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Atlanta Braves opening day: What to know about 2026 season opener against Kansas City Royals

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27 March 2026 at 17:34

It’s Opening Day for the Atlanta Braves and for the first time since 2022, the Braves get to open the season at home.

The Braves host the Kansas City Royals for their first series of 2026 season. The franchise begins a new era under manager Walt Weiss, but will also look back at 60 years of Braves baseball in Atlanta.

LIVE Team 2 Coverage from Truist Park, on Channel 2 Action News starting at 4:00 p.m.

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GAME INFORMATION

First pitch: 7:15 p.m.; gates open two hours before first pitch. Chris Sale will take the mound for the Braves.

Pregame festivities: Fans are invited to line the streets of The Battery Atlanta for the Braves Walk starting at 4 p.m. The Braves will also hold a special on-field presentation at 6:40 p.m. to celebrate the 60th anniversary of their move to Atlanta.

Giveaways: All fans in attendance will receive a magnetic schedule of the 2026 season and a rally towel.

Weather: Severe Weather Team 2 Meteorologist Brian Monahan says we’ll be at near-record highs for Friday.

The Bat Flip (Section 113): Seven inches of toasted brioche stacked with two pounds of seasoned hand-formed beef patties, braised short rib, crispy pork belly, melted cheese, crunchy onions, green leaf lettuce, sliced red tomatoes and a fried egg.Field of Greens (Section 129): Grilled ciabatta loaded with roasted veggies, red pepper aioli and collard-green gremolata. Served with salt and vinegar chips.Low Country Crunch (Section 113, 1871 Grill): Six Jumbo shrimp coated in crispy coconut breading and fried golden. Served with chili aioli and a lemon wedge.A-Town Melt (Sections 313, 343, Braves Market): A cheesy, spicy chicken melt loaded with creamy pepper jack fondue and toasted to perfection on muffaletta bread.The Baffle (Near Section 113, 1871 Grill): Slow-smoked brisket smothered in rich truffle cheese sauce, piled onto a crispy golden pocket and finished with savory seasoning.Peach Dingers (Sections 138, 320, Coop’s Championship Chicken): Crispy egg rolls filled with warm cinnamon-spiced peach cobbler and caramel sauce.The Walk-Off (Blue Moon Beer Garden): Flaky, buttery puff pastry filled with marinara-braised meatballs and melted mozzarella – baked to a golden finish.Blooperito (Sections 215, 239): Deep-fried burrito with chipotle-spiced beef, cotija cheese, fresh pico de gallo and a signature, house-made sauce.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.Launching Pad: Located in left field above Sections 147 and 149, the Launching Pad will showcase décor honoring the Braves’ storied home run history and offer unique hosting opportunities for groups, complete with a complimentary classic ballpark fare buffet and a signature bar. The new area includes six private, open-air boxes which offer seating opportunities for 20 to 25 fans each. The boxes can also be combined to create a customized experience for larger gatherings.South End Trading Company, located inside the Right Field Gate at Truist Park, is a new store where Braves fans can connect with their heroes on the diamond and commemorate the shared experience of a day at the ballpark with family and friends. Fans can find a mix of unique collectibles from current and former Braves greats, exclusive game-used memorabilia, and one-of-a-kind mementos fans.South End Trading Company, located inside the Right Field Gate at Truist Park, is a new store where Braves fans can connect with their heroes on the diamond and commemorate the shared experience of a day at the ballpark with family and friends. Fans can find a mix of unique collectibles from current and former Braves greats, exclusive game-used memorabilia, and one-of-a-kind mementos fans.South End Trading Company, located inside the Right Field Gate at Truist Park, is a new store where Braves fans can connect with their heroes on the diamond and commemorate the shared experience of a day at the ballpark with family and friends. Fans can find a mix of unique collectibles from current and former Braves greats, exclusive game-used memorabilia, and one-of-a-kind mementos fans.

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Braves TV: How much fans will have to pay, where to find Braves Vision

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27 March 2026 at 14:34

The Atlanta Braves have officially launched their new broadcasting network Braves Vision and streaming service.

The franchise announced Braves.TV following the split with Main Street Sports Group, which aired Braves games on FanDuel Sports Network.

Braves.TV will be available for fans to watch more than 140 games and there will be no blackouts for local games. Here’s what to know about the new service.

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HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

There are two options for Braves fans: a monthly payment or a season payment.

The season payment will cost $99.99 and the monthly subscriptions will cost $19.99 per month. A-List season ticket members and premium members will get a 30% off discount for the season subscription.

For Braves fans who want access to all MLB teams, there will be a bundle option for MLB.TV that will cost $199.99 for the season or $39.99 a month.

If you already have MLB.TV for all teams, you will still be required to purchase Braves.TV to get home market games.

WHERE CAN YOU FIND BRAVES.TV?

The Braves say their streaming service will be available on your phone and the following TV connected devices: Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Roku, Chromecast, PlayStation, Xbox, and Samsung, LG, and Android smart TVs.

WHAT IF YOU DON’T HAVE A SMART DEVICE?

The Braves say they will offer a “direct-to-distributor” model for fans who have cable and satellite.

Right now, the Braves have only announced a deal with Spectrum and Xfinity. The team says it will have more announcements about other providers as the deals are finalized.

WILL THERE BE BLACKOUTS?

Braves.TV subscribers will not have to deal with blackouts, unless there is a national one.

The only exception will be if Braves fans are traveling on the road and the opposing teams have a local blackout in place.

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