Atlanta Braves win sixth straight, Ronald Acuña Jr. returns to lineup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Atlanta Braves secured their sixth consecutive victory, improving to 68-45, as they close in on the best record in Major League Baseball. The team has benefited from the return of Ronald Acuña Jr., who has played eight games since recovering from a two-month injury absence. Currently ranked third in the National League and with a +110 run differential, Atlanta remains in contention as the postseason approaches. Their home record stands at 37-20, highlighting their strong performance this season.
- •Braves are 68-45 after winning six straight games
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. has returned from injury, impacting the lineup
- •Atlanta is within two games of MLB's best record
- •Team holds a +110 run differential this season
- •Braves have a strong home record of 37-20
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — The Braves Are Getting Hot at the Perfect Time
"Don’t look now, but the Atlanta Braves are starting to look like the team nobody wants to see in October. Atlanta has won six consecutive games, improving to 68-45 and climbing to within two games of the best record in Major League Baseball. While the Dodgers have dropped five straight, the Braves have gone in…
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