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Phillies flounder, fish fry, more

Well Atlanta is positioned pretty well for the playoffs, with their seeding locked up for a while now and the ability to line up their pitching that comes with that.

Owen Murphy News / Battery Power / September 26

Owen Murphy named as 2026 Triple-A All-Star

The Minor League All-Stars have finally been unveiled for all of the affiliated levels, with the announcement of the Triple-A All-Stars capping off what’s been a bit of an extended rollout for these minor-league standouts.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 26

The Latest Braves Chess Move That Paid Off vs Marlins

With the postseason approaching, Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss indicated that he's approaching pitching differently in the final week. During the final series in Miami, he went with a move he rarely calls for: openers.

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MLB News / Battery Power / September 26

Braves roll Miami behind an offensive explosion and solid pitching

In a meaningless end-of-season matchup, Brent Suter served as the opener for Atlanta, as the Marlins threw their own opener in Jack Ralston. It ended up being about an ideal game for Atlanta.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 26

Michael Harris leads off, Dominic Smith at DH

Walt Weiss is putting Michael Harris back at the leadoff spot, hoping he can get the centerfielder going after a difficult September, as we approach the playoffs.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 26

Walt Weiss Makes Pitching Decision for Final Regular Season Braves Games

The Atlanta Braves are taking a different approach to their final regular-season games, and Walt Weiss has already mapped out the pitching plan. After Friday’s series opener against the Miami Marlins, Weiss confirmed that Atlanta will use a bullpen game Saturday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 26

What to Know About Remaning Braves Starters for Marlins Series

Two games remain in the regular season for the Atlanta Braves. Two arms are now set to start or open the remaining games. As expected, the Braves are rolling with an opener again.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 26

Braves look for a relaxed fish fry with eyes towards the playoffs

The Braves don’t have any stakes here in the last two games, so while it would certainly be nice to grab another win, the real goal is to stay healthy, in rhythm, and not overworked.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 26

Braves strive to get past Marlins on way to playoffs

The Atlanta Braves, who will visit the Miami Marlins on Saturday afternoon in the teams' next-to-last game of the regular season, are facing issues concerning their rotation.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 26

If there were a NL Wild Card MVP, who from the Braves would win it?

Major League Baseball will give MVP awards for the League Championship Series and the World Series. They do not award an MVP for a Wild Card Series or a Division Series.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Alex Anthopoulos News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 26

Why Ronald Acuña Jr. Might Be the Exception to Alex Anthopoulos's Rule

Ronald Acuña Jr. continues to be one of the hottest hitters in baseball this September, hitting .342 with an OPS approaching 1.100. That late-season run

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 26

Four Teams Braves Could Still Face in NL Wild Card Series

The Atlanta Braves are bound for the postseason and will host a team for the National League Wild Card Series starting on Tuesday. It's a vague statement, but that's the information we have at hand.

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Martin Perez News / SportsTalkATL / September 25

Who will replace Martin Perez on the Braves playoff roster?

It was announced on Friday that Martin Perez is headed to the IL with back inflammation. He will miss the Wild Card Series and won’t be eligible to return until the middle of the NLDS.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 25

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. hopes to feast on Marlins

Ronald Acuna Jr. returned to action on Thursday and is expected to be in the lineup again on Friday night when his Atlanta Braves open a three-game series at the Miami Marlins to close the regular season.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 25

Latest Braves injury could leave them regretting trade deadline moves

When it comes to the actual acquisitions, the Braves may have won the trade deadline. Tyler Mahle has been the best starting pitcher that was moved. There’s not a close second, as he’s posted a 1.99 ERA over nine starts and was acquired for a journeyman reliever.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 24

Braves losing key left-hander ahead of postseason play

Martin Perez had figured to start Game 3 of Atlanta's likely National League wild-card series, but that is now not a possibility after an announcement on Thursday.

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24

Braves Select Elieser Hernández

The Braves announced that left-hander Martín Pérez has been placed on the 15-day injured list with low back inflammation, a move that was previously reported.

Grant Holmes News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Braves Facing Grant Holmes Decision After Unfortunate News

The Atlanta Braves have lost one of their best weapons for the first two rounds of the MLB playoffs. Left-hander Martin Perez is heading to the 15-day injured list with lower back inflammation, which will take him out until a potential NLCS matchup for Atlanta.