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Braves Honor Turner, Cox, Beat Cubs 5-2

5/13/2026

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Braves Honor

The Atlanta Braves honored Ted Turner and Bobby Cox before their May 12, 2026 game versus the Chicago Cubs.
A moment of silence, tribute video, and displays of Turner’s “17” and Cox’s “6” jerseys preceded the 7:15 p.m. first pitch.
The Braves won 5–2, staying first in the NL East after their first game following a 10-day road trip and the deaths of Turner (May 6, age 87) and Cox (May 9, age 84).

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Braves Updates

Chairman Terry McGuirk announced Braves will wear No. 6 cap patches in 2026 and recalled former manager Bobby Cox’s 2019 stroke and ball he signed.
Catcher Sean Murphy’s eight-week stint on the injured list led the Braves to sign Mexican-League catcher Sandy León.
Outfielder José Azócar was promoted after infielder Jim Jarvis was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Manager Walt Weiss said player Ronald Acuña Jr. remains in rehab at half speed though eligible Wednesday.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, after the players’ strike delayed the season to April 25, the Atlanta Braves—owned by Ted Turner and managed by Bobby Cox—won the World Series 4–2, giving Atlanta its first championship and making the franchise the first to win titles in three cities. The 2026 pre-game tribute on May 12 revives that legacy for fans and the club.

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Braves Honor

The Atlanta Braves honored Ted Turner and Bobby Cox before their May 12, 2026 game versus the Chicago Cubs.
A moment of silence, tribute video, and displays of Turner’s “17” and Cox’s “6” jerseys preceded the 7:15 p.m. first pitch.
The Braves won 5–2, staying first in the NL East after their first game following a 10-day road trip and the deaths of Turner (May 6, age 87) and Cox (May 9, age 84).

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