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Braves Late Legendary Owner Ted Turner on Ballot for Hall of Fame

The late Ted Turner is up for consideration for baseball immortality. The National Baseball Hall of Fame has announced their contemporary era ballot for managers, executives and umpires, and Turner is on the list.

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2026 Atlanta Braves Player Review: Kyle Farmer

The Braves gave veteran infielder Kyle Farmer the opportunity to return to his hometown of Atlanta. They didn’t give him much of an opportunity to do much else, though, as Farmer spent most of the season on the big league roster but barely played.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / November 2

Former Atlanta Braves owner Ted Turner named as Baseball Hall of Fame candidate

It looks like Braves Country will be on Hall of Fame Watch once again this offseason, as another Atlanta luminary has been named to the Contemporary Baseball Era ballot for the 2027 class of the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 2

As Free Agent Deadline Looms, Here's Who Braves Could Be Set to Lose

Once 5 p.m. rolls around on Monday, every unrestricted free agent hitting the market will have the freedom to sign with whoever they choose. The Atlanta Braves have 11 major league players who are set to hit the market.

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MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Mauricio Dubon News / Battery Power / November 2

What should the utility Gold Glove criteria be?

Mauricio Dubon won another Gold Glove for the “utility position” yesterday. Good for him! It wasn’t a standout defensive year for him overall (+3 FRV in

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / November 2

Gold Gloves for Matt Olson and Mauricio Dubon, More

The Braves defense returned to being a strength of the team in 2026. And for the second straight year, Mauricio Dubon and Matt Olson won Gold Gloves as big reasons for the rebound.

Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 1

Braves Matt Olson, Mauricio Dubón Claim Latest Gold Glove Awards, Teammates Fall Short

The Gold Glove Awards for the 2026 season have been announced, and the Atlanta Braves are once again represented during award season. Matt Olson and Mauricio Dubón took home their latest Gold Glove Awards.

Owen Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 1

Owen Murphy Showed Control in the Majors, but Command Is the Next Test

Owen Murphy is one of the prospects I've covered as part of my ongoing Braves Prospect Report series, so be on the lookout for his full profile, which hasn't been released yet.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 1

Braves Re-Sign Minor League Bat with 30 HR During 2026 Season

The Atlanta Braves are reportedly keeping a surprise power bat around in the minor league system. According to Boston-area sports reporter Ari Alexander, infielder Jordan Groshans is back on a minor-league contract.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 1

Braves Could Face Tough Roster Cuts as Key Offseason Deadline Approaches

Everyone loves a big free-agent signing, but some of the most important offseason decisions happen well before the headlines. On Nov. 20, the Atlanta Braves have to decide which arbitration-eligible players they're going to keep.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 1

Braves Sign Vidal Bruján To Minor League Deal

The Braves have brought in infielder Vidal Bruján on a minor league pact, according to his transactions log at MiLB.com. He will report to Triple-A Gwinnett as a depth option.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Atlanta Braves News / Baseball Now / October 31

Braves Need To At Least Try To Trade For Shortstop On NL East Rival

Had it not been for Mauricio Dubon stepping up last season, the Braves would have been a disaster at shortstop. The Braves signed Ha-Seong Kim in the offseason, but he suffered an injury before the season started.

Diego Tornes News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 31

Braves Prospect Report: Diego Tornes Is Electric, Raw and Worth the Wait

Diego Tornes was just 16 years old when he signed with the Atlanta Braves in January 2025. The raw tools are there for the Cuban outfielder, but that's what they are – raw.

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Ha-seong Kim News / Viral Sports News / October 30

Atlanta Braves Officially Cut Ties With $20 Million Bust

The Atlanta Braves entered last offseason in search of shortstop stability and responded by handing Ha-Seong Kim a one-year, $20 million deal. At the time, the move made a certain amount of sense.

Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / October 30

3 More Decisions for Braves After Exercising Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies' Options

Two of the Atlanta Braves' key contributors over the last decade will officially be back with the team in 2027. The Braves announced Thursday that they've exercised the options for outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / October 29

Braves pick up club options on OF Ronald Acuna Jr., 2B Ozzie Albies

The Atlanta Braves exercised their 2027 club options on outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. and second baseman Ozzie Albies on Thursday. Acuna will make $17 million next year while Albies will make $7 million.

Ozzie Albies News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 29

Braves Exercise Options On Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies

The Braves announced they’ve picked up their options on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies. Acuña will make $17MM next season, while Albies will match this year’s $7MM salary.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 28

The Braves’ Other Middle Infield Question

The Braves have the most glaring shortstop need in MLB. Mauricio Dubón and Ha-Seong Kim are impending free agents, leaving Jim Jarvis as the top in-house option.

Jurickson Profar News / SportsTalkATL / October 28

Jurickson Profar comes out of hiding for first time since suspension

Jurickson Profar took the field yesterday for the first time since his second PED suspension as a member of the Braves — a 162-game ban that cost him all of 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 28

Contract projections revealed for Mauricio Dubon, Raisel Iglesias

Jim Bowden of The Athletic recently released his contract projections for the top 40 free agents this offseason. On that list were Mauricio Dubon and Raisel Iglesias, both of whom the Braves should be very interested in bringing back at the right price.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 28

5 Free Agents The Braves Should Target: Outfielders

The Braves are in a bit of a pinch when it comes to free agency. There are a ton of impact starting pitchers available, and there are always good relievers to be had, but the two places where Atlanta could really stand to upgrade its lineup don’t have much to offer on the open market.