixth and final game of the 1995 World Series against Cleveland. Anderson hit a batter and threw just 39 of 76 pitches for strikes before he was pulled by Snitker.
wftv.comBrave hook? Anderson yanked after 5 no-hit innings in Game 3
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (David J. Phillip)ATLANTA — (AP) — Ian Anderson was dominant enough to no-hit Houston for five innings. Atlanta entered the Series expecting to have one bullpen game. Morton had been scheduled to start Game 5. Instead it will be another bullpen game as Morton had surgery on the leg and won't return for the World Series.
wftv.comBrave hook? Anderson yanked after 5 no-hit innings in Game 3
Despite a troublingly short-handed pitching staff that could use as much length as possible from its starters, Atlanta manager Brian Snitker pulled starter Ian Anderson with a 1-0 lead over Houston and a no-hitter through five innings of World Series Game 3.
The Latest: Braves take 2-1 Series lead with Game 3 win
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves' Travis d'Arnaud celebrates his home run with Dansby Swanson during the eighth inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson) (Brynn Anderson)ATLANTA — (AP) — The Latest on Game 3 of the World Series (all times local):11:36 p.m. The Atlanta Braves made a pitching change, but their no-hitter in Game 3 of the World Series remains intact after six innings. Atlanta is going for its first home World Series win since a Game 6 victory over Cleveland in 1995. It will be the first Series game at the ballpark, which opened in 2017 and replaced Turner Field.
wftv.comThe Latest: d’Arnaud homer gives Braves 2-0 lead
The Braves added onto their slim advantage in the eighth when Travis d’Arnaud clubbed his second homer of the World Series. The Atlanta Braves made a pitching change, but their no-hitter in Game 3 of the World Series remains intact after six innings. The first World Series Game in Atlanta since 1999 is scheduled to start at 8:09 p.m. It will be the first Series game at the ballpark, which opened in 2017 and replaced Turner Field. The Atlanta Braves host Houston on Friday night at Truist Park with the matchup tied at one game apiece.
wftv.comBraves lose no-hit bid in 8th vs Astros in World Series
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (David J. Phillip)ATLANTA — (AP) — Pinch-hitter Aledmys Díaz has blooped a leadoff single to begin the eighth inning for Houston's first hit against the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of the World Series. There has been just one no-hitter in World Series history, a perfect game by Don Larsen of the New York Yankees against the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956. There were a record nine no-hitters in the regular season, passing a mark set when pitchers began throwing overhand in 1884. The previous no-hit bid to reach the eighth inning in the World Series was by Jim Lonborg for Boston against the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 2 in 1967.
wftv.comThe Latest: Braves make pitching change, no-hitter intact
(AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (David J. Phillip)ATLANTA — (AP) — The Latest on Game 3 of the World Series (all times local):10:45 p.m. The Atlanta Braves made a pitching change, but their no-hitter in Game 3 of the World Series remains intact after six innings. Ian Anderson threw five scoreless innings, walking three and hitting a batter, before giving way to A.J. ___10:07 p.m.Ian Anderson has not allowed a hit through four innings and the Atlanta Braves took a 1-0 lead into the fifth against Houston. The Atlanta Braves host Houston on Friday night at Truist Park with the matchup tied at one game apiece.
wftv.comBraves pitching no-hitter thru 6 vs Astros in World Series
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (David J. Phillip)ATLANTA — (AP) — Braves starter Ian Anderson and reliever A.J Minter have combined on a no-hitter through six innings against the Houston Astros in Game 3 of the World Series. Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman and the Houston batters haven't come close to a hit. There has been just one no-hitter in World Series history, a perfect game by Don Larsen of the New York Yankees against the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956. The only rookie starter to go longer with a no-hit bid in the World Series was Jeff Tesreau of the New York Giants in 1912 against the Boston Red Sox.
