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AJC Braves Report: Braves win the opener, but Fried goes down

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. celebrates after an opening day baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Washington. Atlanta won 7-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. celebrates after an opening day baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Washington. Atlanta won 7-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
By AJC Sports
Updated March 31, 2023

The Braves snapped their four-game opening-day losing streak, but their ace is hurt.

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, beat reporter Justin Toscano, columnist Michael Cunningham and co-host Jay Black break down Atlanta’s 7-2 victory over the Nationals to start the season.

Our crew will also discuss the severity of Max Fried’s hamstring strain and who could possibly get the call next.

Plus, we look at Orlando Arcia’s contract extension and why the Braves did it.

We also want your feedback on this podcast, so please take our survey and tell us how you feel about the show.

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