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Atlanta Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. reacts to hitting a solo home run for a 5-0 lead over the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2019, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP) **FILE**

Ronald Acuna Jr., Braves agree to 8-year, $100M contract

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Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper, left, hits a homerun off Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Shane Carle during the seventh inning of a baseball game, Sunday, March 31, 2019, in Philadelphia. At right is catcher Brian McCann. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Bryce Harper homers again to lead Phillies sweep of Braves

By Dan Gelston - Associated Press

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper celebrates after hitting a home run off Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Jesse Biddle during the seventh inning of a baseball game, Saturday, March 30, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Bryce Harper homers, hears “MVP!” chants as Phillies beat Braves

By Aaron Bracy - Associated Press

Philadelphia Phillies' Andrew McCutchen, left, and Bryce Harper celebrate after McCutchen's home run off Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Julio Teheran during the first inning of an opening day baseball game, Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Harper a hit without connecting as Phils win debut

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Cincinnati Reds' Tanner Roark pitches during the first inning of an exhibition baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Monday, March 25, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)

Roark roughed up in final spring tuneup for Reds

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Friday, March 15, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Braves' Sean Newcomb pitches against the Miami Marlins in the second inning of a spring baseball exhibition game in Kissimmee, Fla. Newcomb appears to be one of the few certainties in the Braves' unsettled rotation. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)

Braves may have 3 open spots in pitching rotation

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

Atlanta Braves' Jonathan Morales, left, congratulates teammate Ronald Acuna Jr., right, on his sixth inning home run against the Houston Astros in a spring baseball exhibition game, Monday, March 4, 2019, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

NL Rookie of Year Acuna looking forward to 1st opening day

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

FILE - This is an Oct. 8, 2018, file photo showing Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Foltynewicz during the first inning in Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, in Atlanta. The Braves say pitcher Mike Foltynewicz will not be ready for opening day. The right-hander hasn't been able to pitch during spring training because of discomfort in his elbow caused by bone spurs. While not believed to be a serious issue, Foltynewicz was forced to push back his throwing schedule this spring.(AP Photo/John Bazemore, FIle)

Braves: Foltynewicz will not be ready for opening day

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Atlanta Braves' Adam Duvall hits a home run in the sixth inning of a spring baseball exhibition game against the Miami Marlins, Sunday, March 3, 2019, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Atlanta’s Duvall trying to rebound from dip in power

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 photo, Atlanta Braves pitcher Touki Toussaint gets in some early morning work during spring training baseball practice in Kissimmee, Fla. There's some uncertainty to the competition for the Atlanta Braves’ fifth starter. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP, File)

Braves pitching staff springing leaks early in camp

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

Atlanta Braves players, from left, Ronald Acuna Jr., Josh Donaldson and Freddie Freeman use empty baseball buckets to sit on while waiting their turn to bat at spring training in Kissimmee, Fla., Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

If Acuna dropped down, Inciarte or Albies could lead off

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

Atlanta Braves newly acquired third baseman Josh Donaldson takes some batting practice during spring training baseball practice, Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, in Kissimmee, Fla. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

At 33, Braves’ Donaldson trying to prove he can stay healthy

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr., left, and first baseman Freddie Freeman share a laugh while taking the field at spring training baseball, Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, in Kissimmee, Fla. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)/

Braves open spring training as confident NL East champions

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 5, 2016, file photo, Tommy Giordano, right, special assistant to the general manager of the Atlanta Braves, scouts a spring training baseball game between the Braves and the Pittsburgh Pirates in Kissimmee, Fla. Giordano spent nearly all of his marvelously full life as a baseball man. He’s going out like he lived for more than 93 years _ surrounded by family and friends, accompanied by overwhelming love and stories that will endure long after he’s gone. (AP Photo/Paul Newberry, File)

Longtime baseball scout Tommy Giordano dies at 93

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

File-This Sept. 14, 2018, file photo shows Atlanta Braves left fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) hitting a ball for a triple in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Atlanta. Acuna, helped the Atlanta Braves accelerate their rebuilding schedule in 2018, when they were the surprise winners of the NL East. The next challenge will be for the Braves, preparing for their last spring training at their Disney complex in Kissimmee, Florida, to defend that division title and move closer to their first World Series since 1999. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Acuna, Braves enter spring looking to repeat 2018 success

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

File-This Sept. 21, 2018, file photo shows Atlanta Braves right fielder Nick Markakis (22) batting against the Philadelphia Phillies during a baseball game in Atlanta. The Braves have agreed to one-year contract to bring back Markakis, a deal worth a guaranteed $6 million. Markakis’ deal, announced Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019, includes a $4 million salary this year and $6 million club option for 2020 with a $2 million buyout. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Nick Markakis stays with Braves for $6 million deal

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Dick Cecil, vice president and chief architect of the Atlanta Chiefs soccer club, holds a ball signed by the 1968 championship team at his home in Atlanta, Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018. Cecil still has the championship trophy, tucked away somewhere in his home, a cherished prize that has been reduced to bits and pieces by the ravages of time. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Column: Remember Chiefs as Atlanta United goes for MLS title

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Jonny Venters, Braves agree to $2.25 million contract

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Dodgers acquire reliever Adam McCreery from Braves for cash

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Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred speaks at the baseball owners meeting in Atlanta, Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. (AP Photo/Paul newberry)

Baseball owners extend Manfred’s contract, TV deal with Fox

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press