The Atlanta Braves, with new manager Walt Weiss leading the way, are off to the best start in MLB

The Atlanta Braves have gotten off to the best start in MLB under new manager Walt Weiss, who took over for the 2026 season. Weiss, 62, gained widespread attention earlier in April when he tackled Angels outfielder Jorge Soler during a benches-clearing brawl, with the black belt in taekwondo citing instinct as his motivation. Third baseman Austin Riley credited Weiss's intensity and energy as a driving force behind the team's strong performance.