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    What's there not to smile about for Braves pitcher Mike Soroka, as he makes himself at home in the Braves dugout at SunTrust this week? (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)
    Further Review Blog
    With Soroka lost for season, is Braves season likewise lost?
    Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker and a trainer help pitcher Mike Soroka off the field with an apparent injury, during the third inning of the team's baseball game against the New York Mets, Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
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    Mike Soroka out for season with torn Achilles
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    Photos: Falcons work out together for first time
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    Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka (40) waits for assistance from the training staff after being injured in the third inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, in Atlanta. Soroaka was helped to the dugout and replaced. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
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    Soroka suffers season-ending injury in Braves’ loss to Mets
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    Georgia anxiously awaits release of SEC’s new schedule
    This aerial image shows the Washington NFL football teams training facility which includes large tents and a domed facility Thursday July 30, 2020, in Ashburn, Va. NFL football training camps will look different this year than it has in years past. Coronavirus health precautions has caused a lot of changes to NFL protocol ahead of the 2020 season. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
    Atlanta Falcons
    10 players activated from NFL’s reserve/COVID-19 list, 8 opt-out
    Georgia Tech guard Jose Alvarado (left) and forward James Banks look to rebound against Notre Dame on Wednesday, January 15, 2020, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton ccompton@ajc.com
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    James Banks shares details about decision to sign in Israel
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    High School Sports Blog
    Updated: GHSA to discuss health commissioner’s concerns
    Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) dives for a ball hit for a single by New York Mets' Brandon Nimmo in the eighth inning of a baseball game Friday, July 31, 2020, in Atlanta. The Braves won 11-10. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
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    Braves will be cautious with Ozzie Albies’ sore wrist
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    LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase catches a touchdown pass in front of Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell during the first half of the national championship game Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, in New Orleans.
    Mark Bradley Blog
    If the NCAA shutters fall sports, might the Power 5 play anyway?
    FILE - In this Thursday, July 16, 2020, file photo, a worker sprays the dugout rail to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, before the Miami Marlins' baseball practice at Marlins Park in Miami. The Marlins, one of the most under-the-radar teams in sports, have making news lately, all of it bad. Overtaken by a coronavirus outbreak, the team must scramble for roster replacements as they try salvage a season barely underway. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
    Mike Check Blog
    NBA thrives in ‘bubble’ as COVID-19 strikes MLB
    What's there not to smile about for Braves pitcher Mike Soroka, as he makes himself at home in the Braves dugout at SunTrust this week? (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)
    Further Review Blog
    With Soroka lost for season, is Braves season likewise lost?
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    What's there not to smile about for Braves pitcher Mike Soroka, as he makes himself at home in the Braves dugout at SunTrust this week? (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)
    Further Review Blog
    With Soroka lost for season, is Braves season likewise lost?
    Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka (40) waits for assistance from the training staff after being injured in the third inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, in Atlanta. Soroaka was helped to the dugout and replaced. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
    Atlanta Braves
    Soroka suffers season-ending injury in Braves’ loss to Mets
    Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker and a trainer help pitcher Mike Soroka off the field with an apparent injury, during the third inning of the team's baseball game against the New York Mets, Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
    Atlanta Braves
    Mike Soroka out for season with torn Achilles
    Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) dives for a ball hit for a single by New York Mets' Brandon Nimmo in the eighth inning of a baseball game Friday, July 31, 2020, in Atlanta. The Braves won 11-10. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
    Atlanta Braves
    Braves will be cautious with Ozzie Albies’ sore wrist
    1995 Braves
    The Braves' Mark Lemke (right) celebrates with teammates upon receiving his 1995 World Series championship ring in April 1996. From left, Marquis Grissom, Chipper Jones, David Justice and Ryan Klesko.
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    ’95 Braves: World Series ring capped Mark Lemke’s improbable journey
    Braves reliever Mark Wohlers prepares to deliver a pitch during the 1995 National League Championship Series. (AJC file photo)
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    1995 Braves: Mark Wohlers played prominent role in team’s success
    Former Braves pitcher Greg McMichael saved 19 games as a rookie in 1993 and then had 21 saves the following season. He helped the Braves win the 1995 World Series.AJC staff photo/Jonathan Newton
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    1995 Braves: How Greg McMichael found his pitch and earned his ring
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    1995 Braves: No Game 7 for Smoltz, but one heck of a dogpile
    Georgia Bulldogs
    LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase catches a touchdown pass in front of Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell during the first half of the national championship game Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, in New Orleans.
    Mark Bradley Blog
    If the NCAA shutters fall sports, might the Power 5 play anyway?
    Falcons QB Matt Ryan, Lions QB Matthew Stafford meet on field following 2017 game in Detroit. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)
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    Matthew Stafford on COVID-19 list
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    SEC move means college football likely happening
    Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and Georgia Tech head coach Geoff Collins shake hands during an NCAA college football game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 30, 2019. Georgia won 52-7 over the Georgia Tech. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)
    Mark Bradley Blog
    Will COVID-wrought changes become football fixtures?
