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Braves Re-Sign Right-Handed Reliever to One-Year Contract

The Atlanta Braves lock down another member of the bullpen. They announced that they had re-signed right-hander Joel Payamps to a one-year, $2.25 million contract. Payamps was initially picked up by the Braves off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Braves re-sign pitcher Joel Payamps

The Braves announced that they have signed right-hander Joel Payamps to a one-year, $2.25M deal.

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Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 23

2025 Atlanta Braves Performance Review: Matt Olson

In a season of almost constant disappointment for the Atlanta Braves, Matt Olson proved to be one of the standout exceptions. He put on an award-winning season that earned him the chance to be an All-Star in front of his hometown crowd in Atlanta. In 2025, Olson batted .272 with 29 home runs and 95 RBIs.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 23

A Trend Connecting Braves Early Offseason Pitching Moves

In the early weeks of the offseason, the Atlanta Braves have already been at work switching up the pitching staff. How they set everything up will determine the makeup of the team for the season and its outlook. However, there is a trend when looking at the finer details.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 23

Projecting Braves Lineup if 2026 Season Started Right Now

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 22

Atlanta Braves Agree to Minor League Deal with Journeyman Outfielder

The Atlanta Braves add more outfield depth to the system. They have signed Brewer Hicklen to a Minor League deal. The 29-year-old outfielder has played parts of three MLB seasons with the Royals, Brewers and Tigers.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22

Braves sign pair of players

The Atlanta Braves opened their offseason with a clear signal from the front office. In one of the club’s first 2025 offseason moves, Atlanta reached one year deals with outfielder Eli White and left handed pitcher Joey Wentz.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 21

Former Braves top prospect Carlos Rodriguez getting big opportunity with Padres

The Padres are expected to sign outfielder Carlos Rodriguez.

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Mauricio Dubon News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Braves, Mauricio Dubon agree to $6.1 million contract

The Atlanta Braves made a significant trade on Thursday, sending out starting shortstop Nick Allen for utilityman Mauricio Dubon. It opens up a need for them at shortstop, but Dubon has already been given a vote of confidence by the organization.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 21

Braves ink one-year deals with three players

The deadline to tender contracts to arbitration-eligible players is today. The Braves entered the day with a handful of candidates who could be non-tendered.

Grant Holmes News / SportsTalkATL / November 21

Braves encouraged by the progress of Grant Holmes

When it was announced that Grant Holmes would be shut down for the season with a UCL injury, the immediate assumption was that he’d undergo either Tommy John surgery or an InternalBrace procedure — both of which would’ve wiped out his entire 2026 season as well.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 21

Braves Making Final Decisions on Non-Tender Candidates

The Atlanta Braves have made further decisions on who will be part of the 2026 plans. The team has tendered outfielder Eli White, utility man Mauricio Dubon and starter Joey Wentz.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 21

Braves view Mauricio Dubon as a potential starting SS

Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos met with reporters on Wednesday after the team acquired Mauricio Dubón from the Astros for Nick Allen.

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Braves Reach Agreement with a Top 2025 Waiver Wire Addition

The Atlanta Braves locked down another member of last year’s team. They announced they agreed to a one-year, split contract with infielder Vidal Bruján.

Atlanta Braves News / KO on SI / November 20

Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez Reveals “No Game Plan” Against Fernando Martinez

Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez has opened up about his looming showdown with Fernando Daniel Martinez this weekend in Saudi Arabia. Both the WBC World Super Flyweight and the WBO Super Flyweight titles are on the line when the two meet in the ring for this marquee match-up.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 20

Braves Among 8 Teams on World Series MVP's No-Trade List

If the Atlanta Braves wish to make a move for a big-time shortstop, it could require getting approval from the player himself. According to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, the Braves are among the eight teams on Corey Seager's no-trade list.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 20

Recent development raises new concerns for Braves bullpen

The Braves re-signing Raisel Iglesias takes care of the biggest hole in the bullpen at the closer spot, but a recent development adds even more concern for the group as a whole.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 20

History suggests more Braves moves likely to come very soon

The Atlanta Braves have started getting to work on what will likely be a very busy offseason, signing Raisel Iglesias to a one-year deal and acquiring Mauricio Dubon from the Astros.

Alek Manoah News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 20

Could a Healthy Alek Manoah Make an Impact on 2026 Braves?

In the final days of the 2025 season, Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos made the move to add an arm with All-Star experience to the roster.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 20

Braves rumors: Atlanta needs a shortstop, but there’s a big problem

The Atlanta Braves entered MLB Free Agency with a clear need at shortstop, but their free agency hopes quickly tightened after the Braves traded for Mauricio Dubon and watched the market stall around potential top target Ha-Seong Kim.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / November 20

Ken Rosenthal on Corey Seager being an option for the Braves

It’s easy to see why the Braves quickly moved to acquire Mauricio Dubon to kick off the offseason. He cost essentially nothing, raises the floor at shortstop, and could serve as an ultra-valuable super-utility piece if Atlanta lands a better option before the season starts.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 20

Braves aren't wasting any time with roster reconstruction

The Atlanta Braves had a disappointing season in 2025, finishing fourth in the National League East at 76-86. They're wasting no time retooling in hopes of a return to contention in 2026.

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