Braves hope for another strong effort from Chris Sale at Pirates

May 6, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale (51) pitches ball against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves’ pitching rotation continues to put together strong performances over their past 10 games. Veteran left-hander Chris Sale (1-3, 4.07 ERA) started that…

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Pirates look to build on series-opening win vs. Braves

Apr 29, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Andrew Heaney (45) delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Atlanta’s AJ Smith-Shawver is coming off a career-best performance as he prepares to oppose Pittsburgh’s Andrew Heaney when the Braves take on the…

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Under new management, Pirates host Braves

Apr 29, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (left) and bench coach Don Kelly (right) talk in the outfield before the game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images The Pittsburgh Pirates are back home Friday night to face the Atlanta Braves with a new manager but…

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Four-game skid broken, Reds chase series split vs. Braves

May 7, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) and second baseman Matt McLain (9) celebrate after a victory over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Two pitchers looking for bounce-back starts will face off Thursday when the Atlanta Braves complete their homestand with the…

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