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A hunt for Home Run Derby ball turns up different sort of prize

Ditching the press box for the outfield stands seemed to offer the most potential for fun in the Home Run Derby at Truist Park, the precursor to Tuesday night’s All-Star Game.

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Kirby Smart sees competitive edge, home field as two keys for Georgia football

For all the faces and names that have changed, Smart believes the Bulldogs can maintain their edge, in part, through mindset.

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Falcons D-line plans to throw haymakers ‘like Mike Tyson’

New Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Nate Ollie and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich are tasked with improving a D that ranked second-to-last in sacks last season.

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SEC’s Greg Sankey vows ‘responsible’ use of power over college sports

Greg Sankey said the burden of shaping the new college sports system is “shared by presidents and chancellors, athletics directors and coaches.”

July 14, 2025
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At once a Braves honoree and a nemesis, Joe Torre dearly holds Atlanta memories

The Hall of Famer returns to Atlanta as an honorary American League coach at Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game.

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MLB All-Star Game

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At once a Braves honoree and a nemesis, Joe Torre dearly holds Atlanta memories

The Hall of Famer returns to Atlanta as an honorary American League coach at Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game.

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Commissioner Rob Manfred answers why MLB All-Star Game returned to Atlanta

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred avoids politics in explaining why the MLB All-Star Game is back in Atlanta.

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Bright lights, big stage: Atlanta readies for the All-Star Game spotlight

The Braves, Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta have been preparing for the MLB All-Star Game for years, and all will be the epicenter of the baseball world Tuesday night.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sales waves at fans at the 2025 MLB All-Star Red Carpet Show at The Battery in Atlanta ahead of the game on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. (Natrice Miller/ AJC)

PHOTOS: Atlanta rolls out the red carpet for MLB All-Star Game

The All-Star Red Carpet Show was held at The Battery Atlanta on the afternoon before the 2025 MLB All-Star Game.

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At once a Braves honoree and a nemesis, Joe Torre dearly holds Atlanta memories

The Hall of Famer returns to Atlanta as an honorary American League coach at Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game.

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Commissioner Rob Manfred answers why MLB All-Star Game returned to Atlanta

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred avoids politics in explaining why the MLB All-Star Game is back in Atlanta.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart talks with officials during the first quarter against Texas in the 2024 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Texas beats Georgia again on the recruiting trail, 4-star lineman flips commitment

James Johnson is the second significant recruiting loss of the day for Georgia, as the Longhorns beat out Georgia for 5-star linebacker Tyler Atkinson.

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Kirby Smart sees competitive edge, home field as two keys for Georgia football

For all the faces and names that have changed, Smart believes the Bulldogs can maintain their edge, in part, through mindset.

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Kirby Smart provides outlook on Georgia football injury situation

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart is pleased with where his team is from a health standpoint.

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Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons are expecting more in 2025 from second-year defensive tackles Ruke Orhorhoro (left) and Brandon Dorlus, here participating in rookie minicamp last season. (Jason Getz/AJC 2024)

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Falcons D-line plans to throw haymakers ‘like Mike Tyson’

New Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Nate Ollie and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich are tasked with improving a D that ranked second-to-last in sacks last season.

Falcons are on the clock after Garrett Wilson signs megadeal with Jets

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson, who was drafted two spots behind Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London, reset the new market for the position.

Falcons hoping to unlock the various skills of Kyle Pitts

This is a very important season for Kyle Pitts, who’s in the final year of his rookie contract with the Falcons.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech's Riley Stanford pitches against Army at Foley Field on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Athens, Ga. (Nell Carroll for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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Pair of Georgia Tech pitchers drafted

Two Yellow Jackets had their names called on the second day of the MLB draft.

Georgia Tech’s Kyle Lodise selected by Chicago White Sox in MLB draft

Lodise started 55 games at shortstop for the Yellow Jackets and was taken with the 76th overall pick.

New Georgia Tech AD was raised ‘to think critically’

Ryan Alpert, Georgia Tech’s new athletic director, brings a lifelong curiosity and leadership style shaped by family, sports and academic rigor.

Atlanta United FC

Head Coach Ronny Deila gives directions to the team during the second half as they faced Miami at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, March 16, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United lost the match 2-1. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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Atlanta United’s Ronny Deila: ‘Don’t be a firefly’

Team preps for Wednesday match against Chicago.

Atlanta United’s Emmanuel Latte Lath breaks scoring drought … what’s next?

