The Atlanta Braves offense exploded for 10 runs and 16 hits to clinch a series victory against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday.

Suddenly, the Braves seem very much a factor in what should be a blockbuster pennant chase. So, naturally, all baseball media wants to talk about is ... Freddie Freeman leaving Atlanta in free agency more than three years ago?

BOSTON (AP) — Marcell Ozuna homered for the second straight day, former Boston outfielder Alex Verdugo had three hits and the Atlanta Braves beat the Red Sox 10-4 on Sunday to win the three-game series.

The Atlanta Braves parted with two veterans who recently came to the organization with a level of intrigue for different reasons.

The Braves are giving rookie star Drake Baldwin another start at catcher, as he continues to earn more playing time due to his stellar performance on offense. Meanwhile, Alex Verdugo rejoins the lineup at the leadoff spot,

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The Atlanta Braves reportedly released a former All-Star ahead of their upcoming series against the Washington Nationals.

The Braves released Cooper, an eight-year MLB veteran, on Monday afternoon. The 34-year-old hit .228 with two home runs, 17 RBI, and a .621 OPS in 138 plate appearances at Triple-A Gwinnett.

The broadcast mentioned that the Braves have a “chase rate contest.” Hyers’ initial remarks to the press involved discussion of “different ways to score.” It’s really the last one that has persistently been at the forefront of my mind over the past few days.

The Atlanta Braves officially reinstated Spencer Strider from the IL after spending a month on the shelf with a hamstring issue.