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Pérez leads Braves to series-opening win over Tigers

With a 5-2 win over the Detroit Tigers Tuesday night, the Atlanta Braves are off to their best 30-game start since 2000.

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Nick Peal: The unlikely story of the last 2026 Georgia football commitment

Nick Peal is living his dream — the Roswell High senior made an improbable commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs last week.

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Falcons add to front office with Bryce Johnston hire

Bryce Johnston, who spent the past 10 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, has joined the Atlanta Falcons as senior vice president of football administration.

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BULLDOGS

UGA football great ready to ‘get in the fight’ in new coaching role

Alec Ogletree isn’t worried about proving himself as a first-time coach. He’ll let his players at Hebron Christian discover his credentials on their own.

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KEN SUGIURA

No better time for Jalen Johnson’s breakthrough than Hawks’ Game 5

Johnson hasn't been able to match his production from his breakthrough regular season in Atlanta's NBA playoff series against the New York Knicks.

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Final girls basketball rankings: 4 first-time state champions finish No. 1

In the final girls basketball rankings after the state championships, four first-time winners finish No. 1.

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AJC VARSITY

Final boys basketball rankings: 3 first-time champions finish No. 1

St. Pius, Rabun County and Darlington won titles for the first time. Class 6A champion Wheeler won its 11th.

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Best in Georgia: 2025 AJC Varsity high school football all-state teams

Not only did the AJC Varsity name first-team all-state honorees for each GHSA classification, but it also added breakout players to watch in this year's all-state honors.

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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The Falcons have 15 players that could become unrestricted free agents in March. Vote on which potential free agent is most important for the team to re-sign.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves pitcher Martín Pérez delivers to a Detroit Tigers batter during the first inning of a baseball game against the Tigers, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Atlanta. (Erik S. Lesser/AP)

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Pérez leads Braves to series-opening win over Tigers

With a 5-2 win over the Detroit Tigers Tuesday night, the Atlanta Braves are off to their best 30-game start since 2000.

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Didier Fuentes back again with Dylan Lee on paternity list

The Braves’ 2026 season is well underway. Keep it here for all the team’s personnel and injury news.

MLB

Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim to begin rehab assignment this week

Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim, who injured his right middle finger during the offseason, will begin a rehab assignment at Double-A Columbus. Kim missed all of spring training.

Georgia Bulldogs

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BULLDOGS

Nick Peal: The unlikely story of the last 2026 Georgia football commitment

Nick Peal is living his dream — the Roswell High senior made an improbable commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs last week.

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BULLDOGS

Illinois coach takes another shot at Georgia over transfer running back

Illinois football coach Bret Bielema called out the Georgia program again over losing running back Josh McCray to the Bulldogs in the transfer portal ahead of the 2025 season.

BULLDOGS

As Georgia searches for next top QB prospect, Bryson Beaver becomes more valuable

Bryson Beaver's importance to Georgia football has grown as the Bulldogs miss out on their top class of 2027 quarterback targets. He showed flashes during the spring game.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham reacts during Georgia's NFL Pro Day at Payne Indoor Athletic Facility, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Athens. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Falcons add to front office with Bryce Johnston hire

Bryce Johnston, who spent the past 10 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, has joined the Atlanta Falcons as senior vice president of football administration.

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NFL

Why Falcons believe Kendal Daniels can be Jeff Ulbrich’s next success story

The Atlanta Falcons drafted Oklahoma linebacker Kendal Daniels in the fourth round and say the onetime safety should thrive with defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

KEN SUGIURA

Can’t believe Avieon Terrell’s NFL draft story? Neither can his parents.

Avieon Terrell was drafted by the Falcons and will join brother A.J. on Atlanta's roster. Being selected by his hometown team was a dream come true for the Terrell family.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Houston Texans first-round draft pick Keylan Rutledge speaks during an NFL football press conference Friday, April 24, 2026, in Houston. (Annie Mulligan/AP)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Keylan Rutledge first-round contract will set Georgia Tech modern-era record

First-round pick Rutledge is expected to sign the richest modern-era rookie contract in Georgia Tech history after going 26th overall to Houston.

YELLOW JACKETS

Here’s where Georgia Tech football players have landed after the NFL draft

Georgia Tech's football program had two NFL draft picks, Keylan Rutledge and Jordan van den Berg, while other players, including Haynes King, signed as undrafted free agents.

