The Braves can’t stop winning, and Mauricio Dubon has been a significant reason why the club is still sporting the best record in the sport.
Starting at shortstop yesterday, Dubon homered for the third consecutive game — a two-run shot that tied the game at three. He then added a double that gave the Braves the lead and ultimately sparked a three-run rally that put it out of reach.
He’s the gift that keeps on giving, and it’s worth reminding everyone that the Braves acquired him from the Astros in a straight-up exchange for Nick Allen. It was a peculiar deal at the time from Houston’s perspective and looks like malpractice today — but the Braves certainly aren’t complaining.
After the game, Dubon had a message for everybody: “This is the best baseball team in the world.”
“This is the best baseball team in the world.” – Mauricio Dubon following tonight’s 6-3 win over @Pirates #BravesCountry pic.twitter.com/Trga3BLNYC
— @suggswriterATL (@suggswriteATL) June 6, 2026
A bold statement — but through 64 games, it’s hard to argue.
The Braves have lost just two series and we’re well into the third month of the season. Not to mention, they haven’t played a single game anywhere close to full strength. This team is only going to get stronger as the season progresses.
Ronald Acuña Jr., Matt Olson, and Michael Harris II all stayed hot with multi-hit games of their own on Friday. Martin Perez had some rocky moments on the mound but ultimately turned in another respectable outing, going five innings and allowing three earned runs.
And the bullpen? Lights out once again. The now four-headed monster of Didier Fuentes, Dylan Lee, Robert Suarez, and Raisel Iglesias each tossed a scoreless frame. That might be the Braves’ biggest advantage at this point in the season — if they have the lead, or even find themselves in a close game around the fifth inning, it almost always ends in their favor.
On Saturday, the Braves look to clinch another series win, sending Spencer Strider to the mound against Braxton Ashcraft.
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