Mattingly wins his last game as Marlins manager, tops Braves
Mattingly finished his Marlins’ tenure 443-587, highlighted by a playoff berth in the 2020 pandemic-shortened season. Continuing a final game custom during his years in Miami, Mattingly allowed a veteran player to manage the team. After they clinched their fifth consecutive division title Tuesday, the Braves fielded a lineup without several of their top players. Olson’s two-run drive off Andrew Nardi (1-1) in the seventh got Atlanta within 10-8 before Burdick connected with a two-run homer in the bottom half. DOWN TIMEThe Braves will have Thursday and Friday off before they begin workouts Saturday for the NL Division Series that begins at home on Tuesday.
wftv.comTucker, Urquidy power Astros past Braves as Ozuna hears boos
José Urquidy won his 12th game for the AL-leading Astros. The Braves went up 2-0 in the first when Dansby Swanson singled and Matt Olson hit his 26th homer, a 432-foot shot to right-center. The Astros tacked on a run in the ninth off Stephens on Gurriel’s RBI single to make it 5-2. UP NEXTRHP Jake Odorizzi (4-5, 4.15 ERA) will face RHP Roansy Contreras (3-3, 4.02) when the Braves open a three-game series at Pittsburgh. The Astros are off Monday and have yet to announce a starter Tuesday when Houston begins a three-game home series against Minnesota.
wftv.comTucker, Urquidy power Astros past Braves as Ozuna hears boos
Atlanta outfielder Marcell Ozuna was booed by his home fans in his return, Kyle Tucker singled to drive in Yordan Alvarez for the go-ahead run in the eighth, José Urquidy won his 12th game, and the Houston Astros beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 to avoid a three-game sweep.
Atlanta Braves OF Marcell Ozuna arrested on DUI charge
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — Police arrested Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna early Friday on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, WSB-TV reported. “I asked Mr. Ozuna what he was doing in Norcross and he replied with ‘the party,’” the officer said. “I later found out Mr. Ozuna was on his way to a nearby after-hours night club.”Gwinnett County Jail records show authorities arrested Ozuna on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and an unsafe lane change. In a statement obtained by WSB, officials with the Braves said they were aware of Ozuna’s arrest. “As this is a legal matter, we will have no further comment until the process is complete.”In May 2021, authorities arrested Ozuna on suspicion of domestic violence.
wftv.comBraves OF Ozuna facing more legal woes following DUI arrest
ATLANTA — (AP) — Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol early Friday near Atlanta. It was the second arrest in as many years for Ozuna. Now Ozuna is facing more legal problems after he was arrested by a Norcross Police officer in metro Atlanta. Following the 2021 arrest, Ozuna was placed on administrative leave during a Major League Baseball investigation and missed Atlanta’s World Series championship run. MLB suspended Ozuna for 20 games under its domestic violence policy in November, allowing him to return for the start of this season.
wftv.comBraves hit five homers, beat Nats 10-4 for 13th straight win
WASHINGTON — (AP) — Michael Harris II and Travis d’Arnaud each had three hits and homered for the second straight game, and the Atlanta Braves connected five times in their 13th straight win, 10-4 over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night. Atlanta hit back-to-back homers for the third straight game, this time doing it twice. Dansby Swanson also homered for the Braves, who have clubbed 32 home runs during the winning streak, the longest in the majors this season. He went 5 2/3 innings, allowing four runs on six hits while striking out six and walking one. Nationals: RHP Erick Fedde (4-4, 4.87 ERA) is 0-4 with a 10.80 ERA in eight games – seven starts – against the Braves.
wftv.comAlbies breaks foot, but Braves beat Nats for 12th straight
WASHINGTON — (AP) — Dansby Swanson and the Atlanta Braves won their 12th straight game Monday night, beating the Washington Nationals 9-5 despite losing All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies to a broken left foot. Albies fell on his way out of the batter's box on a groundout to shortstop in the fifth inning. The 33-year-old Strasburg has made one start this season, his first since he had surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome last summer. TRAINER’S ROOMBraves: Orlando Arcia replaced Albies at second base in the bottom of the fifth. Albies, a two-time All-Star, is hitting .244 with eight homers and a .694 OPS in 62 games this season.
