Atlanta Braves: A History of Baseball in Atlanta

The Early Years

The Atlanta Braves are a professional baseball team based in Atlanta, Georgia. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) East division. The team was founded in 1871 as the Boston Red Stockings, and has since moved to Milwaukee in 1953 and Atlanta in 1966.

The Braves have won 17 NL pennants and four World Series championships, most recently in 2021. The team's home stadium is Truist Park, which opened in 2017.

The Milwaukee Years

The Braves moved to Milwaukee in 1953, and played there until 1965. During their time in Milwaukee, the Braves won three NL pennants and one World Series championship in 1957.

Some of the most famous players in Braves history played for the team during their time in Milwaukee, including Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, and Warren Spahn.

The Atlanta Years

The Braves moved to Atlanta in 1966, and have played there ever since. The team has won five NL pennants and two World Series championships in Atlanta, most recently in 1995.

Some of the most famous players in Braves history have played for the team during their time in Atlanta, including Chipper Jones, Greg Maddux, and Tom Glavine.

The Future

The Braves are a perennial contender in the NL East, and are always a threat to make a run at the World Series. The team has a bright future, with a young and talented roster.

The Braves are one of the most successful teams in MLB history, and they have a rich and storied tradition. The team is a source of pride for the city of Atlanta, and they are always a popular draw at Truist Park.