Emmanuel Latte Lath, who Atlanta United purchased for $22 million in the offseason, was relieved to score for the first time in 14 games Saturday.

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan should return for Chicago match

Guzan’s streak of 45 consecutive starts stopped Saturday in the team’s 1-1 draw at Toronto because of a fractured cheekbone suffered two matches ago.

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks guard Kobe Bufkin takes questions at the Atlanta Hawks practice facility, Friday, April 19, 2024, in Brookhaven. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Hawks’ Bufkin, Djurisic engineer Summer League overtime rally

Kobe Bufkin and Nikola Djurisic took over at different points to engineer the Hawks' win over the Rockets in NBA Summer League play.

Hawks’ Asa Newell posts double-double, plus takeaways from win over Suns

Former Georgia standout finishes with 18 points, 11 rebounds as Atlanta improves to 2-0.

Jacob Toppin is ready for what’s ahead with the Hawks

The Hawks extended a qualifying offer to Toppin at the end of June. He signed the offer sheet one day before the team opened Summer League.

High Schools

Grayson linebacker Tyler Atkinson prepares for a play against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Grayson High’s Tyler Atkinson, No. 1 prospect in Georgia, commits to Texas

Grayson High’s Tyler Atkinson, the top-ranked linebacker in the nation, has committed to Texas, turning down UGA’s long-standing pursuit.

Parkview’s Malachi Washington competes in High School Home Run Derby

The Georgia native, who participated in Saturday’s High School Home Run Derby, hit seven home runs in the first round and added two in the second.

No. 1-ranked Georgia prospect Tyler Atkinson to announce his commitment on Tuesday

Tyler Atkinson, a five-star linebacker and the No. 1 player in the state of Georgia for the 2026 recruiting cycle, is set to announce his commitment on Tuesday.

State Report

NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Briscoe (19) approaches the start line during Quaker State 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at EchoPark Speedway, Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Hampton. 11-year-old Rhealynn Mills recently won a contest for her artwork to appear on NASCAR driver Chase Elliott's car. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

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Home-state favorite Chase Elliott passes Brad Keselowski on final lap to win NASCAR Atlanta race

PHOTOS: Quaker State 400 key race in NASCAR season

The Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart was held Saturday at EchoPark Speedway.

Andruw Jones on Atlanta in MLB Speedway Classic: ‘You can call it Braves Country’

Anticipation is beginning to build around MLB’s Speedway Classic, and for Braves fans, that means another day closer to watching their favorite team play in a unique location.

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Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sales waves at fans at the 2025 MLB All-Star Red Carpet Show at The Battery in Atlanta ahead of the game on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. (Natrice Miller/ AJC)

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Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh crowned Home Run Derby champ

Raleigh, from Cullowhee, North Carolina, became the first catcher ever to win the Home Run Derby and the second Mariners player to do so.

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Braves’ Acuña to hit second for National League in All-Star Game

Acuña was selected as an All-Star starter despite missing the first 49 games of the season while recovering from a torn ACL. In the 45 games he’s played, he is batting .323.

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No. 1-ranked Georgia prospect Tyler Atkinson to announce his commitment on Tuesday

Tyler Atkinson, a five-star linebacker and the No. 1 player in the state of Georgia for the 2026 recruiting cycle, is set to announce his commitment on Tuesday.

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As Truist Park revels in All-Star glow, has it been worth it for Cobb County?

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All-Star Week gives Braves, Atlanta national platform to celebrate Ronald Acuña Jr.

Ronald Acuña Jr. has been among the most prolific offensive players in the sport, as exemplified by him earning a starting spot in the National League’s All-Star outfield.

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Vote: Who will win the 2025 SEC football championship?

You can vote for your favorite team or your team’s rival.

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Falcons hoping to unlock the various skills of Kyle Pitts

This is a very important season for Kyle Pitts, who’s in the final year of his rookie contract with the Falcons.

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Atlanta United’s Emmanuel Latte Lath breaks scoring drought … what’s next?

Emmanuel Latte Lath, who Atlanta United purchased for $22 million in the offseason, was relieved to score for the first time in 14 games Saturday.

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Braves draft prep shortstop Tate Southisene with first-round pick

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Mill Creek’s Daniel Pierce drafted No. 14 overall by Tampa Bay Rays

Daniel Pierce was immediately mobbed by friends and family when the Tampa Bay Rays selected him with the No. 14 overall pick in the MLB Draft on Sunday.