    Atlanta Falcons
    This aerial image shows the Washington NFL football teams training facility which includes large tents and a domed facility Thursday July 30, 2020, in Ashburn, Va. NFL football training camps will look different this year than it has in years past. Coronavirus health precautions has caused a lot of changes to NFL protocol ahead of the 2020 season. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
    Atlanta Falcons
    10 players activated from NFL’s reserve/COVID-19 list, 8 opt-out
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    Atlanta Falcons
    Falcons’ Todd Gurley fine with the NFL’s player-safety protocols
    Atlanta Falcons
    Photos: Falcons work out together for first time
    Offensive guard Chris Lindstrom (63) is entering his second season with the Atlanta Falcons. He missed much of his rookie campaign with a foot injury.
    Atlanta Falcons
    Falcons’ Chris Lindstrom treated July as personal OTAs
    Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
    Georgia Tech guard Jose Alvarado (left) and forward James Banks look to rebound against Notre Dame on Wednesday, January 15, 2020, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton ccompton@ajc.com
    Georgia Tech
    James Banks shares details about decision to sign in Israel
    September 22, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback Tobias Oliver (8) runs with the ball in the second half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, September 22, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM
    Mark Bradley Blog
    If the NCAA shutters fall sports, might the Power 5 play anyway?
    Georgia Tech center James Banks addresses the McCamish Pavilion crowd on the team's senior night March 5, 2020. (Danny Karnik/Georgia Tech Athletics)
    Georgia Tech
    James Banks signs to play in Israel
    November 30, 2019 Atlanta - Georgia and Georgia Tech during the first half of an NCAA college football game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 30, 2019. Georgia won 52-7 over the Georgia Tech. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)
    Georgia Tech
    Why epidemiologists are pessimistic about a college football season
    Atlanta United FC
    Erick Torres, formerly of Houston.
    Atlanta United
    Atlanta United signs Erick Torres
    October 24, 2019 Atlanta - Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (7) celebrates after he scored a goal in the second half during Eastern Conference semifinals of MLS playoffs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, October 24, 2019. Atlanta United won 2-0 over the Philadelphia Union. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)
    Atlanta United
    Atlanta United places Martinez on season-ending injury list
    Atlanta United named Stephen Glass its interim manager Monday.
    Atlanta United
    Stephen Glass welcomes opportunity to lead Atlanta United
    Atlanta United president Darren Eales is interviewed before the start of an Atlanta United uniform unveiling ceremony Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
    Atlanta United
    Atlanta United’s Eales implies team has cap space to add player(s)
    Atlanta Hawks
    FILE - In this Thursday, July 16, 2020, file photo, a worker sprays the dugout rail to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, before the Miami Marlins' baseball practice at Marlins Park in Miami. The Marlins, one of the most under-the-radar teams in sports, have making news lately, all of it bad. Overtaken by a coronavirus outbreak, the team must scramble for roster replacements as they try salvage a season barely underway. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
    Mike Check Blog
    NBA thrives in ‘bubble’ as COVID-19 strikes MLB
    Steve Koonin has been CEO of the Hawks since 2014. Bob Andres / AJC
    Atlanta Hawks
    Atlanta Sports Council to honor Hawks’ Koonin for ‘lifetime achievement’
    Hawks coach Lloyd Pierce on Kobe Bryant: "He was the one that everyone looks up to, especially this generation of players." (AP Photo/Todd Kirkland)
    Atlanta Hawks
    How Lloyd Pierce is leading NBA coaches in fight for racial justice
    Braves pitcher Touki Toussaint adjusts his face mask while taking the field before an intrasquad baseball game. Toussaint rejoined the team after testing positive for COVID-19. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
    Mike Check Blog
    There are signs that sports can safely coexist with COVID-19
    High Schools
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    High School Sports Blog
    Updated: GHSA to discuss health commissioner’s concerns
    The Crisp County Cougars football team is coming off a runner-up finish in Class AAA. In late June, two rising seniors for the team tested positive for COVID-19.
    High School Sports Blog
    In their own words: 2 Crisp County football players share COVID-19...
    Rush Propst, who led Colquitt County to state titles in 2014 and 2015 and won five championships at Hoover in Alabama, has taken over as the head coach at Valdosta. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)
    High School Sports Blog
    Rush Propst, COVID-19 among many big stories from busy offseason
    Marietta head coach Richard Morgan looks on from the sidelines in a game against Hillgrove at Marietta High. Special/Daniel Varnado
    High School Sports Blog
    Four Questions with Marietta head coach Richard Morgan
    State Report
    Atlanta Dream guard Chennedy Carter (3) had 15 points against Indiana Fever.
    State Sports Report
    Fever erase early deficit, beat Dream
    In a screen shot from Facebook video purportedly taken early Sunday morning at Ware State Prison, inmates help one of their own who was hurt in a riot.
    News
    South Georgia prison on lockdown after riot
    Atlanta Dream center Elizabeth Williams sets up for a shot during the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the Dallas Wings, Sunday, July 26, 2020, in Bradenton, Fla.
    Sports
    Dream defeat Liberty; Ionescu injured
    Atlanta Dream center Elizabeth Williams led the team with 12 points in loss to Aces in Breadenton, Fla.
    State Sports Report
    Dream fall to Aces, McCoughtry
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    Falcons RB Todd Gurley on player safety
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    Brian Snitker on prospect of sweeping Mets at home
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