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Andruw Jones not elected to Hall of Fame, needs push in final two years on ballot

His gains suggest he could be inducted in either of the next two years, but he’ll need a bump in support.

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Former Braves closer Billy Wagner elected to Hall of Fame

Wagner, who played one season with the Braves, had 422 saves and a 2.31 ERA in a 16-year career.

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Oddsmakers put Georgia’s 2025 title chances behind Ohio State, Texas

It could be first time in three years that UGA’s odds aren’t first or second shortest.

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Hawks rookie Zaccharie Risacher could miss another week because of injury

The team announced that Risacher will be re-evaluated in approximately one week.

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January is only the start for busy 2025 in Atlanta sports world

Atlanta remains a focal point in sports. And it’s going to take center stage throughout 2025.

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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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Atlanta Hawks 2024-25 schedule

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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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Georgia Tech top 10 football players per decade

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Georgia Bulldogs top 10 football players per decade

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution chose UGA's best football players from the year 1940 to 2010.

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Daytona Beach wildlife: Where adventure awaits!
More than just sand and sun, Daytona Beach offers outdoor experiences for wildlife lovers wanting to get closer to...
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Jon Ritchie appointed as president of American Integrity Insurance
American Integrity Insurance Group, a leading Southeast property insurer, is proud to announce the promotion of Jon...
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Cancer center combines leading-edge treatment with supportive services
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is an emotional and confusing time.

Atlanta Braves

100625 Atlanta, Ga., -- Atlanta Braves reliever Jonny Venters delivers a pitch during his shutout inning pitched in the 8th inning to set up the save for teammate Billy Wagner, his 400th save, during their 3-1 win over the Detroit Tigers Friday night at Turner Field in Atlanta, Ga., June 25, 2010. Jason Getz, jgetz@ajc.com

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Former Braves closer Billy Wagner elected to Hall of Fame

Wagner, who played one season with the Braves, had 422 saves and a 2.31 ERA in a 16-year career.

Andruw Jones not elected to Hall of Fame, needs push in final two years on ballot

His gains suggest he could be inducted in either of the next two years, but he’ll need a bump in support.

Three takeaways on Braves' latest international signing class

The Braves have signed 19 international amateurs to this point. They can continue signing international players through Dec. 15.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia coach Mike White talks to his players during a timeout in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Tennessee, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

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Georgia basketball has crucial late-night SEC opportunity at struggling Arkansas

UGA finally faces its first unranked conference opponent six games into SEC play, ending a program-record five consecutive games against Top 25 teams.

Georgia finishes outside of top 5 in final AP rankings of 2024 football season

After second straight Big Ten national champ, SEC will try to regain superiority in 2025

Atlanta Falcons

Guard Chris Lindstrom (63) speaks to press at Atlanta Falcons training camp in Flowery Branch on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

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Falcons’ Chris Lindstrom named to PFWA’s All-NFC team for third consecutive season

This was Lindstrom’s third-consecutive All-NFC selection by the Pro Football Writers of America.

Falcons sign wide receiver to futures contract

Sills, has played in 16 NFL games and has made seven starts in his time with the Giants (2019-22) and Broncos (2023-24).

Five challenges facing new Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich

Here are five challenges facing new Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on the first day of his new job.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech guard Jaeden Mustaf, right, drives past Oklahoma forward Glenn Taylor Jr., left, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Kyle Phillips)

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Fledgling Georgia Tech hosts Virginia Tech on Wednesday

The Yellow Jackets desperately needs wins, and they have have two remaining games in January, both against teams with losing records.

Tonie Morgan has triple-double in Georgia Tech rout of Clemson

Everything to know about Notre Dame ahead of national championship

Atlanta United FC

A soccer ball is shown during Atlanta United preseason training at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground, Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, in Marietta, Ga. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Atlanta United manager Ronny Deila pleased with implementation of tactics

Deila and staff have spent seven sessions working the players on defending the middle of the pitch by staying close together, and on offense, creating overloads on the wings.

Photos: Atlanta United prepares for another season

Photos from Atlanta United's preseason training on Jan. 17, 2025.

Atlanta United’s goal for training camp so far: ‘Run’

Through Friday, the team has had four training sesssions.

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher dunks during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jayne-Kamin-Oncea)

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Hawks rookie Zaccharie Risacher could miss another week because of injury

The team announced that Risacher will be re-evaluated in approximately one week.

Hawks’ three-game win streak ends with loss to Knicks

The Hawks are leaning into adversity, not letting it split them apart

High Schools

Alpharetta hired West Georgia defensive coordinator Brian Landis as head football coach on Jan. 21, 2025.

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Alpharetta hires former Georgia State, West Georgia assistant as head football coach

Best 10 basketball games: No. 1 to face No. 1 at Grayson

She has the most state titles of any GHSA basketball coach, but no plans to slow down

The Gwinnett County coach has won 736 and 16 state championships.

State Report

The 2025 National Championship logo is shown on the field before the game between Ohio State and Notre Dame at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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January is only the start for busy 2025 in Atlanta sports world

Atlanta remains a focal point in sports. And it’s going to take center stage throughout 2025.

Photos: Ohio State wins College Football Playoff national championship

Photos from the College Football Playoff Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Jan. 20, 2025. Ohio State beat Notre Dame 34-23.

Photos: The scene at the College Football Playoff Championship game

Photos from the College Football Playoff Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Jan. 20, 2025. Ohio State beat Notre Dame 34-23.

Photos: Ohio State wins College Football Playoff national championship
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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and staff celebrate a 33-yard field goal by Ohio State place kicker Jayden Fielding (not pictured) during the fourth quarter against Notre Dame in the 2025 National Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Atlanta. Ohio State won 34-23. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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After second straight Big Ten national champ, SEC will try to regain superiority in 2025

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Notre Dame’s championship drought lives on after title game loss to Ohio State

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What you didn’t see at the CFP title game: Scenes from a championship

If you watched the national championship from home, here’s what you didn’t see.

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Buckeyes lose a lot of talent next season but can count on Jeremiah Smith again

Jeremiah Smith made all the key plays for Ohio State in its national championship.

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Hawks’ three-game win streak ends with loss to Knicks

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Georgia drops out of AP Top 25 despite strong showing against unanimous No. 1 Auburn

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Ohio State OL Luke Montgomery says Georgia is ‘getting a steal’ in QB brother Ryan Montgomery

“I’m just super proud to see him carve out his own legacy,” Luke Montgomery said of his brother.

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She has the most state titles of any GHSA basketball coach, but no plans to slow down

The Gwinnett County coach has won 736 and 16 state championships.

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Five challenges facing new Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich

Here are five challenges facing new Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on the first day of his new job.

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The Hawks are leaning into adversity, not letting it split them apart