Atlanta Braves
Atlanta Braves

Poll results: Braves injuries were just too much

Atlanta Braves’ Michael Harris is greeted by Ozzie Albies (1) after a 2-RBI home run against the San Diego Padres during the eighth inning of National League Division Series Wild Card Game Two at Petco Park in San Diego on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Credit: Jason.Getz@ajc.com

Credit: Jason.Getz@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves’ Michael Harris is greeted by Ozzie Albies (1) after a 2-RBI home run against the San Diego Padres during the eighth inning of National League Division Series Wild Card Game Two at Petco Park in San Diego on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)
By AJC Sports
Oct 4, 2024

Well, Braves fans, it seems you are glass-half full people.

This Braves season started as World Series bust and it popped with a one injury after another, one challenge after another. After it all, the Braves qualified for the playoffs as a wild card, in the last game of the season, breaking a run of six straight division titles.

After the brief playoff ended with a two-game sweep by the Padres, the AJC posted a poll. We asked how you would best describe the season. You had two choices:

* A third-straight first-round elimination

* Playoffs despite so many injuries

The verdict was overwhelming. As of Friday morning, 76% of respondents said they would best describe the season by the injuries. Just 24% best described the season by another early playoff exit.

To that we say, just wait until next year.

About the Author

From the sports staff of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Follow AJC Sports on facebookFollow AJC Sports on twitter
More Stories

Keep Reading

Jaycee Horn's two interceptions helped lift the Panthers to a win over the winless New York Jets. (Angelina Katsanis/AP)

Credit: AP

NFC South report: Falcons miss a chance and Panthers gain steam

Only one South Division team won last week, tightening the top of the standings.

Playoffs? Check out the AJC staff predictions on the Hawks’ season

With several roster additions and a wide-open East, the Hawks have a good shot at a postseason run.

Five big home games to watch in the first month

Hawks fans can expect contests at State Farm Arena to include some tough matchups against teams national experts view as contenders.

The Latest

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson won the Fielding Bible Award for best defender at his position, taking home the honor for the second straight season and fifth time overall. (Mike Stewart/AP)

Credit: AP

Braves’ Matt Olson wins Fielding Bible Award for first base

Braves Report: What even is a manager?

Braves’ Matt Olson, Austin Riley named Silver Slugger finalists

Featured

Housing affordability is the top concern for metro Atlanta residents, according to a new survey. (Ben Hendren for the AJC)

Credit: Ben Hendren

Metro Atlantans sour on housing affordability, pessimism is growing, poll says

The economy ranked as the top issue facing metro Atlanta last year, supplanting crime for the number one spot. This is the first year housing affordability has been an option.

DeKalb schools superintendent pleads not guilty to federal charges

Devon Horton has resigned from his role as DeKalb County superintendent, He has pleaded not guilty to federal charges stemming from his previous job in Illinois.

See video police say shows ex-PSC candidate Durand take Georgia Power secrets

Patty Durand has long criticized Georgia Power for concealing information under the cloak of trade secret about various initiatives and requests of state regulators.