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Braves’ early-season spiral reaches peak with a day that was full of punches

No Braves team that has started 0-5 or worse has made the postseason. These Braves are the eighth group in franchise history since 1900 to begin the season 0-5 or worse.

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Falcons still searching for solutions to Kirk Cousins situation

The Falcons demoted Cousins after giving him a $180 million deal. He wants out, but his contract is deemed untradeable and the team has been reluctant to release him.

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Freshmen quarterbacks waiting in the wings behind Georgia Tech’s Haynes King

Aaron Philo and Graham Knowles are Tech’s No. 2 and No. 3 quarterbacks, respectively, this spring behind incumbent starter Haynes King.

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Braves’ Jurickson Profar suspended 80 games after testing positive for performance-enhancing substance

The suspension would seem an unsettling turn for a team that prides itself on its professionalism and also is trying to break a four-game losing streak to start the season.

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Cunningham: It turns out Jurickson Profar may have swindled the Braves

Michael Cunningham: They paid for his power, but positive PED test suggests it was chemically enhanced.

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The Masters
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What if Scottie Scheffler doesn’t win? Here are five long shots for the Masters

The top-ranked players don’t always win at Augusta; Danny Willet shocked the world with his victory in 2016, and Trevor Immelman did the same in 2008.

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10 things every first-time Masters visitor must do

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The Dogs have it: UGA keeps pumping out pros for Masters field

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Scarred Augusta still digging out from Helene as Masters tees up

Six months after deadly Hurricane Helene hammered Georgia, Augusta residents are still recovering as the city's famed Masters golf tournament looms.

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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 Masters AJC

Majors season is still over two weeks away, but betting odds for The Masters are live now.

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NCAA men’s tournament bracket

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NCAA women’s tournament bracket

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High school news, notes and more

The latest news, notes and more from high school sports action in the state of Georgia.

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Dive into the unique festivals of Daytona Beach this spring
Get ready for a unique experience that will leave you exhilarated and wanting more.
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Springing into fun: Alpine Helen awaits your family
Alpine Helen is your destination for outdoor activities to get the blood pumping.

Atlanta Braves

Braves pitcher Chris Sale during his opening day start in San Diego.

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Braves Report: Profar, no good

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Braves’ early-season spiral reaches peak with a day that was full of punches

No Braves team that has started 0-5 or worse has made the postseason. These Braves are the eighth group in franchise history since 1900 to begin the season 0-5 or worse.

2h ago

Austin Riley, Matt Olson react to Jurickson Profar’s suspension

The Braves’ top offseason acquisition is now out of the picture for months and ineligible for the postseason.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia football-outside linebacker-transfer portal

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A look at Georgia’s linebackers this spring, while eyes are on a transfer option

Georgia baseball walk-off homer sweeps No. 11 Auburn

Nate Frazier offers Georgia a lot, but Bulldogs need more from run game

If the Bulldogs are to compete for a national championship, that means a 16- or possibly 17-game season. That’s a lot to put on one back, even one as good as Frazier.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris observes the quarterbacks Kirk Cousins, left, and John Paddock (16) during minicamp at the Atlanta Falcons Training Camp, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Falcons still searching for solutions to Kirk Cousins situation

The Falcons demoted Cousins after giving him a $180 million deal. He wants out, but his contract is deemed untradeable and the team has been reluctant to release him.

33m ago

What the Falcons can learn from top AFC pass-rush teams

For most of the past decade, the Falcons have been near or at the bottom of the NFL annually in rushing the passer. Constructing a pass rush is a major offseason project.

Pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson remains on trading block. Could he help the Falcons?

Hendrickson requested a trade last season, and the Bengals have given him permission to seek a trade this offseason.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech quarterback Aaron Philo (12) attempts a pass during their first spring football practice at Georgia Tech, Tuesday, March, 4, 2025, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Freshmen quarterbacks waiting in the wings behind Georgia Tech’s Haynes King

Aaron Philo and Graham Knowles are Tech’s No. 2 and No. 3 quarterbacks, respectively, this spring behind incumbent starter Haynes King.

23m ago

Georgia Tech baseball drops series to Clemson

Georgia Tech women’s basketball coach Nell Fortner to retire effective immediately

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United forward Emmanuel Latte Lath #19 dirbbles during the match against the New York City FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA on Saturday March 29, 2025. (Photo by Matthew Grimes/Atlanta United)

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Atlanta United may have found a more productive lineup

Atlanta United 4, NYCFC 3: Inside the numbers

Atlanta United rallies from two goals down to defeat NYCFC

Atlanta Hawks

College Park Skyhawks assistant coach Kari Korver standing beside coach Steve Klei (to her right) and along with other members of the staff before a game. (Photo courtesy of College Park Skyhawks)

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Skyhawks assistant Kari Korver helping to build the Hawks developmental system

Hawks guard Trae Young to become assistant GM of Oklahoma men’s basketball

He also announced that he would donate $1 million to the program.

Hawks fall to Heat despite historic night from Trae Young

Atlanta star became youngest player in NBA history with 12,000 points and 4,500 assists. More observations from Thursday's game:

High Schools

Athena Yoo of Lambert High School, shown at the 2023 Georgia Women's Amateur. (Photo by Kate Awtrey-King)

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Lambert girls golf team working to continue unprecedented GHSA title run

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Holy Innocents’ players to represent Georgia in McDonald’s All-American games

GHSA responds to Bruce Pearl’s ‘shame on them’ comment

State Report

Sepp Straka hits second shot on first hole at the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Augusta, Ga. Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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What if Scottie Scheffler doesn’t win? Here are five long shots for the Masters

The top-ranked players don’t always win at Augusta; Danny Willet shocked the world with his victory in 2016, and Trevor Immelman did the same in 2008.

How social media boosts ‘a-peel’ for Savannah Bananas

The Bananas first went viral on Facebook in 2016 with “Can’t Stop the Peeling,” a rendition of Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling.”

Photos: Savannah Bananas bring their show to Truist Park

The Savannah Bananas brought their traveling baseball entertainment show to Truist Park on March 29, 2025.

Photos: Savannah Bananas bring their show to Truist Park
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Fans light the ball park with cell phone flashlights during a Savannah Bananas baseball game Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Truist Park. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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What if Scottie Scheffler doesn’t win? Here are five long shots for the Masters

The top-ranked players don’t always win at Augusta; Danny Willet shocked the world with his victory in 2016, and Trevor Immelman did the same in 2008.

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GHSA responds to Bruce Pearl’s ‘shame on them’ comment

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Pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson remains on trading block. Could he help the Falcons?

Hendrickson requested a trade last season, and the Bengals have given him permission to seek a trade this offseason.

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A look at Georgia’s linebackers this spring, while eyes are on a transfer option

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Georgia Tech’s Brent Key displeased with inconsistencies in spring scrimmage

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What the Falcons can learn from top AFC pass-rush teams

For most of the past decade, the Falcons have been near or at the bottom of the NFL annually in rushing the passer. Constructing a pass rush is a major offseason project.

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Here are the numbers that define Braves’ four-game sweep at hands of Padres to open 2025 season

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Report: Georgia Tech running back plans to transfer

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Holy Innocents’ players to represent Georgia in McDonald’s All-American games