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The best photos from the Atlanta Braves' season-opening win

Imagine your team not being 1-0 right now...

The Atlanta Braves (1-0) took down the Washington Nationals (0-1) 7-2 on Opening Day.

Max Fried's solid start was ruled short after 63 pitches and 3.1 innings of work due to a hamstring issue but the Braves bullpen answered the call. Manager Brian Snitker told members of the media after the game that Max Fried's injury would probably require a stint on the injured list.

Still, the Braves found a way to win with ease on a great day to start an MLB season. Here are some of our favorite shots of the Thursday afternoon action.

Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (54) throws to the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park.
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (16) singles against the Washington Nationals during the sixth inning at Nationals Park.
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (16) singles against the Washington Nationals during the sixth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Lucas Luetge (63) throws to the Washington Nationals during the fifth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson (28) at bat during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals with pitch clock at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Orlando Arcia (11) is unable to catch a fly ball hit by Washington Nationals first baseman Dominic Smith (22) during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (54) throws to the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) hits an RBI single against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II (23) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a run against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Orlando Arcia (11) hits an RBI single against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (16) at bat with the pitch clock showing against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) and relief pitcher A.J. Minter (33) celebrate after the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) and Atlanta Braves second baseman Orlando Arcia (11) celebrate after the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher A.J. Minter (33) and catcher Sean Murphy (12) celebrate after the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Stories from Opening Day

Max Fried leaves the game

Takeaways from Atlanta's game one win vs Washington

Watch Ronald Acuna get the first hit and stolen base this season

Watch Orlando Arcia register the first BRI of the season

What's next?

Atlanta gets Friday off before Saturday's game two against the Nationals, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:05 ET. The game broadcast, with Voice of the Braves Brandon Gaudin, is available inside Braves Country on Bally Sports Southeast, and is available on MLB.TV outside of the broadcast area. The radio call, with Ben Ingram, is available locally on WIFN 1340 AM/103.7FM or outside the Atlanta market on the Atlanta Braves Radio Network or MLB.com.

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