Chipper Jones Was Right About Current Atlanta Braves Star

On Saturday, the Atlanta Braves performed the second sport of their collection with the Boston Red Sox at Truist Park.

After successful Friday’s sport, the Braves misplaced 3-2.

That mentioned, Drake Baldwin had one other robust efficiency.

He went 2-3 with one dwelling run, two RBI’s and one stroll.

Chipper Was Right About Braves Star

gettyChipper Jones #10 of the Atlanta Braves seems to be on throughout a sport in opposition to the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on September 19, 2012 in Miami, Florida.

Before the season, Braves legend (and Baseball Hall of Famer) Chipper Jones spoke about Baldwin in an interview with 680 The Fan.

Jones: “I think he’s gonna come in and make the statement this year… He’s shown in Spring Training that he’s not far from becoming the best catcher in baseball… He’s ready to take the next step.”

So far, Jones seems to be spot on in his feedback.

Baldwin is batting .304 with 56 hits, 13 dwelling runs, 36 RBI’s, 39 runs and one stolen base in 46 video games.

The 25-year-old is already coming off a season the place he gained the National League Rookie of The Year Award.

gettyDrake Baldwin #30 of the Atlanta Braves runs to first base after hitting a single within the third inning in opposition to the Detroit Tigers at Truist Park on April 29, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Social Media Buzzing Over Baldwin

gettyDrake Baldwin #30 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after taking a stroll to first base within the third inning in opposition to the Boston Red Sox at Truist Park on May 16, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Here’s what individuals have been saying about Baldwin:

Mark Bowman: “I don’t want to sound repetitive, but Drake Baldwin has homered against a Red Sox lefty in the first inning. Seven of his 13 HRs have come against lefties”

Reggie Chatman Jr.: “Drake Baldwin might be the best on Earth”

@CJNitkowski: “With that HR in his 651st career PA Drake Baldwin ties David Justice for most left on left HRs in their first 651 PAs as a Brave. (I searched this for 650 PA and then he went and homered in his first AB)”

Grant McAuley: “#Braves Drake Baldwin in 2026: Leads all MLB catchers with 13 HR. Leads MLB with 8 first inning HR. Perhaps most impressive, he also leads all LHH with 7 HR vs. “LHP.”

Braves Right Now

gettyDrake Baldwin #30 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after hitting a solo homer within the fourth inning in opposition to the Chicago Cubs at Truist Park on May 13, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Baldwin has helped the Braves get off to an unimaginable begin to the 2026 season.

They are on the high of the National League East with a 31-15 document in 46 video games.

Following Sunday’s collection finale with the Red Sox, the Braves will head to Miami to face the Marlins on Monday.

Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been masking the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar