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MLB News / Battery Power / August 9
Braves avoid the brooms in extras with Yankees series finale win 
Not the flashiest way to end the series, but a win, nonetheless. The Atlanta Braves might have been struggling waking their bats up, but somehow avoided being swept by the New York Yankees with a 2-1 win in extras.
Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / August 9
Braves LHP Chris Sale ejected before first pitch
Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale was ejected before the start of Sunday's game against the New York Yankees, one day after he was called for a balk that led to the ejection of Braves manager Walt Weiss.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
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.
Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9
Chris Sale got ejected before a game he was not pitching in
Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale achieved the rare feat of being ejected before the start of a game on Sunday. Not only that, but it was a game he was not even pitching in.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 9
Braves chat and discussion: Grant Holmes vs Cam Schlittler
The Atlanta Braves are looking to avoid a sweep, while the New York Yankees are hoping for a successful outing with Schittler on the mound. Tune in at 1:35 p.m.
Raisel Iglesias News / SportsTalkATL / August 9
Do the Braves have a closer problem?
Following eight straight wins, the Braves dropped the first two games of their series with the Yankees, both by a single run. On Saturday, a comeback attempt fell just short.
Dominic Smith News / Battery Power / August 9
Dom Smith back in Braves lineup for series finale
The stage is set as the Atlanta Braves look to avoid a sweep against the New York Yankees. Let’s take a look at the lineups. Dominic Smith has returned to DH for the Braves and is batting in the sixth spot.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 9
What to Make of Braves' Recent Bullpen Woes
As the Atlanta Braves rotation makes a strong push, the bullpen has experienced the opposite. They've posted a 6.94 ERA dating back to the start of the week.
Grant Holmes News / Battery Power / August 9
Grant Holmes takes the mound in Yankees finale
The Atlanta Braves are once again in a position of avoiding a sweep. The New York Yankees pulled off two low-scoring wins and are looking to accomplish a third in this finale before the Braves return home to face the team just across the city.
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 / August 9
Ronald Acuna, tough loss, more
It sure looks like Ronald Acuna Jr. is back to his all-world self and that is huge news for the Braves. Outside of the obvious massive upgrade in talent on offense, that also balances out the lineup that has been very left-handed heavy in his absence and with Austin Riley floundering.
Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
Chris Sale crashes out after being called for a controversial balk
Chris Sale had a very Chris Sale-like reaction to being called for a balk during Saturday’s game. The Atlanta Braves star lefty Sale was on the mound Saturday against the New York Yankees.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8
3 roster moves Braves must make after 2026 MLB trade deadline
The Atlanta Braves have largely removed the NL East race from the equation. At 70–46, the Braves lead the Philadelphia Phillies by 8.5 games and have won eight of their last 10.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Braves Have a Major Problem After Blowing Yankees Game
The Atlanta Braves came out swinging following the All-Star Break, notching a 15-6 record in their 21 games since and have gained a comfortable 8.5 game lead in the National League East division.
Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / August 7
Braves’ Eight-Game Winning Streak Proves Atlanta Is Baseball’s Hottest Team After the All-Star Break
The Atlanta Braves entered the All-Star break searching for answers. Despite sitting atop the National League East, Atlanta had stumbled through an inconsistent stretch leading into the midsummer classic, losing 19 of its final 29 games before the break.
Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / August 7
Are the Braves the Best Team in Baseball Right Now?
Maybe it’s time to stop asking whether the Atlanta Braves are World Series contenders. Maybe it’s time to start asking whether they’re the best team in baseball right now.
Ozzie Albies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7
Braves’ Walt Weiss shares hilarious Ozzie Albies admission that will make fans respect him even more
For the entire season, Ozzie Albies has been performing well for the Atlanta Braves while playing every game. He finally had a day off, and manager Walt Weiss made a joke about the ramifications of the decision, according to theScore.
Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / August 7
The Atlanta Braves Didn’t Fail at the Deadline, They Stayed Disciplined
The 2026 MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and for much of Braves Country, it feels like the Atlanta Braves once again failed to make a meaningful splash.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 7
Time for the Braves to make a change at shortstop?
The Braves don’t really know what they want to do at shortstop. It’s been that way for almost a half-decade, but the good news right now is that at least they have options.
Cam Caminiti News / SportsTalkATL / August 7
Braves top prospect Cam Caminiti impresses in Double-A debut
There might be some debate about the top overall prospect in the Braves system, but there’s none when it comes to the top pitching prospect. That title has belonged to Cam Caminiti since the start of the season, and with Didier Fuentes and JR Ritchie graduating from prospect status, there isn’t even a close second anymore.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 6
Ronald Acuna Jr.'s 2 homers steer sizzling Braves to sweep of Marlins
Ronald Acuna Jr. homered twice and Matt Olson also went deep, helping the Atlanta Braves defeat the visiting Miami Marlins 11-3 on Thursday to sweep a three-game series and extend their winning streak to a season-best eight games.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 6
Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. hits weirdest home run of the season thanks to Marlins OFs' incompetence
That's some good luck, but sometimes you need that in baseball.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 7
Walt Weiss shares reason for Ozzie Albies' removal from Braves lineup
For the series finale, the Braves are not rolling out their usual order. Second baseman Ozzie Albies is missing.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / August 5
This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen
At 39 years old, McCutchen's best days are behind him.
Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / August 5
Braves report raises questions about Tigers-Dodgers Tarik Skubal deal
Was the Detroit Tigers' deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers for Tarik Skubal the only one truly considered?
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Braves boosting bullpen with addition of Brent Suter
The Atlanta Braves entered Monday with a 6 1/2 game lead in the National League East. Despite the comfortable lead, Atlanta has area of needs, and it met one of those on Monday in a trade with the Los Angeles Angels.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Matt Olson hits monumental HR, climbs Braves' all-time list
As the Atlanta Braves secured yet another win on Saturday, one of their team leaders and top players reached a milestone and moved up an all-time list.
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