SportsTalkATL: April 5, 2025
SportsTalkATL gives true Atlanta fans a voice and keeps our finger on the pulse of ATL sports.
SportsTalkATL gives true Atlanta fans a voice and keeps our finger on the pulse of ATL sports.
Schwellenbach fans 10 and gives up only 2 hits as Braves top Marlins 10-0 for long-awaited first win
The Braves won their home opener to end a seven-game winless drought, their worst start since losing their first nine in 2016.
The Braves won their home opener to end a seven-game winless drought, their worst start since losing their first nine in 2016.
Falcons franchise-leading receiver Julio Jones announces retirement after 13-year NFL career
Julio Jones, a seven-time Pro Bowl selection and leading receiver in Atlanta Falcons history, announced his retirement at age 36.
Julio Jones, a seven-time Pro Bowl selection and leading receiver in Atlanta Falcons history, announced his retirement at age 36.
Braves Opening Day at Truist Park | What to expect
Baseball is back in the ATL, and the Atlanta Braves are ready to kick off their 2025 home season with a packed house, new ballpark features, and a matchup against the Miami Marlins.
Baseball is back in the ATL, and the Atlanta Braves are ready to kick off their 2025 home season with a packed house, new ballpark features, and a matchup against the Miami Marlins.
Atlanta Braves head into home opener with 0-7 record | Opening weekend info
It’s safe to say this isn’t how the Braves or their fans envisioned the 2025 season beginning.
It’s safe to say this isn’t how the Braves or their fans envisioned the 2025 season beginning.
Burst pipe forces Rome Emperors to relocate 2025 home opener
The Rome Emperors will not open their 2025 baseball season at home as planned.
The Rome Emperors will not open their 2025 baseball season at home as planned.
NFL implements major rule changes for 2025 season: What to know
The NFL is introducing several rule changes for the upcoming season aimed at improving gameplay and safety.
The NFL is introducing several rule changes for the upcoming season aimed at improving gameplay and safety.
This quarterback is now tied with Tom Brady for the most-ever pro football titles
Thanks to a rule change this week, a Pro Football Hall of Famer is now tied with Tom Brady for the most ever pro football championship wins.
Thanks to a rule change this week, a Pro Football Hall of Famer is now tied with Tom Brady for the most ever pro football championship wins.
Tush Push ban: NFL owners table decision on Eagles' controversial play, reports say
There will be no vote Tuesday on the latest attempt to ban the "Tush Push’ play made famous by the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles, according to reports.
There will be no vote Tuesday on the latest attempt to ban the "Tush Push’ play made famous by the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles, according to reports.
Tush Push ban: NFL teams to vote on banning Eagles' famous play Tuesday
The Packers - who started and ended their season with losses to the Eagles - will have their proposal to ban the 'tush push' play voted on Tuesday.
The Packers - who started and ended their season with losses to the Eagles - will have their proposal to ban the 'tush push' play voted on Tuesday.
Georgia General Assembly passes bill banning trans athletes from women's sports
In a significant legislative move, the Georgia General Assembly has passed the “Riley Gaines Act of 2025." aimed at banning biological males from participating in women's sports. This comes as people across the country celebrate Trans Day of Visibility.
In a significant legislative move, the Georgia General Assembly has passed the “Riley Gaines Act of 2025." aimed at banning biological males from participating in women's sports. This comes as people across the country celebrate Trans Day of Visibility.
Braves' Jurickson Profar gets an 80-game ban for performance-enhancing drug use
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been suspended for 80 games without pay for performance-enhancing drug use.
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been suspended for 80 games without pay for performance-enhancing drug use.
Atlanta Braves unveil exciting off-season upgrades at Truist Park ahead of 2025 season
The Atlanta Braves have revamped Truist Park with new features.
The Atlanta Braves have revamped Truist Park with new features.
Savannah Bananas bring banana ball to Truist Park for first time
The Savannah Bananas are swinging into Truist Park for the first time this weekend, bringing their viral brand of baseball and nonstop entertainment to Atlanta fans.
The Savannah Bananas are swinging into Truist Park for the first time this weekend, bringing their viral brand of baseball and nonstop entertainment to Atlanta fans.
March Madness takes over downtown Atlanta this weekend
The excitement of March Madness is taking over downtown Atlanta as State Farm Arena prepares to host Sweet 16 games in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament this weekend.
The excitement of March Madness is taking over downtown Atlanta as State Farm Arena prepares to host Sweet 16 games in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament this weekend.
Braves lose to Padres in San Diego on Opening Day
The 2025 Atlanta Braves season began with a tough loss on the West Coast, but that didn’t stop fans back home from showing their support.
The 2025 Atlanta Braves season began with a tough loss on the West Coast, but that didn’t stop fans back home from showing their support.
Ticket prices for March Madness Atlanta games reportedly surging
NCAA March Madness games begin Friday at State Farm Arena, with Michigan State facing Ole Miss and Auburn taking on Michigan in the Sweet 16.
NCAA March Madness games begin Friday at State Farm Arena, with Michigan State facing Ole Miss and Auburn taking on Michigan in the Sweet 16.
Kirby Smart addresses recent arrests of 2 players for driving offenses
Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart expressed disappointment after two of his players were arrested in separate reckless driving cases.
Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart expressed disappointment after two of his players were arrested in separate reckless driving cases.
Apalachee High School has new football coach after former head coach resigns
Apalachee High School has hired Kevin Saunders as its new head football coach, with hopes that he can revitalize the school's program.
Apalachee High School has hired Kevin Saunders as its new head football coach, with hopes that he can revitalize the school's program.
Brett Gardner's son died in his sleep on family vacation in Costa Rica: Details
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.



















