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Braves Nacho Alvarez Jr. Opens Up About Health, Reps at Catcher

Braves Nacho Alvarez Jr. Opens Up About Health, Reps at Catcher

It's a night-and-day experience for <a href="/mlb/players/nacho_alvarez/912430">Nacho Alvarez</a> Jr. this year compared to last. The Atlanta Braves'infielder is healthy. He's coming off representing Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 26
Three Takeaways Ahead of Braves Opening Day

Three Takeaways Ahead of Braves Opening Day

Opening day is almost here, and the Atlanta Braves will be back in regular-season action. It's been a roller-coaster six or so weeks since pitchers and catchers reported.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / March 26
Matt Olson has been the epitome of health for the Braves

Matt Olson has been the epitome of health for the Braves

Atlanta Braves All-Star first baseman Matt Olson is the definition of durability.

2026 MLB predictions: Aaron Judge makes more history, surprise seller, World Series winner
The 'National League Rookies of the Year' quiz
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 26
Braves Escaped a Nightmare Spring, Now Their Season Comes Down to This

Braves Escaped a Nightmare Spring, Now Their Season Comes Down to This

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves survived a brutal spring, but whether they survive the start of the season may depend on their bats. Starting pitchers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep led the spring off by getting placed on the 60-day injured list.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz
The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz
The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz
Spencer Strider News / Fastball on SI / March 26
Former All-Star Makes Sense for Braves after Spencer Strider Injury

Former All-Star Makes Sense for Braves after Spencer Strider Injury

The Atlanta Braves have been hit hard by injuries thus far. They already were going to be without Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep to start the 2026 season, but things got worse when right-hander Spencer Strider suffered an oblique strain that will also keep him out for Opening Day.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues
Three comeback arms to watch in National League East
Five X factors in the AL Central
Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / March 26
'It never gets old': Braves' Chris Sale eager for Opening Day start vs. Royals

'It never gets old': Braves' Chris Sale eager for Opening Day start vs. Royals

The Atlanta Braves will start the new season with a new manager, but with a familiar face atop the rotation when they open on Friday night at home against the Kansas City Royals.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 25
Atlanta Braves roster is set to face the Royals for Opening Day

Atlanta Braves roster is set to face the Royals for Opening Day

The Major League Baseball season is finally here, and the Atlanta Braves begin the season on Friday. The champions of the Grapefruit League (21-7-2) will play against the Kansas City Royals.

Osvaldo Bido News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 25
How Osvaldo Bido Could Factor into Braves Plans

How Osvaldo Bido Could Factor into Braves Plans

With opening day approaching, the Atlanta Braves have finalized their opening day roster. For the most part, there are no surprises. However, one name will stand out to most, mainly because he came out of nowhere.

Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / March 25
Spencer Strider's Return Timeline Gets Clarity After Braves' IL Move

Spencer Strider's Return Timeline Gets Clarity After Braves' IL Move

At first, it looked like the Atlanta Braves found a gem in southpaw pitcher Spencer Strider. The former Clemson Tiger went 11-5 with a 2.67 ERA over 31 outings (20 starts) as a rookie in 2022 before earning an All-Star nod in 2023.

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / March 25
How the Braves Can Flip the Script and Become a Threat Again in 2026

How the Braves Can Flip the Script and Become a Threat Again in 2026

The Braves do not need a total makeover to bounce back in 2026. They need something much simpler: health, star-level production from the players who are supposed to carry them, and just enough depth to survive the early weeks until the roster gets whole again.

Brett Wisely News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Braves Designate Brett Wisely For Assignment

Braves Designate Brett Wisely For Assignment

The Braves designated infielder/outfielder Brett Wisely for assignment Wednesday upon setting their 40-man roster, as first indicated on the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 25
A Breakdown of Braves Finalized Opening Day Roster

A Breakdown of Braves Finalized Opening Day Roster

The Atlanta Braves have put the finishing touches on who will be on the opening day roster. The team revealed its opening day roster at high noon on Wednesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 25
Top Five Braves Performers During Spring Training

Top Five Braves Performers During Spring Training

The spring training season is in the books. The Atlanta Braves are headed back up to the Peach State for the start of the regular season, which starts on Friday.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
 The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
 The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
 The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 24
Atlanta Braves Claim Intriguing Arm off Waivers From the Yankees

Atlanta Braves Claim Intriguing Arm off Waivers From the Yankees

The Atlanta Braves have had countless injuries to the pitching staff this offseason. Right-hander Spencer Strider was the latest to go down with an oblique strain on Monday.

