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Metro Atlanta native Jordan Walker tops Kyle Schwarber to win Home Run Derby

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Braves’ five All-Stars are soaking in the experience

The Atlanta Braves' five representatives at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game — Raisel Iglesias, Drake Baldwin, Chris Sale, Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson — discuss the experience.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: Braves covet Sonny Gray, but will surging Red Sox sell?

The Braves are reportedly hoping to pursue Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray, but Boston's recent surge could keep them from trading away the 36-year-old starting pitcher.

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Looking for a World Cup ticket for the semifinal in Atlanta? It’s not cheap.

Wednesday’s Argentina-England World Cup semifinal at Atlanta Stadium will run you over $3K for a ticket, and for that don't expect to see Lionel Messi and Harry Kane up close.

July 12, 2026

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World Cup semifinals: Four past champions, a bitter rivalry, Messi vs. Kane

July 12, 2026

AJC Varsity

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AJC VARSITY

This football hotbed leads Georgia’s 159 counties in prospects per capita

One little South Georgia county is No. 1 in an all-classification category — the most major college prospects this century per capita.

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AJC VARSITY

Marist, Buford finish as top teams in inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings

The AJC Varsity all-sports rankings are modeled after similar competitions used by college divisions and other high school associations but with a twist.

AJC VARSITY

Clarke Central’s David Perno, former UGA baseball coach, reveals cancer diagnosis

Perno led the Bulldogs to three College World Series, including the program’s most recent in 2008.

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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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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

Make your voice heard in the AJC’s poll.

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Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

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.

Atlanta Sports

Metro Atlanta native Jordan Walker tops Kyle Schwarber to win Home Run Derby

1h ago

MLB

Braves’ five All-Stars are soaking in the experience

The Atlanta Braves' five representatives at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game — Raisel Iglesias, Drake Baldwin, Chris Sale, Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson — discuss the experience.

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: Braves covet Sonny Gray, but will surging Red Sox sell?

The Braves are reportedly hoping to pursue Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray, but Boston's recent surge could keep them from trading away the 36-year-old starting pitcher.

Georgia Bulldogs

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BULLDOGS

Georgia lands Texas pitcher Jason Flores out of transfer portal

The Bulldogs added their 14th transfer portal pickup on Monday.

BULLDOGS

Former Georgia coach Tubby Smith named to college basketball Hall of Fame

BULLDOGS

Why Brock Bowers could star for the Las Vegas Raiders in ‘Joker’ role

Former Georgia football star Brock Bowers shared his thoughts on the upcoming NFL season while new Las Vegas quarterback and head coach hype up his abilities.

Atlanta Falcons

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NFL

Why Falcons were ‘no-brainer’ for Brian Robinson Jr. after tough career twist

Bijan Robinson’s new backfield complement with the Falcons offers a similar skill set to that of Tyler Allgeier, who left for the Cardinals in free agency.

NFL

He left Ole Miss for the Falcons, and now he’s challenging Jeff Ulbrich

Atlanta Falcons assistant Patrick Toney, who is the team's defensive passing game coordinator, briefly took a job at Ole Miss before another NFL opportunity arose.

NFL

4 Falcons, including Matt Ryan, to be honored for impact off the field

The Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA) will celebrate off-the-field efforts by Matt Ryan, Ovie Mughelli, Brian Jordan and Pedro Salgado at a banquet in Atlanta.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s Vahn Lackey, Drew Burress go in first 10 picks in MLB draft

Georgia Tech had two players taken in the first round of the MLB draft for the first time in program history on Saturday.

YELLOW JACKETS

Kent Schmidt forgoes MLB draft, will return to Georgia Tech for senior year

Georgia Tech baseball will lose a lot of talent after Saturday's MLB draft, but first baseman Kent Schmidt has decided to opt out of the draft and stay in Atlanta next year.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech athletics’ $175 million in revenue for 2026 fiscal year a record

Georgia Tech's athletics program announced a 12% year-over-year improvement in revenue for the fiscal year that ended June 30. The Yellow Jackets brought in $175 million.

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SOCCER

Mauricio Culebro introduced as Atlanta United, NWSL team’s president of soccer

Mauricio Culebro was introduced as president of Atlanta United and the city's future National Women’s Soccer League team Monday. Here's what we learned.

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Immigrant communities balance the risk of potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids with opportunities to celebrate soccer at the highest level during the World Cup.

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

Atlanta Hawks

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NBA

Kobe Johnson creates noise as Summer League Hawks down Celtics

The Hawks now have three Summer League wins in as many games, with their next contest against the Grizzlies on Thursday.

NBA

Hawks encouraging rookies, Summer League roster to ‘shoot that shot’

Hawks center Zuby Ejiofor, a rookie first-round pick, is shooting 35% on more than eight attempts per game.

NBA

Hawks keep adjusting, snatch win from Nets in Las Vegas

The Hawks' Kobe Johnson continued his case to earn a two-way spot, and Kingston Flemings played aggressively but made five turnovers.

High Schools

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PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

Loganville takes first game, but rain plays havoc with Class 5A schedule. Senior Jake Boland pitches a complete game, withstanding over an hour delay in the sixth inning.

