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Harris II powers Braves to 3-2 win, tying NLDS against Dodgers
sports5 days ago

Harris II powers Braves to 3-2 win, tying NLDS against Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 in Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Sunday, evening the series at 1-1. Michael Harris II delivered a pivotal performance, tripled in the fifth inning to score the go-ahead run on a wild pitch, and added an insurance RBI double in the seventh. The Braves used five relievers to outlast a Dodgers bullpen that also deployed six pitchers, with closer Raisel Iglesias securing the save. Blake Snell struggled for Los Angeles, exiting after 3 2/3 innings with five walks. The series shifts to Atlanta for Game 3 on Tuesday, where Chris Sale faces Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

via CBS Sports|
#atlanta-braves#los-angeles-dodgers#michael-harris-ii
Braves Clinch NLDS Berth Against Dodgers After Three-Game Wild Card Thriller
sports8 days ago

Braves Clinch NLDS Berth Against Dodgers After Three-Game Wild Card Thriller

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series on October 1, 2026, at Truist Park. This victory secured Atlanta's advance to the National League Division Series (NLDS) against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The series was decided by a dramatic three-game contest, with the Braves overcoming a Game 2 loss to win the clincher. Key home runs from Michael Harris II, Ozzie Albies, and Matt Olson drove the offense, while relief pitcher Ray Kerr delivered a dominant start. The Braves will now face the defending champions in a series beginning Saturday at Dodger Stadium.

via Fox News|
#atlanta-braves#los-angeles-dodgers#michael-harris-ii
Sleeper Picks for 2026: 56 Undervalued Stars Across the Fantasy Baseball Landscape
sports6 months ago

Sleeper Picks for 2026: 56 Undervalued Stars Across the Fantasy Baseball Landscape

Rotoworld’s 2026 Fantasy Baseball draft piece highlights 56 undervalued players across multiple positions, listing them with their Top 300 ranking and Yahoo/NFBC ADPs post-March 1, and explaining why they’re bargains. The guide covers first base through closer, including standout names like Stewart, Alonso, Freeman, Keaschall, McLain, Neto, Peña, Herrera, Harris II, Duran, Springer, Crews, Robert, Trout, Reynolds, and Ohtani, among others, with notes on parks, lineups, and health to justify upside while excluding obvious early-round picks.

via NBC Sports|
#2026-draft#fantasy-baseball#michael-harris-ii
"Braves and Phillies Spring Training Highlights: Harris' Moonshot, Realmuto's Debut, and Harper's Defensive Shine"
sports2 years ago

"Braves and Phillies Spring Training Highlights: Harris' Moonshot, Realmuto's Debut, and Harper's Defensive Shine"

Michael Harris II hits a home run as the Atlanta Braves tie with the Philadelphia Phillies in their first spring training game. AJ Smith-Shawver had an up-and-down outing on the pitching side, while Ken Giles impressed by striking out the side in his Braves debut. The game ended in a 7-7 tie, and the Braves will be in split-squad action for their next games.

via Battery Power|
#atlanta-braves#ken-giles#michael-harris-ii
"Braves' Game 2 NLDS comeback win fueled by clutch plays and team support"
sports3 years ago

"Braves' Game 2 NLDS comeback win fueled by clutch plays and team support"

The Atlanta Braves secured a thrilling comeback win in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies, with Michael Harris II making a historic and improbable double play to seal the victory. With the Braves holding onto a 5-4 lead in the ninth inning, Harris made an incredible catch off the wall to deny Nick Castellanos an RBI, then quickly relayed the ball back to the infield, resulting in a double play that put out Bryce Harper at first base. This marked the first 8-5-3 double play in MLB playoff history and the first double play involving an outfielder to end a postseason game. The series now moves to Philadelphia for Games 3 and 4.

via ESPN|
#braves#bryce-harper#double-play
"Michael Harris II's Heroic Play Rescues Braves in NLDS Game 2"
sports3 years ago

"Michael Harris II's Heroic Play Rescues Braves in NLDS Game 2"

Michael Harris II makes a stunning game-saving play in center field, leaping halfway up the fence to catch a potential home run and then throwing out Bryce Harper at first base to secure the Atlanta Braves' victory in NLDS Game 2 against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Braves had erased a four-run deficit to even the series after being dominated in Game 1. Harris' play could be a turning point for the Braves as they head to Philadelphia for the next two games.

via Yahoo Sports|
#atlanta-braves#game-saving-play#michael-harris-ii
"Braves vs. Phillies: Bryce Harper's Base Running Decision and Wild Ending in NLDS Game 2"
sports3 years ago

