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Braves perk up at the plate with four-homer win against Mets

Matt Olson hit two home runs, Michael Harris II added a two-run shot, and Ozzie Albies also went deep for the Atlanta Braves on Friday night.

By The Associated Press July 3, 2026

Dominic Smith, right, congratulates Atlanta Braves teammate Michael Harris II, who hit a two-run homer in the second inning of Friday night's home game against the New York Mets at Truist Park. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

Braves sign former NL MVP Andrew McCutchen to minor league deal

The Atlanta Braves signed 39-year-old Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract Friday in their ongoing search for a veteran player who can provide offensive help.

By The Associated Press July 3, 2026

The Atlanta Braves have signed 18-year MLB veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league deal, the team announced Friday. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

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Erlanger Park ready to host Chattanooga FC match on Fourth of July

Chattanooga FC interim head coach Richard Dixon did not hesitate when asked whether this summer can change the country's soccer landscape, including in the Scenic City.

By Patrick MacCoon July 2, 2026

Staff photo by Patrick MacCoon / The Chattanooga Football Club will play a historic Fourth of July match against Inter Miami CF II at Erlanger Park, the home of the Chattanooga Lookouts, in what will be the first sporting event besides a baseball game at the new $115 million stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday with fireworks to follow after the game.

Braves drop series after Cardinals erupt for seven-run seventh inning

The Atlanta Braves have lost three straight series and eight of their past 10 games after the St. Louis Cardinals rallied to win Thursday's rubber match at Truist Park.

By The Associated Press July 2, 2026

The Atlanta Braves' Mike Yastrzemski bunts for a single in the fourth inning of Thursday night's home game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Truist Park. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

Braves get big games from Ozzie Albies, five pitchers to beat Cardinals

Ozzie Albies drove in two runs to fuel the offensive attack, and the pitchers took it from there as the Atlanta Braves held the St. Louis Cardinals to two hits Wednesday.

By The Associated Press July 1, 2026

Ozzie Albies (1), right, scores for the Atlanta Braves past St. Louis Cardinals catcher Pedro Pagés as home plate umpire Jim Wolf signals safe during the eighth inning of Wednesday night's game at Truist Park. (AP Photo/Erik Rank)

Union proposal aims to cut down on roster churn by MLB teams

The Major League Baseball Players Association has proposed optional assignments to the minor leagues be cut from a maximum of five per season to three.

By RONALD BLUM / The Associated Press July 1, 2026

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Andrew Morris, second from left, is greeted at the mound by manager Derek Shelton, third from left, after coming in from the bullpen during the first inning of a game against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on May 3 in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bailey Hillesheim)

Church and Velázquez homer, helping Cardinals beat free-falling Braves

Nathan Church hit a three-run homer, Nelson Velázquez added a solo shot and Matthew Liberatore threw five strong innings as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.

By The Associated Press June 30, 2026

St. Louis Cardinals' JJ Wetherholt (26) attempts a bunt against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Giant mural honoring longtime Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker goes up in downtown Milwaukee

Milwaukee Brewers fans offered one more toast to Bob Uecker on Tuesday during a dedication ceremony for a giant downtown mural of the longtime broadcaster who died last year.

By The Associated Press June 30, 2026

This 80-foot by 100-foot mural posthumously honoring longtime Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker was dedicated Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Steve Megargee)

McCallie speedster, potential MLB draft pick Noah Wilson one of 17 local all-state baseball selections

Noah Wilson turned heads by recording the fastest 30-yard dash time in MLB draft combine history this past Thursday at Chase Field in Phoenix.

By Patrick MacCoon June 30, 2026

Staff File Photo by Seth Carpenter/ McCallie's Noah Wilson showed off his elite speed against Silverdale Baptist April 3 as he scored from first on a base hit. Wilson was one of 17 local TSWA all-state baseball selections announced on Tuesday.