ATLANTA -- If this proves to be a season in which the Braves exceed expectations with a mixture of talented youth and proven veterans, then their journey began in fitting fashion, with a valiant comeback from a group that seems to enjoy overcoming adversity.
Down five runs to another club looking to be this year's Cinderella, the Braves saw Freddie Freeman, Ozzie Albies and Nick Markakis power them to their largest Opening Day comeback victory in the modern era. Markakis' first career walk-off homer provided a celebratory finish to an 8-5 win over the Phillies on Thursday at SunTrust Park.