We're only hours away from the first pitch of the season for the defending National League East champion Atlanta Braves, who open at rival Philadelphia at 3:05pm Friday.
Why it matters: The Braves are entering the 2024 campaign as one of the MLB's best teams and the No. 2 favorite to win this year's World Series, just behind the Dodgers.
- Their league franchise value increased by 24% this year, ranking them at No. 6 with $3.4 billion, Sportico reports.
What we're watching: The Braves' high-scoring offense, including reigning MVP Ronald Acuña Jr.