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AJ Smith-Shawver’s strong start, lineup’s outburst power Braves to 8-2 victory

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Keeping Kirk Cousins was a choice, and Falcons have made the right one

The Falcons were right to keep Kirk Cousins, Ken Sugiura says.

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Hours after returning to majors, pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver gets the start vs. Rockies

Recalled by the Braves on Tuesday, pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver won’t wait long to head to the mound.

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher finishes runner-up in NBA Rookie of the Year voting

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Jalon Walker, Malaki Starks leaders among NFL prospects drafted into good situations

The 2025 NFL draft is in the books. Here are several players we’ve noted who landed in ideal situations.

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Jalon Walker, Malaki Starks leaders among NFL prospects drafted into good situations

The 2025 NFL draft is in the books. Here are several players we’ve noted who landed in ideal situations.

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5 key moments in this year’s NFL draft

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How do you grade the Falcons’ NFL draft performance?

If you think Atlanta deserves better than what ESPN or our beat reporter scored them, let us know.

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NFC South draft recap: Falcons to face Tetairoa McMillan, Emeka Egbuka

Buccaneers, Panthers and Saints get high marks for their NFL draft picks.

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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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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver (32) delivers a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/Geneva Heffernan)

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AJ Smith-Shawver’s strong start, lineup’s outburst power Braves to 8-2 victory

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Hours after returning to majors, pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver gets the start vs. Rockies

Recalled by the Braves on Tuesday, pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver won’t wait long to head to the mound.

Rosario, Anderson rejoin Braves

The Braves welcomed back two familiar faces heading into their road series against the Colorado Rockies.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart walks onto the field before their game against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Georgia football leads SEC in 2025 NFL Draft picks with 13 players drafted

Lions selected ex-Georgia Bulldog Dominic Lovett in NFL draft

Lions select ex-Georgia Bulldog Dan Jackson in NFL draft

The safety was a walk-on for all six seasons at Georgia.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) looks to pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Dec. 1, 2024, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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OPINION

Keeping Kirk Cousins was a choice, and Falcons have made the right one

The Falcons were right to keep Kirk Cousins, Ken Sugiura says.

Jalon Walker, Malaki Starks leaders among NFL prospects drafted into good situations

The 2025 NFL draft is in the books. Here are several players we’ve noted who landed in ideal situations.

Falcons sign 11 undrafted rookie free agents in the ‘eighth round’

Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot considers the signing of undrafted free agents the “eighth round” of the NFL draft.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech head coach Damon Stoudamire reacts during the first half of an NCAA basketball game between Georgia Tech and Clemson Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 at McCamish Pavilion. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Georgia Tech receives commitment from German shooting guard

Davi Remagen reportedly has given Tech a commitment to play for the Yellow Jackets for the 2025-26 season

Walk-off homer in extra innings breaks Georgia Tech’s seven-game skid

Kent Schmidt’s heroics gave the Yellow Jackets their first win in two weeks.

Two ex-Georgia Tech players in NFL draft, others sign as free agents

For the first time since 2021, Georgia Tech saw multiple former players selected during the NFL draft.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United defender Brooks Lennon scores a goal during the match against the CF Montreal at Stade Saputo in Montreal on Tuesday Oct. 22, 2024. (Courtesty of Mitch Martin/Atlanta United)

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Atlanta United’s Brooks Lennon more concerned about games than new contract

Lennon said the team had a long meeting after Saturday’s 3-0 loss at Orlando and another before Tuesday’s session.

Atlanta United coach Ronny Deila: Way out is safety, trust and fun

The United coach said he thinks the team has hit the bottom and took responsibility for it after Saturday’s 3-0 loss at Orlando.

Atlanta United shut out for third consecutive match

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) reacts after he made a basket and was fouled during the first quarter against the Miami Heat in a NBA play-in tournament basketball game at State Farm Arena, Friday, April 18, 2025, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher finishes runner-up in NBA Rookie of the Year voting

A look at the Hawks roster: Who stays and who doesn’t?

Though the Atlanta Hawks finished the regular season with 40 wins, they experienced major slides because of their lack of depth and size in the frontcourt.

Do you remember? Moments that jumped out from the Hawks’ 2024-25 season

The Hawks shocked the league with an NBA Cup semifinals run, handed the Eastern Conference-leading Cavaliers their first loss at home and crushed a few records along the way.

High Schools

Langston Hughes wide receiver Maurice Gleaton (15) reacts after a long touchdown reception during the first half against Milton in the GHSA Class 5A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Dec. 17, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Hughes senior Maurice Gleaton is fastest high school runner in Georgia history

Hughes senior and track star Maurice Gleaton is breaking records all over Georgia.

Appling County hires big-name coach in wake of forfeits

Appling County has hired Tucker Pruitt — whose 60 victories this decade are tied for most among South Georgia football coaches.

GHSA girls lacrosse tournament first-round scores, second-round matchups

State Report

Jerry Kelly won the Mitsubishi Electric Classic, March 27, 2025, at TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth. Kelly set a tournament record at 20 under par.

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Kelly sets scoring record in winning Mitsubishi Electric Classic

Els, Kelly share lead entering final round at Mitsubishi Electric Classic

A caddie and two turtles made my once-in-a-lifetime round at Augusta National

AJC columnist Ken Sugiura reflects on his day playing on Masters turf

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Atlanta Falcons first round draft picks Jalon Walker, from Georgia, left, and James Pearce Jr., from Tennessee, hold Falcons jerseys during their press conference with their first draft picks from the 2025 NFL draft at the Atlanta Falcons Training Facility, Friday, April 25, 2025, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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How do you grade the Falcons’ NFL draft performance?

If you think Atlanta deserves better than what ESPN or our beat reporter scored them, let us know.

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Georgia Tech receives commitment from German shooting guard

Davi Remagen reportedly has given Tech a commitment to play for the Yellow Jackets for the 2025-26 season

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NFC South draft recap: Falcons to face Tetairoa McMillan, Emeka Egbuka

Buccaneers, Panthers and Saints get high marks for their NFL draft picks.

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Not their fault this time, but Falcons can’t escape embarrassment

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NFL investigates prank call to Shedeur Sanders from number leak off Falcons’ iPad

Shedeur Sanders said he got a prank call from someone claiming to be Saints GM Mickey Loomis during the NFL draft. The NFL is looking into it.

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Braves leave Phoenix with a series win and momentum in young season

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Kelly sets scoring record in winning Mitsubishi Electric Classic

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Ian Anderson back with Braves after they claim him off waivers

Just about a month after the Braves traded Ian Anderson to the Angels, he is back with the Atlanta team.

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Resilient Braves make history in win over Diamondbacks

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23 former Georgia HS players go in NFL draft, 3rd most nationally