Photos: New Braves stand out in win over Cubs

Anibal Sanchez pitched three-hit ball over six innings and Preston Tucker backed him with a three-run homer as the Braves beat the Cubs 4-0 Friday.

Click on a photo gallery above to see images from the win.

The teams play again Saturday afternoon.

Sean Newcomb (1-1, 4.35 ERA) pitches for the Braves and looks to build on a scoreless six-inning performance against Colorado on Sunday.

He faces Cubs lefty Jose Quintana (1-1, 4.50).

Braves sign outfielder Mike Yastrzemski

Yastrzemski adds to the team’s depth while furthering options for new manager Walt Weiss.

Braves prefer to keep their options open at designated hitter

The Braves expect to rotate players at DH in 2025, giving regulars rest and keeping both catchers in the lineup instead of signing a full-time hitter.

Braves manager Walt Weiss endorses Tim Hyers: ‘Outstanding as a hitting coach’

Hyers will have the chance to continue building upon the foundation he set with the Atlanta Braves’ core group.

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Braves sign outfielder Mike Yastrzemski

Braves prefer to keep their options open at designated hitter

Braves manager Walt Weiss endorses Tim Hyers: ‘Outstanding as a hitting coach’

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