After coming a game shy of playing in the World Series for the first time since 1999 a year ago, the Atlanta Braves return to the field for the 2021 season with high expectations.
Looking back at the shortened 2020 season, the Atlanta Braves were once again in their normal spot atop the NL East. Atlanta finished 35-25 overall during the 60 game season, and made the Postseason for the third consecutive season, reaching the NLCS for the first time since 2001.
Last season was arguably one of the most entertaining and best teams to follow in recent memory for the Braves, despite the shortened season.
Who can forget the 29-run game, the “Mix It Up” celebration, or the big-time Postseason moments including Freddie’s walk-off and Ozzie’s and Riley’s HRs just to name a few. What about the award-winners including Freddie Freeman winning his first career NL MVP?
Atlanta Braves are poised for greatness in 2021
The 2020 MLB season despite the outcome was a very successful one for the Braves, but 2021 has the potential to be even better.
Yes, there is no universal DH, but the Braves return almost all of a very-potent lineup from a year ago.
Atlanta re-signed slugger Marcell Ozuna to a long-term deal while also bringing in veteran starters Charlie Morton and Drew Smyly to strengthen the rotation.
The Braves will also see the return of Mike Soroka to the rotation this season after suffering an injury last year, as well as the first full MLB season for top prospect Cristian Pache.
The Braves are loaded with talent once again this season with sights of a World Series appearance within grasp. Let’s take a look at a few predictions for the Atlanta Braves in 2021.