1. Masters Tournament begins
After three days full of practice rounds and light competition, the tournament begins on Thursday. Wednesday's Par 3 Content was suspended due to rain and thunderstorms in the early afternoon, but Thursday's weather calls for clear, but windy conditions. To catch up with Wednesday's happenings and for updates from Thursday, follow AJC Sports on Twitter or online.
2. Braves earn first win in Game 2 with Mets
In the 12th inning, right fielder Matt Kemp hit a two-run RBI double to defeat the New York Mets 3-1 at Citi Field on Wednesday. Former Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon pitched his first game in a Braves' uniform on Wednesday night, earning him applause from Mets' fans during introductions. Dave O'Brien writes how the progession of the bullpen was key in the win.
3. Hawks face Celtics at home
The Hawks will take on the Boston tonight at 8 at Philips Arena. Chris Vivlamore reports coach Mike Budenholzer won't say whether Paul Millsap will return to the Hawks starting lineup on Thursday night after playing 26 minutes in Sunday's game against the Nets. Millsap missed eight games due to a knee injury.
4. Falcons top 5 draft needs
Falcons reporter D. Orlando Ledbetter identifies five main position groups the Falcons should focus on in the upcoming NFL Draft on April 27-29 and a list of Draft eligible players the Falcons' met with.
5. Update on Georgia Tech spring competition
Georgia Tech writer Ken Sugiura reports the Yellow Jackets' starting quarterback and B-back spots look secure through six spring practices. Coach Paul Johnson provides his observations at quarterback and B-back from spring practice and what freshmen are impressing so far.
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