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Braves face Pirates with Bryce Elder starting in Atlanta

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Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Braves face Pirates with Bryce Elder starting in Atlanta
Summary

The Atlanta Braves continue their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 7, 2026, with Bryce Elder taking the mound. The Braves are in strong form, boasting a record that places them 23 games over.500, a high point not reached since their historic 2023 season. This week, Atlanta fans have enjoyed a series of games marked by warm weather that favors long hits. As the game unfolds, pitcher Mason Montgomery has been announced as the Pirates' opener. Fans are also awaiting the return of Drake Baldwin in the coming week.

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  • •Braves are 23 games over.500 after recent victories.
  • •Bryce Elder starts for Atlanta against Mason Montgomery of the Pirates.
  • •Drake Baldwin is expected back this month to bolster the roster.
  • •Warm weather conditions could lead to more home runs during the game.
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  • 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Chat and Discussion: Bryce Elder vs. Mason Montgomery
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Good afternoon, folks! How’s the first week of June treating you? So far, so good for the Braves. Having been to three (3) games this week, I can confirm it’s getting to be hot and humid in a way that home run balls particularly like. To my inexpert eye in the upper deck, it looked […]

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