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Braves' JR Ritchie Racks Up Absurd Strikeout Total in Latest Triple-A Gem

One of the Atlanta Braves' top pitching prospects heading into 2026 just set a new career high for strikeouts in a professional game. Right-hander JR Ritchie recorded 15 strikeouts for the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers on Sunday.

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Acuña gives Philly fans curtain call after 3-run HR

Ronald Acuna Jr. did a curtain call to irate Phillies fans after hitting a tying three-run homer and the Braves used a late rally to defeat Philadelphia 5-4 on Sunday, extending their lead in the NL East to five games.

Austin Riley News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 6

Key Post-Break Stats That Reflect Turnaround of Braves 3B Austin Riley

Austin Riley came up clutch for the Atlanta Braves again on Sunday. He tripled home Ozzie Albies in the top of the ninth to cap off a rally and a 5-4 win.

Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6

Braves insider declares debate over No. 2 playoff starter behind Chris Sale suspended

The Atlanta Braves were able to end their series against the Philadelphia Phillies with a win, and they got a good game from pitcher Tyler Mahle. It was exactly what the Braves were looking for from him, and with the playoffs not too far away, they may have found their No.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

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The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 6

Ronald Acuna Jr. (3-run HR), Braves rally late to upend Phillies

Ronald Acuna Jr. crushed a three-run homer in the eighth inning and Austin Riley delivered a go-ahead triple in the ninth as the visiting Atlanta Braves rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on Sunday.

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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.

Derek Hill News / Battery Power / September 6

Ronald Acuna comes up big as Braves rally past Phillies for momentous win

Just when hope was fading and the Braves were staring down a second straight loss to the Phillies which would have dropped their NL East lead to three games, La Bestia showed up in a major way.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6

Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. trolls Phillies fans with clutch game-tying HR

The Atlanta Braves were down for most of Sunday’s contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. However, Ronald Acuna Jr. came to the rescue with some late-game heroics after blasting a game-tying three-run home run.

John Gil News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 6

The Braves Have Another Shortstop Worth Watching in John Gil

John Gil is quickly becoming one of the more interesting prospects in the Atlanta Braves' system, with a toolset that stands out even in a farm system with no shortage of talented infielders.

MLB News / Battery Power / September 6

Braves at Phillies chat and discussion: Tyler Mahle vs. Aaron Nola

Through two games of this Braves-Phillies series, we’re exactly back where we started. After one win apiece, the Braves’ NL East lead remains four games.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 6

Acuña Is Heating Up When It Matters Most For the Braves

Ronald Acuña Jr. is heating up in September, and it's exactly what the Atlanta Braves have been waiting for. Acuña has missed 53 games this season due to injury, and outside of a solid May in which he hit .286 with five home runs, his offensive season has been underwhelming.

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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.

Tyler Mahle News / Field Level Media / September 6

Tyler Mahle, Braves look to slow down Phillies

Tyler Mahle has experienced a tale of two seasons, both individually and from a team standpoint. The veteran right-hander looks to continue his pleasant turnaround Sunday afternoon when the Atlanta Braves visit the Philadelphia Phillies in the third contest of a four-game set.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5

Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr.’s 450-foot home run feat will make other sluggers jealous

The Atlanta Braves gave a game back to the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday night, but Ronald Acuna Jr. still achieved a remarkable of feat of strength

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

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MLB News / EasySportz / September 5

Phillies Even Series With 4-2 Win Over Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies bounced back in a big way Saturday night. After dropping the series opener to the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia responded with a 4-2 victory at Citizens Bank Park, evening the four-game series at one game apiece and cutting Atlanta’s National League East lead to four games.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / September 5

Atlanta Braves Announce Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision

The Atlanta Braves opened a pivotal late-season series against the Philadelphia Phillies with a 5-2 win Friday night at Citizens Bank Park, but manager Walt Weiss still made a familiar adjustment to Saturday’s lineup, via Underdog MLB.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 4

Chris Sale making NL Cy Young race intriguing with dominant second half

At 37 years old, Chris Sale is continuing to demonstrate how age is just a number, showing no signs of slowing down with his dominant second-half surge for the Atlanta Braves.

Chris Sale, Braves top Cristopher Sanchez, Phils, boost NL East lead

Rockies Claim Hayden Harris

Clayton Kershaw: Joe Davis ‘The Best There Is’

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 4

Chris Sale, Braves top Cristopher Sanchez, Phils, boost NL East lead

Chris Sale outdueled Cristopher Sanchez in a battle of aces and Mauricio Dubon hit a late two-run homer as the visiting Atlanta Braves topped the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 on Friday.

Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Braves Announce Michael Harris Update After Removal From Lineup

The Atlanta Braves are heading into a huge four-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies. A series win by Atlanta would almost certainly guarantee they win the National League East division title.

Matt Olson News / Viral Sports News / September 4

Atlanta Braves Make Matt Olson Announcement on Friday

The Atlanta Braves open a four-game series Friday night against the Philadelphia Phillies with a notable change to their batting order. The two clubs sit at the top of the National League East.

Didier Fuentes News / The Lead / September 3

What Is the Atlanta Braves’ Long-Term Plan for Didier Fuentes?

In 2025, Didier Fuentes made his MLB debut amid a lost season for the Atlanta Braves. In four starts, Fuentes went 0-3 with a 13.85 ERA. As with many young pitchers, Fuentes struggled with command and the long ball.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2

2026 White Sox numbers are nearly identical to 2021 WS champion Braves

2026 White Sox numbers are nearly identical to 2021 World Series champion Braves

The White Sox are currently the second seed in the American League.

Brewers manager Pat Murphy predicted White Sox's 2026 success

New White Sox OF Tommy Pham has been an exceptional postseason player

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Hayden Harris News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2

Braves Designate Hayden Harris For Assignment

The Braves announced Wednesday that they’ve designated left-hander Hayden Harris for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to righty Elieser Hernandez, whose contract has once again been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / September 2

Ha-Seong Kim might be earning his way back into the Braves lineup

It was an all-around ugly performance from the Braves yesterday. AJ Smith-Shawver was below average. Blake Burkhalter, making his MLB debut, didn’t look like someone who should garner much trust moving forward.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / SportsTalkATL / September 2

Can the Braves really trust AJ Smith-Shawver right now?

Nobody is experiencing the highs and lows of baseball right now quite like the Atlanta Braves. They began August with an eight-game win streak — the longest of their season — then followed it with one of their most dismal two-week stretches of the year, before rattling off seven wins in a row.