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Refreshed Braves Open Second Half with Series Win Behind Drake Baldwin and Austin Riley

Drake Baldwin had a career-high five hits and Austin Riley drove in four runs as Atlanta took two of three from Texas.

  • On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the Atlanta Braves defeated the Texas Rangers 8-5 at Truist Park, clinching the three-game series with strong offensive performances from both Austin Riley and Drake Baldwin.
  • The victory secured Atlanta's 21st series win of the season, matching their 2025 total and maintaining the team's lead in the National League East following their return from the All-Star break.
  • Catcher Drake Baldwin tallied a career-high five hits, including two solo home runs, while third baseman Austin Riley belted two homers and drove in four runs to lead the offensive onslaught.
  • Manager Walt Weiss called Riley's performance "a great sight to see," while Baldwin said, "Coming back a little recharged, and it's nice to see them firing on all cylinders."
  • Atlanta continues its homestand on Monday, July 20, 2026, with RHP Bryce Elder starting the series opener against the Chicago White Sox as the team aims to build on weekend momentum.
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Refreshed Braves open second half with series win behind Drake Baldwin and Austin Riley

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
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