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Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
BABIP and defense doom Braves in loss to Texas 
The Braves came into Saturday looking for a series win behind Owen Murphy, facing MacKenzie Gore and the Rangers. Murphy went up 1-2 on Joc Pederson to start the game, but gave up a solo homer to the Braves’ legend.
Lucas Herbert News / NBC Sports / July 18
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 18
Braves Provide Positive Word on Multiple Players on IL
The Atlanta Braves brought good word for a group of players on the injured list. Manager Walt Weiss led off his updates by saying outfielder Mike Yastrzemski was close to returning, and it was looking like it could be a minimum stay on the injured list.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
Martin Perez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Braves’ pitching receives huge injury update
The Atlanta Braves received an encouraging pitching update Saturday as Martin Perez moved closer to rejoining their rotation. Perez could return during the upcoming series vs.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
Eli White gets the start in RF, with Joey Bart catching
After a crushing victory on Friday night, the Braves now have two chances to open the “second half” with a series win against the respectable Rangers. Facing the Rangers’ lefty, MacKenzie Gore, Eli White gets the start in right field, batting sixth and just ahead of Austin Riley.
Freddy Peralta News / SportsTalkATL / July 18
Report: Braves eyeing Freddy Peralta ahead of the trade deadline
According to Hector Gomez, the Braves, Rays, and Brewers are eying Mets starting pitcher Freddy Peralta ahead of the trade deadline — with Gomez calling Milwaukee the top suitor as of now.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 18
Braves injury updates on Ronald Acuña Jr., Spencer Strider, and Spencer Schwellenbach
The Braves began the second half the right way, dropping 15 runs on the Rangers and pairing it with seven scoreless innings from Chris Sale, who is only going to hear more NL Cy Young buzz as the second half goes on.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 18
Get to Know Atlanta Braves Top 2026 Draft Pick AJ Gracia
When AJ Gracia arrived at Truist Park on Friday afternoon, it was a return to familiar territory. He didn't grow up an Atlanta Braves fan - he was actually a Yankees fan - but he still had a connection nonetheless.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
What must happen for Braves to reach World Series, per analyst
The Atlanta Braves head into Saturday with a 56-40 record and a three-game lead atop the NL East, but their World Series outlook still carries a significant concern.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
Are the Braves seeking pitches to destroy now?
Well, last night was fun. 15 to 1 laughers tend to be that way. Hopefully, this sets the tone for the remainder of the season. How about 5 barrels for the Braves and 1 for the Rangers?
Spencer Strider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Will Braves pitcher Spencer Strider pitch again this season? Here’s the latest injury update
The Atlanta Braves opened up the second half of the 2026 MLB season in style, but the latest injury update surrounding Spencer Strider creates renewed concern.
Owen Murphy News / Field Level Media / July 18
Braves rookie RHP Owen Murphy to face Rangers in first MLB start
The Atlanta Braves will give prized rookie right-hander Owen Murphy his first major league start on Saturday afternoon when they host the Texas Rangers in the second contest of a three-game series.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Braves manager Walt Weiss drops crucial Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update
Atlanta Braves acting manager Walt Weiss said there is a possibility Ronald Acuna Jr. could return from the injured list before the team’s current homestand concludes on Thursday, providing the most encouraging update on the star outfielder’s recovery.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
Second half starts strong, Ronald Acuña Jr., and more
The Atlanta Braves opened up the second half of the 2026 season on a high note, defeating the Texas Rangers 15-1. Chris Sale got the start and was magnificent, going seven innings and allowing just two hits.
Atlanta Braves News / DailyClubGolf / July 18
Real reason Lucas Herbert’s caddie used a rangefinder during record 62 at The Open
A rangefinder at The Open Championship sounds like a two-shot penalty waiting to happen. It turned out to be nothing of the sort once you heard the explanation.
Chris Sale News / Yardbarker / July 18
Braves' Chris Sale continues to defy age with stellar ERA
Age just continues to be a number for 37-year-old Chris Sale, whose 2.06 ERA is the third-best in MLB this season.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / July 17
Braves return from break with a bang, dominate Rangers
Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson and Austin Riley all homered and Chris Sale pitched seven scoreless innings to lead the Atlanta Braves to a 15-1 win over the visiting Texas Rangers on Friday in the opener of their three-game set.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 17
Lucas Herbert, Sam Burns Tie Major Record With Opposite 62s
Lucas Herbert knew the number before he reached the fourth tee Friday at Royal Birkdale. Sam Burns did not know what he had done until someone told him after the round.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 17
Braves manager Walt Weiss gives bleak outlook for return of starting pitchers
The injury bug has seemed to make a living in the Atlanta Braves clubhouse this season. It has bitten the lineup, starting rotation and bullpen all so far this season for the Atlanta.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 17
Is there an untradable prospect in the Braves farm system?
The trade deadline may not be full of sellers, but the Braves have no choice but to be aggressive in trying to patch up some of their glaring holes. It’s
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 17
Braves 2027 Schedule: Potential for a nightmare start exists
The Braves announced their 2027 schedule on Thursday, and the start might just spark some PTSD from a season ago. The Braves are set to open with three games out west in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, a place that’s been a house of horrors for Atlanta over the years — and for just about everybody else, too.
Owen Murphy News / Athlon Sports / July 16
Braves Make Intriguing Owen Murphy Decision
The Atlanta Braves have finalized their starters for their first series after the All-Star break against the Texas Rangers. While Chris Sale will pitch Friday and Grant Holmes will start Sunday, Owen Murphy will make his first career start in Saturday's middle game.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 13
Braves offer big update on superstar Ronald Acuna Jr.
If all goes well, a scuffling Atlanta Braves lineup may soon be getting the return of their superstar right fielder shortly after the All-Star break.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 10
Braves' Matt Olson makes franchise history in start vs. Cardinals
For Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson, the challenge of playing 162 games in a season is rewarding, and it's safe to assume Olson felt rewarded Friday night when he made franchise history.
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