wftv.comOzuna, Riley spur 4-run rally in 8th, Braves top Padres
Padres Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Matt Olson, center, celebrates in the dugout after a home run in the first inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Saturday, May 14, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson) (Brynn Anderson)ATLANTA — (AP) — Marcell Ozuna homered and Austin Riley hit a tiebreaking double during a four-run rally in the eighth inning Saturday that lifted the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 victory over the San Diego Padres. The Braves tagged reliever Steven Wilson (3-1) for Ozzie Albies’ RBI single, Ozuna’s two-run homer and Riley’s go-ahead hit. San Diego added another run to make it 5-2 on Eric Hosmer’s RBI forceout. Wright will face San Diego for the second time and is 0-0 with a 3.60 ERA against the Padres.
wftv.comBraves' Acuña still rehabbing knee, won't play spring game
Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna smiles with his son Ronald Acuna Jr. at baseball spring training in North Port, Fla., Thursday, March 17, 2022. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP) (Curtis Compton)FORT MYERS, Fla. — (AP) — Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. won’t see game action in spring training, even as a designated hitter, as it becomes increasingly likely he will miss at least the first month of the regular season. You won’t see him in a spring game,” manager Brian Snitker said after Atlanta’s 4-0 win over Minnesota on Tuesday. Acuña, recovering from a torn ACL in his right knee suffered midway through last season, expressed hope at the start of spring training that he would be ready for the defending World Series champion Braves’ opener on April 7. Though he was firm in his plan for Acuña, Snitker said the outfielder continues to make progress in his recovery.
wftv.comOzuna addresses Braves after domestic violence ban ends
“Yeah, I talked to my team," Ozuna said Monday, the first day of full-squad spring training workouts. Ozuna also was ordered to complete a 24-week family violence intervention program, at least 200 hours of community service and an anger management course. “My fans, I’m going to give you the best and I’m going to be a better person, and I’m sorry," he said. Ozuna was asked specifically what he would say to fans who are also victims of domestic violence. I’m going to give you my smile.
wftv.comOzuna addresses Braves after domestic violence ban ends
Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna says he has addressed teammates and is sorry to fans for an arrest last year on charges of aggravated assault by strangulation and battery after police officers said they witnessed him attacking his wife. Ozuna returned to the team this week for the first time since his May 29 arrest. MLB suspended the 31-year-old retroactively for 20 games under its domestic violence policy in November, allowing him to return for the start of the 2022 season.
news.yahoo.comFreddie Watch: Freeman top priority for champion Braves
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker and first baseman Freddie Freeman celebrate after winning baseball's World Series in Game 6 against the Houston Astros Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, in Houston. Has Freddie Freeman, the face of the franchise for the past decade, played his last game in an Atlanta uniform? Freeman was among 160 players who became a free agent Wednesday, along with World Series MVP Jorge Soler and NL Championship Series MVP Eddie Rosario. If Freeman re-signs, the Braves should be the favorites for a fifth straight NL East title and one of the top contenders for another Series championship. Acuña, of course, as well as Morton, a 14-game winner who broke his leg in Game 1 of the World Series.
wftv.comNew deal for Freeman top priority for Series champion Braves
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker and first baseman Freddie Freeman celebrate after winning baseball's World Series in Game 6 against the Houston Astros Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, in Houston. Has Freddie Freeman, the face of the franchise for the past decade, played his last game in an Atlanta uniform? the Braves should be the favorites for a fifth straight NL East title and one of the top contenders for another Series championship. Acuña, of course, as well as Morton, a 14-game winner who sustained a broken leg in Game 1 of the World Series. NL RBI leader Adam Duvall and pearl-wearing Joc Pederson both have mutual contract options for next season, while NL Championship series MVP Eddie Rosario and World Series MVP Jorge Soler are set to become free agents.
