The History of the Atlanta Braves

Early Beginnings

The Atlanta Braves are one of the oldest teams in Major League Baseball. They started in 1871 as the Boston Red Stockings. Later, they changed their name to the Boston Braves. The team moved around a few times before settling in Atlanta.

In 1953, the team moved from Boston to Milwaukee. They were called the Milwaukee Braves. Then in 1966, they moved to Atlanta, Georgia. That's when they became the Atlanta Braves we know today.

The Milwaukee Years

During their time in Milwaukee, the Braves had some great seasons. In 1957, they won the World Series by beating the New York Yankees. Players like Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, and Warren Spahn helped make the team successful.

Hank Aaron started his amazing career with the Milwaukee Braves. He would later become one of baseball's greatest players ever.

Moving to Atlanta

When the Braves moved to Atlanta in 1966, they became the first major league sports team in the Southeast. They played their first games at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium.

The 1970s were tough years for the Braves. They didn't win many games, but they still had great players like Hank Aaron. In 1974, Aaron broke Babe Ruth's home run record while playing for the Braves. This was a huge moment in baseball history.

The 1990s Golden Era

The 1990s were amazing for the Atlanta Braves. From 1991 to 2005, they won their division 14 times in a row! This is one of the most impressive streaks in sports history.

Three great pitchers led the team during this time: Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz. They are some of the best pitchers ever to play baseball. The team also had great hitters like Chipper Jones and Fred McGriff.

In 1995, the Braves won the World Series by beating the Cleveland Indians. This was their first World Series championship since moving to Atlanta.

Recent History

In 2017, the Braves moved to a new stadium called Truist Park (originally named SunTrust Park). This modern ballpark gave fans a better place to watch games.

After some rebuilding years, the Braves became strong again. They won the National League East division in 2018, 2019, and 2020.

In 2021, the Braves had an amazing season. They won the World Series by beating the Houston Astros. This was their first championship since 1995, making fans very happy.

The Braves Today

Today, the Atlanta Braves continue to be one of baseball's most popular teams. They have a rich history and many loyal fans across the country, especially in the southeastern United States.

The team has had many great players over the years. Some have been added to the Baseball Hall of Fame, showing how important they were to the sport.

The Braves continue to build for the future while honoring their long history. Their story is an important part of baseball history, from Boston to Milwaukee to Atlanta.