Atlanta Braves News: Austin Riley and Mike Yastrzemski Go Deep, NL East Week Ahead, More

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May 18, 2026 - 05:13
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Atlanta Braves News: Austin Riley and Mike Yastrzemski Go Deep, NL East Week Ahead, More
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MAY 17: Matt Olson #28 reacts with Austin Riley #27 of the Atlanta Braves following the 8-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox at Truist Park on May 17, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) | Getty Images

For the sixth straight Sunday, the Braves were victorious. And even more enjoyable was the Braves got the job done early in the 8-1 win over the Red Sox. Atlanta just continues to roll along, as they are now 14-1-1 in individual series so far this season.

Another good developlment is the production of Mike Yastrzemski and Austin Riley, who both went deep on Sunday. With both Michael Harris and Ozzie Albies running into regression in May, Riley and Yaztrzemski coming alive has allowed the offense to do enough to continue its winnings ways.

Braves News

The Braves signed southpaw Austin Gomber to a minor league contract.

The Braves probables for the upcoming series versus the Marlins was released on Sunday. Another big week ahead for the Braves with four versus the Marlins and three versus the Nationals.

MLB News

The NL East as a whole has been better over the past few weeks, with each team .500 or better in over their last 10 games. That includes the Phillies, who are now over .500 with their win on Sunday.

Jose Altuve was placed on the IL with an oblique strain.

The Mariners are promoting prospect Colt Emerson as Brendan Donovan heads to the IL.

Jayson Stark had a lot of fun information on the Braves in one of his latest pieces.

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