wftv.comHammerin' Braves win 1st WS crown since 1995, rout Astros
World Series Baseball Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman celebrates his home run during the seventh inning in Game 6 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, in Houston. Yet out of nowhere, suddenly, these Atlanta Braves transformed themselves and took off. Jorge Soler, Freddie Freeman and the Braves breezed to their first World Series championship since 1995, hammering the Houston Astros 7-0 Tuesday night in Game 6. Not a broken leg sustained by starter Charlie Morton in the World Series opener. Favored in spring training to win their fourth straight NL East title, the Braves lost Acuña to a torn knee in July.
wftv.comBraves star Ozuna granted $20,000 bond on assault charge
Pirates Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Marcell Ozuna, left, celebrates with Ronald Acuna Jr. at the end of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, May 22, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) (Ben Margot)ATLANTA — (AP) — Braves star Marcell Ozuna was granted a $20,000 bond Monday on charges of aggravated assault by strangulation and battery against his wife. During his initial appearance in Fulton County Magistrate Court, Ozuna was ordered to have no contact with his wife. Genesis Ozuna was arrested on a domestic violence charge in Miami a year ago. Ozuna re-signed with Atlanta after a stellar first season with the Braves in 2020, agreeing to a $65 million, four-year deal.
wftv.comLEADING OFF: Giants-Dodgers, Tribe plays 2, deGrom at night
Cleveland manager Terry Francona will miss the matchups with Toronto to attend his youngest daughter’s wedding in Newport, Rhode Island. The teams were washed out Friday night, and the forecast again calls for rain all day in New York. They've lost 13 games in a row, one short of the franchise record, going into their series finale at home against St. Louis. SPUTTERING AT THE PLATELast in the AL Central, the Detroit Tigers try for a surprising three-game sweep of the visiting New York Yankees. Lucas Giolito (4-4, 4.04 ERA) starts for Chicago.
wftv.comAtlanta Braves OF Marcell Ozuna jailed on domestic violence charge
Braves star arrested Atlanta outfielder Marcell Ozuna was arrested by the Sandy Springs Police Department on Saturday. (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)ATLANTA — Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna was arrested Saturday on charges of domestic violence, authorities said. Statement from the Atlanta Braves: pic.twitter.com/qISsfrUAiL — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 30, 2021MLB is expected to open an investigation into the matter, ESPN reported. Ozuna could face a suspension in accordance with the league’s domestic violence abuse policy. Ozuna’s wife, Genesis Ozuna, was arrested on a domestic violence charge in Miami a year ago, Sports Illustrated reported.
wftv.comBraves OF Ozuna arrested on domestic violence charge
Pirates Braves Baseball Atlanta Braves' Marcell Ozuna (20) follows through on a solo home run during the sixth inning of the team's baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, May 21, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) (John Bazemore)NEW YORK — (AP) — Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna was arrested Saturday on charges of aggravated assault strangulation and misdemeanor family violence. Major League Baseball's Department of Investigations plans to review the matter under the joint domestic violence policy in place between MLB and the players association. "The Braves fully support Major League Baseball’s policy on domestic violence which stresses to the fullest that our society cannot and will not tolerate domestic violence in any form. Ozuna's wife, Genesis Ozuna, was arrested on a domestic violence charge in Miami a year ago Saturday.
wftv.comMets-Braves game postponed due to a forecast of heavy rain.