wftv.comThe Latest: Ian Anderson pitches 5 innings of no-hit ball – WFTV
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. ___10:07 p.m.Ian Anderson has not allowed a hit through four innings and the Atlanta Braves took a 1-0 lead into the fifth against Houston. In the first World Series game in Atlanta since 1999, Anderson walked two in the first and retired the side in order in the second. On a cool, dreary night in Atlanta, Braves starter Ian Anderson worked around two walks in the top half of the first. The first World Series Game in Atlanta since 1999 is scheduled to start at 8:09 p.m.
wftv.comThe Latest: Ian Anderson pitches 5 innings of no-hit ball – WFTV
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. ___10:07 p.m.Ian Anderson has not allowed a hit through four innings and the Atlanta Braves took a 1-0 lead into the fifth against Houston. In the first World Series game in Atlanta since 1999, Anderson walked two in the first and retired the side in order in the second. On a cool, dreary night in Atlanta, Braves starter Ian Anderson worked around two walks in the top half of the first. The first World Series Game in Atlanta since 1999 is scheduled to start at 8:09 p.m.
wftv.comThe Latest: Riley's RBI double puts Braves up 1-0 in third
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves' Austin Riley hits a RBI-double during the third inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. In the first World Series game in Atlanta since 1999, Anderson walked two in the first and retired the side in order in the second. On a cool, dreary night in Atlanta, Braves starter Ian Anderson worked around two walks in the top half of the first. ___5 p.m.Atlanta Braves pitcher Charlie Morton has had surgery to repair the fractured right fibula sustained in the World Series opener. The Atlanta Braves host Houston on Friday night at Truist Park with the matchup tied at one game apiece.
wftv.comThe Latest: Riley's RBI double puts Braves up 1-0 in third
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves' Austin Riley hits a RBI-double during the third inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. In the first World Series game in Atlanta since 1999, Anderson walked two in the first and retired the side in order in the second. On a cool, dreary night in Atlanta, Braves starter Ian Anderson worked around two walks in the top half of the first. ___5 p.m.Atlanta Braves pitcher Charlie Morton has had surgery to repair the fractured right fibula sustained in the World Series opener. The Atlanta Braves host Houston on Friday night at Truist Park with the matchup tied at one game apiece.
wftv.comThe Latest: Astros, Braves fail to score in first inning
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson throws during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (David J. Phillip)ATLANTA — (AP) — The Latest on Game 3 of the World Series (all times local):8:35 p.m. Finally, a scoreless first inning in the World Series. On a cool, dreary night in Atlanta, Braves starter Ian Anderson worked around two walks in the top half of the first. The Atlanta Braves host Houston on Friday night at Truist Park with the matchup tied at one game apiece.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Braves try again to eliminate Dodgers, reach WS
NLCS Dodgers Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves pitcher Ian Anderson walks back to the dugout during the first inning in Game 2 of baseball's National League Championship Series Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Atlanta. The Dodgers have won seven straight games when facing postseason elimination. That streak dates to last October when Mookie Betts and his teammates overcame a 3-1 deficit against Atlanta in the NLCS. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Los Angeles also may ask to have left-hander Justin Bruihl (sore arm) replaced. While Atlanta blew a 3-1 lead in the 2020 semifinal round to the Dodgers, Riley batted .143 with 10 strikeouts in 28 at-bats.
wftv.comDodgers eager to embrace 2020 NLCS storyline against Braves
NLCS Braves Dodgers Baseball Atlanta Braves watch the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers from the dugout in Game 5 of baseball's National League Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) (Jae C. Hong)ATLANTA — (AP) — The Atlanta Braves know what happened last October and want to avoid a repeat. The Los Angeles Dodgers plan on an encore. “I think we’ve got a mental advantage right now, getting back on that plane and going back there playing Game 6,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday. Anderson said Thursday the Braves are “definitely on a mission to kind of dispel” the repeat of their 2020 NLCS loss.