NFL

Georgia Tech’s Haynes King signs with Panthers as undrafted free agent

The Yellow Jackets’ record-setting quarterback was the ACC Player of the Year last season.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United head coach Gerardo Martino watches his team during the second half in its home opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Atlanta. Real Salt Lake won 3-2. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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MLS

Martino: ‘I would be fired’ after 1-7-1 start if not for history with Atlanta United

Atlanta United head coach Gerardo Martino acknowledged he'd probably be fired if not for his history with the team. The Five Stripes are 1-7-1 and have totaled seven goals.

MLS

Atlanta United losing streak reaches four

Atlanta United dropped its fourth straight game in a 2-1 loss to the New England Revolution on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

MLS

Atlanta United scoreless again in loss to Nashville SC

The Five Stripes were shut out for the fifth time this season and fell to 1-6-1 with a home loss to Nashville SC.

Atlanta Hawks

Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (left) looks for an opening in the defense of Knicks guard Josh Hart in the second half of Game 4 during the first round of the NBA playoffs at State Farm Arena on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Atlanta. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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KEN SUGIURA

No better time for Jalen Johnson’s breakthrough than Hawks’ Game 5

Johnson hasn't been able to match his production from his breakthrough regular season in Atlanta's NBA playoff series against the New York Knicks.

In Game 5 against Knicks, Hawks will have to raise their level of intensity

Quin Snyder says Atlanta needs to be resilient to withstand New York’s runs to start the first and third quarters.

Hawks left frustrated by Knicks as series heads back to MSG

Atlanta can’t find answer for New York’s physicality, aggressiveness on defense in Game 4.

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Retief Goosen holds the trophy for winning the Mitsubishi Electric Classic on April 26, 2026, at TPC Sugarloaf. (Courtesy of Kate Awtrey-King)

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GOLF

Retief Goosen changes putting grip, wins Mitsubishi Electric Classic

Retief Goosen reverted to a previous grip during his practice round. That adjustment helped him win the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at TPC Sugarloaf.

GOLF

Zach Johnson hangs onto lead at wild Mitsubishi Electric Classic

The former Masters and British Open champion holds a 3-point lead over two-time U.S. Open champ Retief Goosen.

Masters champion Zach Johnson grabs first-round Mitsubishi Electric lead

Zach Johnson, who won the 2007 Masters, leads the senior tour's Mitsubishi Electric Classic at TPC Sugarloaf after the first round.

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NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
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Hawks guard CJ McCollum (right) makes the go-ahead basket against Knicks guard Miles McBride in the final minute of Game 3 during the first round of the NBA playoffs at State Farm Arena on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Atlanta. The Hawks won 109-108. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Keylan Rutledge first-round contract will set Georgia Tech modern-era record

First-round pick Rutledge is expected to sign the richest modern-era rookie contract in Georgia Tech history after going 26th overall to Houston.

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BULLDOGS

As Georgia searches for next top QB prospect, Bryson Beaver becomes more valuable

Bryson Beaver's importance to Georgia football has grown as the Bulldogs miss out on their top class of 2027 quarterback targets. He showed flashes during the spring game.

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MLB

Why Ozzie Albies might be the key to unlocking the Braves’ potent offense

The Braves' ability to move switch-hitting second baseman Ozzie Albies up and down the batting order is leading to matchup problems for Atlanta's opposition.

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AJC VARSITY

Legendary Georgia player replaces legendary Georgia coach at Hebron

Buford, UGA great Christi Thomas takes over for Jan Azar as head coach at Hebron Christian.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

It’s early, but MLB-best Braves ‘better equipped’ to keep rolling to postseason

The Braves are already leaving Phillies, Mets behind in East.

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MLB

Braves continue to sail on with another series win

Left-hander Chris Sale picked up career win No. 150 and Matt Olson hit his eighth home run of the season in 6-2 victory over the Phillies.

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Hawks left frustrated by Knicks as series heads back to MSG

Atlanta can’t find answer for New York’s physicality, aggressiveness on defense in Game 4.

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MLB

Braves set rotation for Tigers series

Martín Pérez will get the ball for the Braves on Tuesday, followed by rookie JR Ritchie on Wednesday and Bryce Elder on Thursday against Detroit.

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GOLF

Retief Goosen changes putting grip, wins Mitsubishi Electric Classic

Retief Goosen reverted to a previous grip during his practice round. That adjustment helped him win the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at TPC Sugarloaf.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Knicks strike back against the Hawks: ‘They wanted it more’

New York ties series 2-2, regains home-court edge.