Braves Mets Baseball A billboard at CitiField announces the postponing of a baseball game Friday, May 28, 2021, in New York. The game between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets was postponed due to inclement weather. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) (Frank Franklin II)NEW YORK — (AP) — The game between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves was postponed due to a forecast of rain on Friday night. The manager said he initially thought Alonso, one of 17 Mets on the injured list, would need a rehab assignment. The Braves on Friday placed outfielder Marcell Ozuna on the injured list and recalled Johan Camargo from Triple-A Gwinnett.
wftv.comNats finally play, beat Braves 6-5 on Soto's walk-off in 9th
Juan Soto drove in the winning run with a single on a 3-0 pitch in the bottom of the ninth inning to lift the coronavirus-depleted Washington Nationals to a 6-5 comeback victory over the Atlanta Braves after waiting five days to start their season.
Betts hits 2 HRs in final spring training game of the year
In the final spring training game of the year, Betts hit two home runs Tuesday night and the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-4. GOOD SIGNOn the final day of spring training, former All-Star pitcher Mike Soroka took a big step toward getting back on a regular-season mound. Ad“It was a perfect way to end a really good spring training on a positive note,” manager Brian Snitker said. Kolten Wong hit a two-run homer and Christian Yelich singled to finish spring training with a .393 batting average. AdDIAMONDBACKS 3, INDIANS 2At Phoenix, Diamondbacks starter Taylor Widener struck out seven over 5 2/3 innings, allowing four hits.
Chisox star Jiménez out 5-6 months, Rays' Anderson ailing
Sixto Sánchez made his third start, yielding a run on three hits and a walk in 3 1/3 innings. Austin Gomber gave up five runs on eight hits, four of them home runs, 5 1/3 innings. Arizona starter Luke Weaver struck out eight over 5 1/3 innings. Right-hander Adbert Alzolay continued to struggle for Chicago, allowing two runs in 3 1/3 innings. BREWERS 2, GIANTS 2Brett Anderson pitched two-run ball over 5 2/3 innings, allowing five hits and striking out three for Milwaukee.
Lindor, Mets talk about new deal; Rosario struggles in CF
“We’re just talking.”The Mets obtained Lindor from Cleveland in January, and he's signed for this season at $22.3 million. Canning now has 13 strikeouts in 7 2/3 innings. The two-time Cy Young Award winner has permitted three hits in 8 2/3 innings with 16 strikeouts and a walk. Nola has given up 15 hits in 8 2/3 innings, seeing his ERA rise to 10.38. Kyle Wright made his fourth start, giving up two runs on three hits and two walks in 2 2/3 innings.
Ohtani fans 5 in return to mound; Harper HR on 1st swing
The 2018 AL Rookie of the Year is off to a strong start this spring on both sides. PHILLIES 3, PIRATES 0Bryce Harper homered on his first swing of spring training, launching a opposite-field drive to left. Chad Kuhl made his second start for Pittsburgh, allowing two runs on three hits. Brad Keller worked three innings in the start for the Royals and allowed a run on four hits and two walks. BRAVES 4, TWINS 0 (7)Kyle Wright fared much better in his second start for Atlanta, allowing one hit in three shutout innings with two strikeouts.
NL MVP Freeman delayed to Braves camp by birth of twin boys
Freeman won't report with the Atlanta Braves position players on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021, following the births of his twin boys. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)NL MVP Freddie Freeman won't report with the Atlanta Braves' position players on Tuesday following the birth of his twin sons. Other position players already have had their intake testing so they'll be cleared for the first full-squad workout on Tuesday. Freeman hit .341 with 13 homers, 53 RBIs and a NL-leading 23 doubles in the regular season. In 2019, Freeman hit .295 and set career highs with 38 homers and 121 RBIs.
Braves bring back Ozuna on $65 million, 4-year deal
FILE - In this Aug. 16, 2020, file photo, Atlanta Braves' Marcell Ozuna watches his single during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami. The Braves are bringing back Ozuna, signing the slugger to a $65 million, four-year contract. The deal includes a fifth-year club option for $16 million with a $1 million buyout. The deal includes a fifth-year club option for $16 million with a $1 million buyout. AdSmyly, a left-hander, signed a one-year, $11 million deal.