wftv.comRiley's game-winning single in 9th lifts Braves past Dodgers
NLCS Dodgers Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Austin Riley runs past Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Albert Pujols (55) after hitting a home run during the fourth inning in Game 1 of baseball's National League Championship Series Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Atlanta. Blake Treinen struck out Freddie Freeman to open the ninth before giving up Ozzie Albies' bloop single to center field. The Dodgers rallied from a 3-1 deficit to win last year's series in seven games before also winning the World Series. Eddie Rosario led off with a single, stole second, moved to third on Albies' groundout and scored on Knebel's wild pitch to Riley. The Dodgers pulled even in the second on AJ Pollock's two-out double and Taylor's single to left field.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Braves make their pitch to close out Brewers
NLDS Brewers Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson (36) works against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of Game 3 of a baseball National League Division Series, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Atlanta. FIGHTING FOR FIVEThe reigning World Series champion Dodgers are facing elimination in their best-of-five NL Division Series entering Game 4 against right-hander Anthony DeSclafani and the rival Giants. The defending World Series champions went 0 for 4 with runners in scoring position, failing to come through in the few times when it mattered. MORE MCCULLERSThe Astros have revamped their rotation for the AL Division Series after a rainout in Chicago. “He’s been in the big moment, the big stage, and he’s performed and guys appreciate that,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Braves make their pitch to close out Brewers
NLDS Brewers Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson (36) works against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of Game 3 of a baseball National League Division Series, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Atlanta. Christian Yelich, Avisaíl García and the Brewers have lost two games in a row by identical 3-0 scores. Milwaukee’s only runs in the series came on a two-run homer by Rowdy Tellez in the eighth inning of the opener. MORE MCCULLERSThe Astros have revamped their rotation for the AL Division Series after a rainout in Chicago. His three-run drive sent the Braves over Milwaukee 3-0 on Monday for a 2-1 edge in the best-of-five matchup.
wftv.comPederson 3-run HR, Braves blank Brewers for 2-1 NLDS lead
NLDS Brewers Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Joc Pederson (22) celebrates his three-run homer in the dugout against the Milwaukee Brewers during the fifth inning of Game 3 of a baseball National League Division Series, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Atlanta. Pederson singled as a pinch-hitter in his only other at-bat in this series, and has driven in four of Atlanta's seven runs. Since winning the opening game of the series, the NL Central champion Brewers have not scored in 19 consecutive innings. Milwaukee starter Freddy Peralta pitched four scoreless innings and was pulled for a pinch-hitter when the Brewers threatened in the fifth. The Brewers hit only .183 in the first two games of the series, including a 3-0 loss in Game 2.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Astros face renewed sign-stealing charge
The Astros are facing renewed suspicions over sign stealing two years after being punished by the league for a scandal during their 2017 World Series run. Tepera, who worked two perfect innings, noted the difference between the Astros at home and on the road. They’ll be in action this time, too, with higher stakes -- Game 4 of the AL Division Series against Tampa Bay. SCHERZER STRINGSDodgers ace Max Scherzer is riding a pair of long streaks going into his start in Game 3 of the NL Division Series against the Giants. “That’s like the highlight of the year,” Cora said before Game 3 of the AL Division Series against the Rays.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Red Sox try to close out Rays on Marathon Day
ALDS Rays Red Sox Baseball Vendor Patricia Almquist, of North Oxford, Mass., sells souvenirs outside Fenway Park before game 3 of a baseball American League Division Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Boston. The Red Sox traditionally play on the April date of the marathon. They’ll be in action this time, too, with higher stakes -- Game 4 of the AL Division Series against Tampa Bay. A day after winning a wild one, helped by a bizarre bounce, the wild-card Red Sox look to close out the Rays at Fenway. “That’s like the highlight of the year,” Cora said before Game 3 of the AL Division Series against the Rays.