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

The Milton girls lacrosse team will be trying for its 19th state championship this month.

State Report

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PGA

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

The PGA Tour announced its season-ending playoffs, starting in 2028, will have a different structure, feature some form of match play and will rotate sites.

GOLF

Rogers runs away with eight-shot win at 105th Georgia Amateur

GOLF

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

Time to apply for coveted 2027 Masters Tournament tickets at Augusta National runs for three weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

PHOTOS: High school students go bass fishing for championship

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Contestants arrive early in the morning at Lake Sinclair for the Georgia High School Association’s 2026 Bass Fishing State Championship at Dennis Station boat ramp on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Eatonton. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Why Brock Bowers could star for the Las Vegas Raiders in ‘Joker’ role

Former Georgia football star Brock Bowers shared his thoughts on the upcoming NFL season while new Las Vegas quarterback and head coach hype up his abilities.

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MLB

Rally in 9th sends Braves to All-Star break on a high note

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BULLDOGS

Georgia sets program record to conclude 2026 MLB draft

Three Georgia Bulldogs baseball players were selected in the first round, with 10 going in the second.

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KEN SUGIURA

In a rocky rehab outing, Braves’ AJ Smith-Shawver shows he needs more time

The Atlanta starting pitcher started for the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers as he works to come back from Tommy John surgery.

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AJC VARSITY

Georgia produced five first-round MLB draft picks. Here’s where they’re headed.

Five of the 37 first-round picks in Saturday's MLB draft were attended high school in Georgia.

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NBA

Hawks encouraging rookies, Summer League roster to ‘shoot that shot’

Hawks center Zuby Ejiofor, a rookie first-round pick, is shooting 35% on more than eight attempts per game.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Without Angel Reese, struggling Dream can’t stop Fire

With Angel Reese missing her first game of the season with an ankle injury, the Atlanta Dream fell to expansion Portland Fire for their sixth loss in their last seven games.

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NBA

Hawks keep adjusting, snatch win from Nets in Las Vegas

The Hawks' Kobe Johnson continued his case to earn a two-way spot, and Kingston Flemings played aggressively but made five turnovers.

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MLB

Nootbaar, Liberatore spark Cardinals to 4-1 win over the Braves

Lars Nootbaar hit a three-run home run and scored a run, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves.

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MLB

Braves select Virginia outfielder Gracia with No. 9 overall pick

The No. 19 overall prospect, according to MLB.com, began his college career at Duke after graduating from Ranney School in New Jersey.

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Metro Atlanta native Jordan Walker tops Kyle Schwarber to win Home Run Derby

Braves’ five All-Stars are soaking in the experience

Weekend Reflections: Braves covet Sonny Gray, but will surging Red Sox sell?

Looking for a World Cup ticket for the semifinal in Atlanta? It’s not cheap.

World Cup semifinals: Four past champions, a bitter rivalry, Messi vs. Kane

This football hotbed leads Georgia’s 159 counties in prospects per capita

Marist, Buford finish as top teams in inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings

Clarke Central’s David Perno, former UGA baseball coach, reveals cancer diagnosis

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

Metro Atlanta native Jordan Walker tops Kyle Schwarber to win Home Run Derby

Braves’ five All-Stars are soaking in the experience

Weekend Reflections: Braves covet Sonny Gray, but will surging Red Sox sell?

Georgia lands Texas pitcher Jason Flores out of transfer portal

Former Georgia coach Tubby Smith named to college basketball Hall of Fame

Why Brock Bowers could star for the Las Vegas Raiders in ‘Joker’ role

Why Falcons were ‘no-brainer’ for Brian Robinson Jr. after tough career twist

He left Ole Miss for the Falcons, and now he’s challenging Jeff Ulbrich

4 Falcons, including Matt Ryan, to be honored for impact off the field

Georgia Tech’s Vahn Lackey, Drew Burress go in first 10 picks in MLB draft

Kent Schmidt forgoes MLB draft, will return to Georgia Tech for senior year

Georgia Tech athletics’ $175 million in revenue for 2026 fiscal year a record

Mauricio Culebro introduced as Atlanta United, NWSL team’s president of soccer

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

Kobe Johnson creates noise as Summer League Hawks down Celtics

Hawks encouraging rookies, Summer League roster to ‘shoot that shot’

Hawks keep adjusting, snatch win from Nets in Las Vegas

PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

Rogers runs away with eight-shot win at 105th Georgia Amateur

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

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Why Brock Bowers could star for the Las Vegas Raiders in ‘Joker’ role

Rally in 9th sends Braves to All-Star break on a high note

Georgia sets program record to conclude 2026 MLB draft

In a rocky rehab outing, Braves’ AJ Smith-Shawver shows he needs more time

Georgia produced five first-round MLB draft picks. Here’s where they’re headed.

Hawks encouraging rookies, Summer League roster to ‘shoot that shot’

Without Angel Reese, struggling Dream can’t stop Fire

Hawks keep adjusting, snatch win from Nets in Las Vegas

Nootbaar, Liberatore spark Cardinals to 4-1 win over the Braves

Braves select Virginia outfielder Gracia with No. 9 overall pick