Braves News: Opening Day victory, additional TV deals, and more
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.
Mar 27, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) celebrates after a home run against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves began the 2026 season on a high note after Friday’s 6-0 win over the Kansas City Royals. Ozzie Albies, Drake Baldwin, and Michael Harris II joined in on the fun and each homered.
Together, the Braves recorded 11 hits and capitalized on the Royals’ weak spots. There’s no place like home 🏠 #BravesCountry pic. twitter.
com/GrKnW5f5v3 — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) March 28, 2026 On the other side of the ball, leather was flashed and the pitching staff showed up big. Chris Sale earned the start, and though a bit shaky in the beginning, he finished the night allowing just three hits through six innings. He walked three and struck out six.
The bullpen came to play, too, and allowed just two more hits after Sale’s exit. The Braves go for the series win tonight at 7:15 ET. More Braves News: Additional television deals continue to be announced, as Fubo and DIRECTV are now carrying BravesVision.