"Braves vs. Phillies: Bryce Harper's Base Running Decision and Wild Ending in NLDS Game 2"

The Atlanta Braves secured a thrilling 5-4 comeback win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 of the NLDS, thanks in part to a game-saving defensive play by Braves center fielder Michael Harris II. With Bryce Harper on first base as the potential tying run, Harris leaped to catch Nick Castellanos' drive and threw the ball back infield for a double play, preventing the tying run from scoring. Harper defended his aggressive base running decision, while Phillies manager Rob Thomson offered soft criticism. The play may have saved the Braves' season.

via CBS Sports|
#atlanta-braves#bryce-harper#michael-harris-ii
Braves' Dominant Streak Continues with 9th Consecutive Win
sports3 years ago

Braves' Dominant Streak Continues with 9th Consecutive Win

The Atlanta Braves extended their winning streak to nine games with a 4-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. Bryce Elder delivered a strong start, keeping the Guardians scoreless until the seventh inning. Marcell Ozuna and Michael Harris II hit home runs for the Braves, who lead the MLB with 161 homers this season. Ronald Acuña Jr. made history by becoming the first player to hit 20-plus homers, tally 40-plus steals, and drive in 50-plus runs in a team's first 84 games. The Braves' widespread production and dominant lineup have propelled them to a nine-game lead in the NL East.

via MLB.com|
#atlanta-braves#bryce-elder#home-runs
Braves secure narrow victory over Reds.
sports3 years ago

Braves secure narrow victory over Reds.

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Cincinnati Reds 7-6 to pick up their 50th win of the season. Charlie Morton pitched five innings, allowing three runs and striking out seven. Matt Olson hit his 25th home run of the season, while Michael Harris II tripled to start the third and later scored on a sacrifice fly by Ozzie Albies to give Atlanta a 1-0 lead. The Reds tied the game in the fourth, but the Braves regained the lead in the sixth and held on for the win.

via Battery Power|
#atlanta-braves#charlie-morton#cincinnati-reds
Braves release Culberson before father's first pitch.
sports3 years ago

Braves release Culberson before father's first pitch.

The Atlanta Braves designated infielder Charlie Culberson for assignment on Father's Day, just hours before his father was set to throw out the ceremonial first pitch for the team's Father's Day celebration. Culberson had been brought up from Triple-A Gwinnett on May 19 but had yet to appear in any major league games. The Braves went on to win 14-6 against the Colorado Rockies, with outfielder Michael Harris II going 5-for-5 and scoring three times.

via Fox News|
#atlanta-braves#charlie-culberson#fathers-day
Braves release Culberson before father's first pitch.
sports3 years ago

Braves release Culberson before father's first pitch.

The Atlanta Braves designated infielder Charlie Culberson for assignment on Father's Day morning, creating an awkward situation as his father was scheduled to throw the first pitch in honor of the holiday. The team had outfielder Michael Harris II's father do the honor instead, and Harris went on to have a great game, going 5-for-5 in the Braves' win over the Rockies. The Braves needed to create space for catcher Chadwick Tromp after losing starting catcher Sean Murphy to injury. Culberson had been in his second stint with the Braves and has played for five different teams in his major league career.

via New York Post |
#atlanta-braves#chadwick-tromp#charlie-culberson
Braves cut Culberson before father's first pitch.
sports3 years ago

Braves cut Culberson before father's first pitch.

Atlanta Braves' Charlie Culberson was designated for assignment just hours before his father was scheduled to throw him the first pitch on Father's Day. Culberson had been on the Braves roster for 27 days but had not played in a game. Outfielder Michael Harris II's dad was given the pregame honors instead. The Braves needed to make space to call up Chadwick Tromp from Triple-A after starting catcher Sean Murphy suffered a hamstring injury.

via CBS Sports|
#atlanta-braves#charlie-culberson#fathers-day
Braves DFA Charlie Culberson on Father's Day, upsetting his dad's first pitch plans.
sports3 years ago

Braves DFA Charlie Culberson on Father's Day, upsetting his dad's first pitch plans.

The Atlanta Braves designated Charlie Culberson for assignment on Father's Day, scuttling his dad's plans to throw out the first pitch. Culberson had not made any appearances for Atlanta since being called up May 19. The Braves made room for catcher Chadwick Tromp, who was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett with catcher Sean Murphy dealing with a reported hamstring injury.

via ESPN|
#atlanta-braves#chadwick-tromp#charlie-culberson