Freeman among trio of Braves on All-MLB first team
Freeman easily won the NL MVP award Thursday, Nov. 12, topping off a trying year that saw him become so ill with COVID-19 he prayed please dont take me. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)NEW YORK – National League MVP Freddie Freeman was one of three Atlanta Braves selected to the All-MLB first team on Wednesday night. San Diego had two players on the top team: shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. and third baseman Manny Machado. AL MVP José Abreu of the Chicago White Sox was the first baseman on the second team, which also included Philadelphia catcher J.T. Realmuto, Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe, Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager and Indians third baseman José Ramírez.
Stroman, Gausman take $18.9M; Springer, LeMahieu reject
Gausman and Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman accepted $18.9 million qualifying offers Wednesday, Nov. 11, receiving one-year deals to stay with their teams rather than test what they could get in free agency. Qualifying offers began after the 2012 season, and only 10 of 96 offers have been accepted. Stroman was acquired by the Mets from Toronto in July 2019 for left-hander Anthony Kay and minor league right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson. Gausman has a 50-66 record and 4.26 ERA in nine seasons with Baltimore, Atlanta and San Francisco. Tomlin gets a $1 million salary next season, and the deal includes a $1.25 million club option with a $250,000 buyout.
Springer, LeMahieu, Realmuto among 6 given qualifying offers
Springer, New York Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu and Philadelphia catcher J.T. Realmuto were among just six free agents who received $18.9 million qualifying offers on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, from their former teams. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)NEW YORK – Houston outfielder George Springer, New York Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu and Philadelphia catcher J.T. Realmuto were among just six free agents who received $18.9 million qualifying offers on Sunday from their former teams. Arizona exercised a $4.25 million option on pitcher Merrill Kelly rather than pay a $500,000 buyout, and Baltiore exercised a $3.5 million option on shortstop José Iglesias rather than pay a $500,000 buyout.
Total package: Betts paying off big for Dodgers in every way
Los Angeles Dodgers' Mookie Betts hits a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays during the sixth inning in Game 1 of the baseball World Series Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)ARLINGTON, Texas – Mookie Betts slid headfirst across home plate, then popped up and did a double pump with his right fist. That big commitment to Betts is already paying off for the Los Angeles Dodgers this postseason. After run-saving catches in three consecutive potential elimination games to get the Dodgers this far, Betts put his speed, instincts and power on display in Game 1 of the World Series. You can really learn from that.”For all Betts is doing for the Dodgers this postseason, they're not even the only ones benefiting.
LEADING OFF: Rays, Dodgers all set to meet in World Series
A look at what's happening around the majors on Monday:SERIES SETIn a most unpredictable season, the teams with the best records in each league are set to meet in the World Series. The Dodgers and Rays will open in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday night after each finished memorable League Championship Series matchups this weekend. They also won a Game 7, topping Houston 4-2 in the ALCS and earn the second World Series trip in franchise history. FIRST LOOKKevin Kiermaier, Mike Zunino, Blake Snell and the Rays are expected to work out at Globe Life Field a day before Game 1 of the World Series. BIG QUESTIONThe loaded Braves are in position to contend for the World Series again next year after they were eliminated by the Dodgers in the NLCS on Sunday night.
Catch this! Betts saves Dodgers with 3rd web gem in 3 nights
Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts robs Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman of a home run during the fifth inning in Game 7 of a baseball National League Championship Series Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)ARLINGTON, Texas – Mookie Betts is leaping into the World Series, carrying to the Los Angeles Dodgers with his glove rather than with his bat. Freeman drove a cutter deep to right field, and Betts sprinted 64 feet to the wall and jumped, just to the side of a credit-card advertisement. Betts batted .217 with three RBIs in the Series, hitting a solo homer in Game 5 off Clayton Kershaw. “We would have beat the Red Sox if we would have had Mookie Betts," Roberts said.