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Michael Harris II leaves Tuesday’s game

Michael Harris II left Tuesday’s game at Truist Park with what the Braves said was “lower back tightness.”

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Drake Baldwin returns from IL, hitting leadoff vs. Giants

The reigning National League Rookie of the Year has missed 24 games while recovering from a strained oblique muscle.

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NFL

What we learned from first day of Falcons mandatory minicamp

The quarterback race remains wide open, and James Pearce Jr. is at minicamp.

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Falcons welcome back James Pearce Jr.: ‘He understands what’s expected of him’

James Pearce Jr., who’s in a diversion program after an arrest from an altercation with his ex-girfriend, is with the team for mandatory minicamp, coach Stefanski confirmed.

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MLB

Braves starter Spencer Strider shut down for four weeks

With Atlanta Braves starter Spencer Strider shut down for four weeks because of an elbow injury, rookie JR Ritcher will start Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants.

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AJC Varsity

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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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AJC VARSITY

Public school leads GHSA in state championships for first time in 48 years

The last time a public school won the most titles of any GHSA school, with no ties, came in 1978, when Lakeside of DeKalb County won three of the 49 held.

TV, scores & more

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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

Michael Harris II leaves Tuesday’s game

Michael Harris II left Tuesday’s game at Truist Park with what the Braves said was “lower back tightness.”

1h ago

Drake Baldwin returns from IL, hitting leadoff vs. Giants

The reigning National League Rookie of the Year has missed 24 games while recovering from a strained oblique muscle.

2h ago

MLB

Braves starter Spencer Strider shut down for four weeks

With Atlanta Braves starter Spencer Strider shut down for four weeks because of an elbow injury, rookie JR Ritcher will start Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants.

Georgia Bulldogs

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BULLDOGS

3-star DL Antwan McKoy commits to Georgia football

McKoy now becomes the 17th commitment in the 2027 class for the Georgia Bulldogs.

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BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart: UGA baseball shares a key trait with his championship teams

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart drew comparisons to his title teams and Wes Johnson's Bulldogs baseball team. And he gave some advice.

BULLDOGS

A national title after a CWS loss is possible. Just ask Wes Johnson.

Wes Johnson was LSU pitching coach in 2023, when the Tigers lost their second game and had to come out of the loser’s bracket.

Atlanta Falcons

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NFL

What we learned from first day of Falcons mandatory minicamp

The quarterback race remains wide open, and James Pearce Jr. is at minicamp.

2h ago

Falcons welcome back James Pearce Jr.: ‘He understands what’s expected of him’

James Pearce Jr., who’s in a diversion program after an arrest from an altercation with his ex-girfriend, is with the team for mandatory minicamp, coach Stefanski confirmed.

NFL

James Pearce Jr. to attend Falcons’ mandatory minicamp

The Falcons' James Pearce Jr., who hasn’t attended any of the team’s offseason practices or meetings thus far, is expected participate in this week's mandatory minicamp.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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YELLOW JACKETS

Former Georgia Tech athletic director J Batt hired by Kentucky

J Batt, who was the athletic director at Georgia Tech from 2022-25 before spending one year at Michigan State, was hired to be Kentucky's next AD.

YELLOW JACKETS

Three games we’re excited to see on Georgia Tech’s 2026 football schedule

From exploiting Tennessee’s defense to the implications of beating Clemson, these matchups will be ones to see.

YELLOW JACKETS

Andrew Smart, Knox Kiffin and 4-star linemen: Latest in Georgia Tech recruiting

Brent Key extended scholarship offers to the sons of a rival coaches Kirby Smart and Lane Kiffin, and the Yellow Jackets added several offers to improve their defensive line.

Atlanta United FC

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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

WORLD CUP

What are the chances the U.S. men’s national team plays a World Cup match in Atlanta?

It's unlikely that the U.S. men's national team ends up playing a World Cup match in Atlanta, but there are a few ways it could happen.

Atlanta Hawks

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NBA

‘It’s crazy’: Atlanta native Caleb Wilson readies for NBA draft moment

The UNC forward, and a projected top-four pick, reflects on his journey and prepares for NBA draft night in New York.

OPINION

Knicks’ historic run changes nothing about how the Hawks lost to them

Losing the final 3 games of their first-round series against the Knicks by a combined 96 points drove home that Hawks need to get deeper, bigger, stronger and more physical.

KEN SUGIURA

Hawks’ extension of Quin Snyder keeps the team on an upward trajectory

The Hawks and coach Quin Snyder agreed to a multiyear contract extension after he guided the team to a 46-36 record and a No. 6 seed in the NBA playoffs.

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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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.

Titans top Marist to repeat as GHSA Class 4A girls soccer champs

Exactly one year after downing Marist in the state finals, the Blessed Trinity Titans did it again, edging Marist 1-0 in the 4A girls soccer state championship.

Photos: Georgia falls to Oklahoma in College World Series

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Georgia infielder Rylan Lujo rounds second during a College World Series game against Oklahoma on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Omaha, Neb. (Vera Nieuwenhuis/AP)

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BULLDOGS

What’s next for Georgia baseball after falling to Oklahoma Monday night?

Facing elimination, Georgia will now face Texas for the second time this College World Series on Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET.

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BULLDOGS

Everything Wes Johnson said following Georgia’s 4-3 loss to Oklahoma

Georgia's loss to Oklahoma moves the Bulldogs into the loser's bracket where they will play Texas in an elimination game Tuesday night.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Shocking World Cup draw with Spain ‘means everything’ for Cape Verde

According to Transfermarkt, the market value of Spain's players is about $600 million. For Cape Verde, it’s $18 million. Yet, on this day, Cape Verde played Spain to a draw.

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Cape Verde stuns Spain with a surprising 0-0 draw in World Cup debut

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Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide: Schedule, tickets, watch parties and what to know

Your Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide to match schedules, tickets, watch parties, MARTA and travel tips, restaurants, hotels and things to do around the city.

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KEN SUGIURA

Why a win for Georgia vs. Sooners would open door to national championship

And if the Bulldogs reach the finals, history would set them as favorites to win the whole thing.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: Braves may never see ‘old’ Spencer Strider again

There is a big gap between the Hawks and Knicks; addition to Angel Reese’s game is a minus.

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KEN SUGIURA

Remembering Betty Lindberg, Atlanta’s centenarian running queen

Betty Lindberg took up running at age 63 and eventually became a national- and world-record holder as a nonagenarian — and a beloved figure in Atlanta.

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YELLOW JACKETS

Three games we’re excited to see on Georgia Tech’s 2026 football schedule

From exploiting Tennessee’s defense to the implications of beating Clemson, these matchups will be ones to see.

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Local Cape Verdeans hope World Cup boosts island nation into vacation spot

Many Cape Verde supporters are hoping to promote tourism as the island nation debuts against Spain to open the World Cup in Atlanta on Monday.