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Top 10 Atlanta Braves All-Time

1. Hank Aaron – OF (1966–1974)
  • Stats as an Atlanta Brave: .305 AVG, 268 HR, 732 RBI in 9 seasons
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • Broke Babe Ruth’s HR record with No. 715 on April 8, 1974
    • 9× All-Star in Atlanta
  • Even in the twilight of his career, Aaron remained one of baseball’s most feared hitters, cementing his place in history while wearing an Atlanta uniform. In an "Atlanta" uniform, he dethroned "The Babe" to become the MLB all-time home run leader.

2. Chipper Jones – 3B/SS/LF (1993–2012)
  • Stats: .303 AVG, 468 HR, 1,623 RBI
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • NL MVP (1999)
    • 8× All-Star
    • World Series Champion (1995)
    • Batting Title (.364 in 2008)
  • The ultimate franchise player of the Atlanta era, a switch-hitting icon who carried the Braves’ offense for two decades. Chipper was the Met killer and was to the Braves organization everything Derek Jeter was to the Yankees.

3. Dale Murphy – OF (1976–1990)
  • Stats: .265 AVG, 371 HR, 1,143 RBI
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • 2× NL MVP (1982, 1983)
    • 7× All-Star
    • 5 Gold Gloves, 4 Silver Sluggers
  • The face of the Braves in the 1980s, beloved for his character as much as his power and defense. The only two-time MVP (other than Bonds) not to be selected to the MLB Hall of Fame. Place Murph into any other line-up in the 80's and he may be regarded as the best player of that era.

4. Andruw Jones – CF (1996–2007)
  • Stats: .263 AVG, 368 HR, 1,117 RBI
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • 10× Gold Glove winner
    • 5× All-Star
    • 2005 NL HR leader (51)
  • The best defensive center fielder of his generation, and maybe top five all-time. Paired elite glove work with middle-of-the-order power.

5. Freddie Freeman – 1B (2010–2021)
  • Stats: .295 AVG, 271 HR, 941 RBI
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • NL MVP (2020)
    • 5× All-Star
    • World Series Champion (2021)
  • A modern cornerstone who guided the Braves from a rebuild to a title, blending elite hitting with leadership. Freddie is without question the best Brave first baseman in the organizations history.

6. Ronald Acuña Jr. – OF (2018–present)
  • Stats through 2024: .292 AVG, 161 HR, 407 RBI, 196 SB
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • NL MVP (2023)
    • 40 HR / 70 SB season (MLB first)
    • 4× All-Star
  • One of the most dynamic players in franchise history, already rewriting the Braves’ record book in his 20s. If he remains with the Braves (healthy) for the remainder of his career, he will undoubtedly finish much higher on this list,

7. Brian McCann – C (2005–2013, 2019)
  • Stats: .277 AVG, 188 HR, 706 RBI with Braves
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • 7× All-Star with Atlanta
    • 5 Silver Sluggers
  • The best offensive catcher in Braves history, McCann was a consistent power threat and clubhouse leader. McCann's ability to deliver the big hit was what set him apart.

8. Javy López – C (1992–2003)
  • Stats: .287 AVG, 214 HR, 694 RBI with Braves
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • 3× All-Star
    • 2003: 43 HR, NLCS MVP (1996)
    • World Series Champion (1995)
  • Power-hitting catcher who shined in October and helped anchor the Braves’ 1990s dynasty. He was also able to catch the best rotation possibly in MLB history.

9. Jeff Blauser – SS (1987–1997)
  • Stats: .262 AVG, 109 HR, 545 RBI with Braves
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • 2× All-Star
    • World Series Champion (1995)
  • Steady glove and underrated bat at shortstop during the Braves’ dominant run.

10. Terry Pendleton – 3B (1991–1994, 1996)
  • Stats: .272 AVG, 63 HR, 320 RBI with Braves
  • Memorable Achievements:
    • NL MVP (1991)
    • 2× All-Star
  • His arrival helped spark the Braves’ rise from worst to first in 1991, bringing leadership and clutch hitting. TP was able to take all his talents and mold them into just what the Braves needed to begin one of the most historic runs in baseball history.

This list focuses solely on the Atlanta era of Braves history, spotlighting players who left their mark on Braves Country. From Hank Aaron’s milestone home runs to Ronald Acuña Jr.’s modern-day speed-power combo, these ten define the franchise since its move south.