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 24
Upcoming Honor Reflects Brian Snitker's Place in Braves History

Upcoming Honor Reflects Brian Snitker's Place in Braves History

Brian Snitker’s place in Atlanta Braves history will be honored during the 2026 season. He will be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame on Saturday, April 25, ahead of their game against the Philadelphia Phillies.  Snitker will be the fifth former manager to be inducted into the Braves Hall of Fame.

Osvaldo Bido News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24
Braves Claim Osvaldo Bido

Braves Claim Osvaldo Bido

Yankees right-hander Osvaldo Bido has been claimed off waivers by the Braves, per announcements from both clubs. Atlanta placed left-hander Joey Wentz on the 60-day IL to create a spot on the 40-man roster.

Spencer Strider News / Total Pro Sports / March 24
Atlanta Braves Suffer Huge Blow With Spencer Strider 

Atlanta Braves Suffer Huge Blow With Spencer Strider 

MLB Opening Day is upon us, but the Atlanta Braves will enter the season with bad news. Spencer Strider suffered a minor setback after an oblique strain.

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / March 23
2026 Atlanta Braves O/U: Why the Braves Will Go Under

2026 Atlanta Braves O/U: Why the Braves Will Go Under

It’s still a little weird to think about the Atlanta Braves as anything other than a 95-win juggernaut, right? For years, they’ve been the NL East standard-bearer.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23
Why Braves will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series

Why Braves will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series

Despite sitting at +1600 to +2000 odds on most sportsbooks to win the 2026 World Series, the Atlanta Braves possess every ingredient for a championship run, a fully healthy superstar, a rotation headlined by two genuine aces, and a bullpen that was surgically rebuilt over the winter.

Spencer Strider News / Yardbarker / March 23
Braves' rotation takes another hit with Spencer Strider injury

Braves' rotation takes another hit with Spencer Strider injury

An already injured starting rotation in Atlanta took another major blow Monday.

Cubs reportedly close to extension with Pete Crow-Armstrong
Cubs to be without OF Seiya Suzuki for beginning of season
Dodgers make a surprising move before Opening Day
Phillies' Zack Wheeler could be back sooner than expected
Why did top prospect Konnor Griffin miss Pirates' Opening Day roster?
Former MVP makes Opening Day roster for Rangers
Didier Fuentes News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 22
Braves Reportedly Shed Light on Plan for Spring Star Didier Fuentes

Braves Reportedly Shed Light on Plan for Spring Star Didier Fuentes

The Atlanta Braves somewhat unexpectedly decided to add pitching prospect Didier Fuentes to the big league club's bullpen for Opening Day. And now, Atlanta's reported plan for the young right-handed pitcher has revealed how the team intends to deploy the 20-year-old at the start of the season.

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / March 21
Atlanta Braves Add Two Infielders To Roster To Bolster Depth

Atlanta Braves Add Two Infielders To Roster To Bolster Depth

The Atlanta Braves aren’t wasting sweet time tightening the roster before Opening Day. With unexpected gaps and shifting depth, the front office is making calculated, low-risk moves to stabilize the lineup early.

Rowdy Tellez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21
Braves adding former 35-home run slugger

Braves adding former 35-home run slugger

The Atlanta Braves are taking a flier on a beefy slugger in free agency. The Braves are reportedly signing left-handed hitter Rowdy Tellez to a contract.

Jurickson Profar News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19
MLB has made a decision on Jurickson Profar's 162-game suspension

MLB has made a decision on Jurickson Profar's 162-game suspension

Atlanta Braves veteran Jurickson Profar received a 162-game suspension for testing positive for PEDs for the second time in his career. Profar decided to appeal the ruling, but the official decision came from the league on Thursday.

Didier Fuentes News / Yardbarker / March 13
Didier Fuentes may be forcing himself into Braves rotation plans

Didier Fuentes may be forcing himself into Braves rotation plans

Didier Fuentes was not expected to make the Atlanta Braves' Opening Day roster, despite several injuries in their projected rotation. He may be forcing the Braves to reconsider.

One worrisome observation from each MLB team at spring training's halfway point
The 'National League Rookies of the Year' quiz

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