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Braves Open Season with Dominant 6-0 Victory
29 Mar
Summary
- Chris Sale pitched six scoreless innings in his dominant opening night performance.
- Michael Harris II and Ozzie Albies hit home runs to lead the Braves' offense.
- New manager Walt Weiss secured a victory in his Braves debut on opening night.
The Atlanta Braves began their 2026 campaign with a commanding 6-0 shutout win against the Kansas City Royals. This victory served as a successful debut for the Braves' new manager, Walt Weiss. The pitching was anchored by Chris Sale, who delivered an exceptional performance, completing six scoreless innings and striking out six batters. The offensive charge was led by timely hitting, including a solo home run from Ozzie Albies in the first inning and a two-run shot by Michael Harris II in the fourth. Drake Baldwin also contributed with a home run, and Mauricio Dubon added a two-run double.
Cole Ragans, the Royals' starting pitcher, was credited with the loss after allowing four runs in four innings. He recorded five strikeouts but also issued four walks. The Royals' offense struggled, managing only five singles throughout the game, with Bobby Witt Jr. accounting for two of them. Looking ahead to Saturday night's game, the Braves are scheduled to start right-hander Reynaldo Lopez. Lopez had a limited season last year, making only one start before undergoing shoulder surgery.
