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Lane Thomas Embracing New Role Since Joining Atlanta Braves

When Lane Thomas was pulled mid-game out in Colorado on Aug. 1, his role in baseball experienced a shift. He went from being the everyday centerfielder in Kansas City to being a platoon corner outfielder on the Atlanta Braves.

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What would (or did) you ask at Braves Alumni Weekend?

The Atlanta Braves are having their annual Alumni Weekend during this series with the Diamondbacks. Over 60 former players and coaches were in attendance.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 14

Braves get blanked by Diamondbacks in series opener

There couldn’t have been a worse start to a series after coming off a high from the last one. …Well, I guess there could always be worse. The Atlanta Braves fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 2-0 shutout to open their series on Friday night.

Jim Jarvis News / Battery Power / August 14

Jim Jarvis back in lineup as Braves face off against Diamondbacks

The stage is set for the Atlanta Braves to take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Let’s take a look at the rosters. Drake Baldwin is back in the leading spot and playing catcher.

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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?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 14

Atlanta Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision After Mets Series

The Atlanta Braves continue to hold a firm grip on the National League East, entering the weekend with a 73-48 record and a nine-game cushion over the rest of the division.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 14

Braves Sign Pair of Players to Minor League Contracts

The Atlanta Braves have added some minor league depth to their system over the last week. According to their transaction page, they have signed infielder Cade Doughty and left-hander Tanner Bauman to minor league contracts.

Chris Sale News / Battery Power / August 14

Chris Sale set to kick off Diamondback series

Welcome back, Braves Country! It’s nice to come back refreshed after a series win. And even better when it’s against the division rivals, the New York Mets.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 14

MLB.com Names Braves New Top Prospect, 2026 Picks Added to Top 30

There is a new top prospect in the Atlanta Braves organization. Rising prospect Eric Hartman has dethroned Cam Caminiti in MLB.com's updated rankings. Hartman wasn't in the top-30 until this season and quickly jumped into the top three.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 14

Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Diamondbacks

The Atlanta Braves stay at home and are set to host the Arizona Diamondbacks over the weekend. They're coming off a series win against the New York Mets, salvaging what had been a disappointing showing against the rival this season.

Ken Rosenthal News / SportsTalkATL / August 14

Jacob deGrom may have done the Braves a huge favor

Ken Rosenthal was all over the Braves’ interest in Jacob deGrom at the deadline, even going as far as to say a deal was essentially done — all Atlanta needed was deGrom’s approval, since he holds a full no-trade clause.

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.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Robert Suarez News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

What’s a timeline look like for Robert Suarez to return?

Walt Weiss provided an encouraging update on All-Star reliever Robert Suarez ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Mets. He’ll begin a throwing program Thursday as he attempts to return from the elbow inflammation that’s kept him out since the middle of June.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

Where does the Braves farm system rank after the trade deadline?

The Braves were reportedly involved on several big names at the trade deadline. They were willing to trade multiple top prospects for Tarik Skubal. They had a deal done for Jacob deGrom before it fell through because of his no-trade clause.

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The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

What FanGraphs says about the Braves’ race for the No. 1 seed

Following last night’s win, the Braves have a 9.5-game lead over the Phillies with just over six weeks left to play. According to FanGraphs, that puts them at a 99.8% chance of making the playoffs and a 96.3% chance of winning the NL East.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

Tyler Mahle is becoming another classic Alex Anthopoulos find

Despite Alex Anthopoulos spouting off about adding a frontline starter, the only arm the Braves brought in was Tyler Mahle, a pending free agent sporting an ERA north of 5.00 who cost about the price of a bag of potato chips.

Tyler Mahle News / Field Level Media / August 12

Tyler Mahle, Braves hold Mets in check to take rubber match

Tyler Mahle pitched six strong innings and was supported by three solo homers as the Atlanta Braves defeated the visiting New York Mets 6-3 on Wednesday.

Martin Perez News / Field Level Media / August 11

Martin Perez puts up more zeroes as Braves blank Mets

Veteran left-hander Martin Perez threw six scoreless innings while Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson homered to help the Atlanta Braves defeat the visiting New York Mets 4-0 on Tuesday to even their three-game series.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11

Why Braves are facing ‘interesting’ roster decisions

The Atlanta Braves could soon face a crowded rotation as their pitching depth improves during the season’s final weeks. AJ Smith-Shawver strengthened his case Tuesday night with 6 1/3 scoreless innings for Triple-A Gwinnett, allowing one hit while throwing 95 pitches.

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.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Braves Get Positive Update on Injured All-Star

The Atlanta Braves received an encouraging update Monday as All-Star right-hander Reynaldo López resumed playing catch, marking another step in his recovery from left knee inflammation.

Jorge Mateo News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10

Braves Release Jorge Mateo

The Braves have released infielder/outfielder Jorge Mateo, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He had been designated for assignment by the club last week.

Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 10

Atlanta Braves Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The Atlanta Braves have officially released utility player Jorge Mateo, bringing an end to his brief tenure with the club just after their series against the New York Yankees.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9

Putting Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski surpassing 200 strikeouts in perspective

As always, Jacob Misiorowski did his part in the Milwaukee Brewers' win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. And while he wasn't able to earn the win—Milwaukee

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer reaches historic MLB milestone vs. Phillies

On deck: Brewers-Dodgers, pivotal AL Central series in spotlight

The '10-K games with less than 100 pitches' quiz