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AJ Smith-Shawver News / Battery Power / August 19
AJ Smith-Shawver returns to the rotation (for real this time) as Braves look to avoid getting swept 
With the Atlanta Braves falling into a bit of a recent funk, the attention now turns to the newly-returning AJ Smith-Shawver. After spending nearly a month
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 19
Why have the Braves stopped mashing fastballs?
If I’ve heard anything about Ronald Acuña Jr. via the internet, it’s that Ronnie can’t hit the hot fastball. It’s not really true. He’s league-average via xwOBA (he’s striking 96+ MPH fastballs as good as your average hitter).
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Tyler Mahle News / SportsTalkATL / August 19
Tyler Mahle a lone bright spot, but Braves’ flaws remain plentiful
Tuesday night’s loss against the Twins felt very similar to a lot of the Braves’ defeats over the past couple of weeks. The pitching performed well enough to earn a win, but backed by a flat offense, it never felt like they had much of a chance.
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 / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 19
What to Make Atlanta Braves' Latest Losing Skid
Well, perhaps the best way to put it is here we got again. With the 4-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night, the Atlanta Braves dropped yet another series.
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 19
Atlanta Braves Surprisingly Cut Ties With Key Pitcher
The Atlanta Braves designated veteran right-hander Tyler Kinley for assignment on Tuesday, clearing a roster spot to recall right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett.
Tyler Mahle News / Battery Power / August 18
Braves’ bats lifeless, as Atlanta drops another
In the midst of a slump, especially at the plate, the Braves were hoping that Tyler Mahle could delicer another strong start to help the Braves tie up the series in Minneapolis.
Chuckie Robinson News / Viral Sports News / August 18
Braves Acquire Former Dodgers Veteran in Post-Deadline Move
The Atlanta Braves signed catcher Chuckie Robinson to a minor-league contract on Tuesday, bringing the veteran backstop into their organization just days after the Los Angeles Dodgers released him.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 18
Mauricio Dubon starts at short, Sean Murphy catches Tyler Mahle
The Braves are rocking with Sean Murphy at catcher and Mauricio Dubon at short against the righty Matthews for the Twins. I think they should do this more, with Jim Jarvis’ bat turning back into a pumpkin and Murphy in need of live plate appearances.
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.
AJ Smith-Shawver News / Field Level Media / August 18
Braves recall RHP AJ Smith-Shawver to start Wednesday vs. Twins
The Atlanta Braves recalled right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday and scheduled him to start Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 18
Two More Braves Prospects Receive Minor League Promotions
The Atlanta Braves decided two more prospects were ready for a new challenge. On Tuesday, a pair of notable promotions were announced. No. 5 prospect, infielder Alex Lodise, is heading to Double-A Columbus.
Tyler Mahle News / Battery Power / August 18
Braves hope Tyler Mahle can continue dominant start to his Atlanta tenure
As the Braves are in the midst of a bit of a lull in performance, particularly on offense, they will hope to get more of the same from Tyler Mahle, who has been fantastic through two starts in a Braves uniform.
Alex Lodise News / SportsTalkATL / August 18
Two intriguing Braves prospects earn big promotions
The Braves handed out a couple of really exciting promotions today, with Alex Lodise heading to Double-A Columbus and Carter Beck on his way to High-A Rome.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 18
Braves shuffling up the rotation amid critical stretch
The Braves are changing up their rotation, announcing the move to recall AJ Smith-Shawver and designate Tyler Kinley for assignment. For now, it looks like the club will be going to a six-man rotation.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 18
The shortstop situation remains bleak for the Atlanta Braves
There’s no such thing as a bad one-year deal. It’s an old baseball axiom that has remained true for quite some time, even if some cases tend to test that theory.
AJ Smith-Shawver News / SportsTalkATL / August 18
Braves make surprising roster move, AJ Smith-Shawver recalled
The Braves made what I would call a surprising roster move on Tuesday afternoon, recalling AJ Smith-Shawver and designating Tyler Kinley for assignment.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 18
Braves make surprising roster decision ahead of AJ Smith-Shawver's return
The Atlanta Braves need pitching help in a major way.
Matt Olson News / Field Level Media / August 17
Braves' Matt Olson eager to continue power display vs. Twins
Matt Olson continues to impress, even if his manager sometimes struggles to find the right words to describe his achievements. "He's just a special player doing special things," Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said.
Matt Olson News / Yardbarker / August 16
Braves' Matt Olson is rapidly emerging as an MVP contender
There is a player who is rapidly emerging as a serious candidate to snag the first MVP award of his career, and that is Atlanta Braves first baseman, Matt Olson.
Grant Holmes News / Athlon Sports / August 16
Walt Weiss Reveals Grant Holmes Plan After Disastrous Start
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss confirmed Grant Holmes will remain in the starting rotation after the right-hander struggled against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 16
Braves Designate Danny Young For Assignment, Select Ray Kerr
The Braves are selecting left-hander Ray Kerr to the 40-man roster, according to Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. In a corresponding move, fellow southpaw Danny Young is being designated for assignment.
Robert Suarez News / Athlon Sports / August 15
Braves Receive Injury Update on Key Reliever
The Atlanta Braves were getting all they could hope for out of setup man Robert Suarez to begin 2026. After signing a three-year, $45 million contract in December, the 35-year-old dazzled to a 0.56 ERA and 0.84 WHIP through 31 appearances.
Didier Fuentes News / Just Baseball / August 14
Didier Fuentes Has Become One of Atlanta’s Most Valuable Arms
During their tumultuous 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves did something you rarely see. Just three days after his 20th birthday, Didier Fuentes stepped onto a big league mound.
Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Braves Facing Season-Ending Decision After Spencer Strider News
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said Monday that right-handers Spencer Strider and Hurston Waldrep will begin throwing programs this week, but stopped short of guaranteeing either pitcher will take a big league mound again in 2026, according to Barrett Sallee of 680 The Fan.
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.
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