wftv.comNo surprise: Brewers choose Peralta to face Braves' Anderson
NLDS Braves Brewers Baseball Milwaukee Brewers' Freddy Peralta throws at a practice for the Game 1 of the NLDS baseball game Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, in Milwaukee. The Brewers plays the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021. “That was the plan from probably July.”The best-of-five series is tied at one game apiece, putting pressure on Peralta and Braves starter Ian Anderson to give his team the edge. Peralta won his only start against the Braves this season, pitching six scoreless innings in a 10-9 win at Milwaukee on May 16. Anderson, 23, has the edge over Peralta in postseason experience.
wftv.comBeasts of NL East: Braves beat Phils for 4th straight title
Phillies Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson (36) delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, in Atlanta. They'll face their former city in the playoffs when they open the best-of-five Division Series at the NL Central champion Brewers on Oct. 8. The Braves got hot over the second half of the season to win one of the majors' weakest divisions. But Atlanta snuffed out the Phillies' hopes with a stifling run of starting pitching by Charlie Morton, Max Fried and Anderson. Braves: Host a weekend series against the New York Mets that will serve as final tune-up for the playoffs.
wftv.comNL East-leading Braves overcome Duvall's lost HR in victory
Braves Diamondbacks Baseball Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman high fives Ozzie Albies (1) after hitting a two run home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, in Phoenix. Albies became the third player to reach 30 home runs for the Braves this season, joining Riley (31) and Freeman (31). Albies hit a sacrifice fly to left and Riley beat out an infield hit with Freeman advancing to third. Duvall then hit what appeared to be his 38th homer of the season. But Riley, thinking McCarthy had the ball in his glove, retreated to first base as Duvall passed him between first and second.
wftv.comSoler, Riley back Anderson with HRs, Braves romp over Giants
Giants Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Eddie Rosario swings for a single off San Francisco Giants' Anthony DeSciafani in the third inning of a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) (Ben Margot)ATLANTA — (AP) — Jorge Soler and Austin Riley homered off Anthony DeSclafani, Ian Anderson pitched into the sixth inning in his return from the injured list, and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Francisco Giants 9-0 on Sunday. Soler opened the fourth inning with his 20th homer, a drive into the seats in left. Freddie Freeman followed with an infield single and Riley then launched his 28th homer into the seats in left-center. Braves: LHP Drew Smyly (9-3, 4.54 ERA) pitches for the Braves on Monday night in the opener of a three-game series at Los Angeles.
wftv.comSoler's homer, Pederson's catch lift Braves over Giants 6-5
Giants Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Jorge Soler watches his three-run home run during the eighth inning of the team's baseball game against the San Francisco Giants on Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Atlanta. Wilmer Flores led off the ninth with a homer against Braves closer Will Smith to trim Atlanta’s lead to one. Buster Posey hit a two-run homer in his return to San Francisco's lineup and the Giants led 4-2 before the Braves rallied with four runs in the seventh. After Ozzie Albies' RBI double off Tony Watson (5-4) trimmed the Giants' lead to one, Soler hit Zack Littell's first pitch over the left-field wall for a two-run lead. Celebrating with his teammates in the Braves' dugout, Soler pulled off his batting helmet to reveal a “Soler Power” headband.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Arenado's Coors return, Ohtani back in box
Arenado is hitting .267 with 16 homers and an .833 OPS in his first season away from the Mile High City. The Rockies have floundered without him, falling well below .500 and hitting just .196 as a team when away from their hitter-friendly ballpark. BACK IN THE SWINGShohei Ohtani is expected back in the batter's box after flopping on the mound Wednesday at Yankee Stadium. His ERA still the lowest by any pitcher through 13 starts since earned runs became a statistic in 1913. He left for a pinch-hitter in the seventh and was listed as day to day.
wftv.comAnderson hitless for 6, Freeman 250th HR, Braves top Brewers
Braves Brewers Baseball Atlanta Braves' Ian Anderson pitches during the first inning of the team's baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday, May 15, 2021, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash) (Aaron Gash)MILWAUKEE — (AP) — Ian Anderson flirted with a no-hit bid, and he knew it. Anderson took his try into the seventh inning, Freddie Freeman hit his 250th career home run and the Atlanta Braves beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 on Saturday night. “I feel good,” Anderson said after throwing a career-high 110 pitches. “I felt really good,” Anderson said.
wftv.comAnderson takes no-hit bid into 7th, Braves beat Brewers 5-1
Braves Brewers Baseball Atlanta Braves' Ian Anderson pitches during the first inning of the team's baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday, May 15, 2021, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash) (Aaron Gash)MILWAUKEE — (AP) — Ian Anderson took a no-hit try into the seventh inning, Freddie Freeman hit a two-run homer and the Atlanta Braves beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 on Saturday night. The 23-year-old right-hander walked four and struck out four before the Brewers ended Anderson's bid in the seventh. Anderson helped the Braves win their fifth straight road game and match their longest road winning streak over the last three seasons. BREWERS ROSTER MOVESThe Brewers selected Milner from Triple-A Nashville and optioned LHP Eric Lauer there.
wftv.comBraves' Anderson loses no-hit bid in 7th inning vs Brewers
Braves Brewers Baseball Atlanta Braves' Ian Anderson pitches during the first inning of the team's baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday, May 15, 2021, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash) (Aaron Gash)MILWAUKEE — (AP) — Atlanta Braves right-hander Ian Anderson has lost his no-hit bid in the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers. Daniel Vogelbach led off the seventh with a single and Pablo Reyes followed with a double, finishing Anderson. The 23-year-old righty was backed by the Braves defense when they turned a crisp double play to end the sixth. Anderson began the game with a 2-1 record in seven starts this season.
wftv.comBraves' Anderson has no-hitter through 6 innings vs Brewers
Braves Brewers Baseball Atlanta Braves' Ian Anderson pitches during the first inning of the team's baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday, May 15, 2021, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash) (Aaron Gash)MILWAUKEE — (AP) — Atlanta Braves right-hander Ian Anderson has pitched six scoreless innings against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday night. Anderson has thrown 93 pitches, striking out four and walking four. The 23-year-old righty was backed by the Braves defense when they turned a crisp double play to end the sixth. Anderson began the game a 2-1 record in seven starts this season.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Major League Baseball nears 20,000 players
Yankees Orioles Baseball New York Yankees' Aaron Judge, right, celebrates with Gary Sanchez after hitting a first-inning home run against Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer during a baseball game on Friday, May 14, 2021, in Baltimore. Major League Baseball is full of huge numbers — 4,256 hits by Pete Rose, 511 wins for Cy Young, 2,632 consecutive games played by Cal Ripken Jr.Real soon, the sport will reach a big, round number: 20,000 total players. Of all the nearly 20,000 players so far to get into at least one game, 266 have reached the Hall of Fame. HEALTH STATUSNow the New York Yankees are dealing with a couple of significant injuries, in addition to their coronavirus issues. Brett Anderson (2-2, 3.54 ERA) pitched three scoreless innings Sunday at Miami in his return from a strained right hamstring.
wftv.comAdrianza, Braves rally for 8-7 win over Phillies in 12th
Phillies Braves Baseball Philadelphia Phillies' J.T. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) (Ben Margot)ATLANTA — (AP) — Ehire Adrianza capped a night full of comebacks for Atlanta with a game-ending RBI single in the 12th inning, helping the Braves stun the Philadelphia Phillies for a chaotic 8-7 victory Saturday. Phillies right fielder Bryce Harper didn't bother to field Adrianza's bloop single as Braves players poured out of the dugout to begin their on-field celebration. I think the ball hit the end of the bat and pinched his finger a little. UP NEXTBraves RHP Huascar Ynoa and Phillies RHP Aaron Nola, each looking for his fourth win, are the scheduled starters when the weekend series concludes on Sunday night.
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