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MLB News / Battery Power / August 31
Braves drop makeup game to Giants after a successful streak 
And so it ends… Just as the Atlanta Braves were on a hot streak, the San Francisco Giants took the power back in this makeup game with a 7-3 win. The Giants’ Rafael Devers set the tone with a home run in the top of the first inning.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 31
Braves Chat and Discussion: Bryce Elder vs Anthony Molina
One and done for the Atlanta Braves to pull off a seven-game win streak against the San-Francisco Giants in this makeup game. Tune in at 6:05 p.m. ET Lineups Preview
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 31
Braves Add 1.26 ERA Pitcher in Major Late-Season Decision
The Atlanta Braves are set to add a fresh arm as September roster expansion arrives. Before they open a series against the Washington Nationals, the club plans to select the contract of 25-year-old right-hander Blake Burkhalter, giving the former Auburn pitcher his first chance in the majors.
The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to hit three home runs in one game fore each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
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 / SportsTalkATL / August 31
Exciting prospect Blake Burkhalter among Braves’ September call ups
The Braves’ roster will expand to 28 players tomorrow, allowing the club to add one pitcher and one position player. According to Grant McAuley, those players will be prospect reliever Blake Burkhalter and veteran Kyle Farmer.
Drake Baldwin News / Battery Power / August 31
Baldwin leading off in makeup game against the Giants
The stage is set to kick off the Atlanta Braves makeup game against the San Francisco Giants. Let’s look at these rosters. Drake Baldwin is leading the team off with Mike Yastrzemski set to finish in the nine-hole.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 31
Why Braves may have quietly won MLB trade deadline
The Atlanta Braves are playing quality baseball at the moment. It seemed as if they were one of the losers at the MLB trade deadline, but that may not be the case.
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.
Eric Hartman News / SportsTalkATL / August 31
Braves prospects continue to set records and earn promotions
It’s been an unbelievable year for a slew of the Braves youngest and most talented prospects — one that is set to make 2027 a very exciting season, as we could start discussing some of these guys making their MLB debuts.
Bryce Elder News / Battery Power / August 31
Bryce Elder gets the start to face the Giants
Two series sweeps, a six-game win streak, and a lot of momentum to face the San Francisco Giants… can Bryce Elder continue this run for the Atlanta Braves?
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 31
Three big stats to keep in mind as Braves move into September
The regular season is winding down and the Atlanta Braves are in pole position to get back on top of the NL East as champions once again. With that being
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 31
An all-around look at the Braves race to the playoffs
A seven-game win streak has the Braves’ playoff odds looking much more encouraging than they did a week ago. They’re right back in the thick of the race for a first-round bye and the top overall seed in the National League, but at the same time, the NL East crown is far from a sure thing.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 31
Grading Braves Deadline Moves After Four Weeks of Action
It's been nearly one month since the MLB trade deadline, giving us a clearer picture of how solid these moves were. The Atlanta Braves left the deadline without many positive reviews.
Spencer Schwellenbach News / SportsTalkATL / August 31
The career of Spencer Schwellenbach might already be in jeopardy
Injuries have been a problem in Atlanta over the last several seasons, but nobody has been plagued more than the Braves’ young pitchers. That unavoidable truth took another nasty turn over the weekend, when it was announced both Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Schwellenbach will go under the knife again.
Alex Anthopoulos News / SportsTalkATL / August 31
Is it time to give Alex Anthopoulos his flowers for his work at the trade deadline?
It’s crazy how quickly things can change in Major League Baseball. A week ago, it felt like the Braves’ entire season was slipping away. Seven wins later, they’re right back in the conversation for the No.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / August 31
Royals All-Star Comments on Ronald Acuna Jr.'s Decision
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel García shared a candid perspective on his cousin Ronald Acuña Jr.’s contract, arguing the Atlanta Braves star should have no regrets about securing his $100 million extension despite his injury history.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 31
Is this Braves team weird?
I have strong feelings about this that will be its own separate post at some point, probably this week. But, what do you think? We’re five-sixths-ish of the way done with the season on a calendar month basis, and the Braves are very good in terms of record… but the way they’ve gotten there has been somewhere between bizarre and absurd.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 31
Series Sweep of Rockies, Seven Straight Wins for Braves, More
If there is one thing about the Atlanta Braves, they currently enjoy dramatic baseball. Fortunately, they also enjoy winning baseball. Matt Olson provided the latest chapter with a walk-off hit to earn the Braves a 3-2 victory and a series sweep over the Rockies.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 31
Sizzling Braves motivated to play rescheduled game vs. Giants
Typically, an awkward one-game standalone series can make for an unwanted blip on a team's schedule -- especially when it originally was an off day. For the streaking Atlanta Braves, though, it gives them a chance to stay hot.
Matt Olson News / Field Level Media / August 30
Matt Olson’s walk-off lifts Braves over Rockies for 7th straight win
Matt Olson hit a walk-off single in the 10th inning to lift the streaking Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the visiting Colorado Rockies on Sunday afternoon.
Tyler Mahle News / Field Level Media / August 30
Behind Tyler Mahle, Braves bid for season sweep of Rockies
This time last week, the Atlanta Braves were searching for answers amid a lackluster road trip. Entering the series finale of a three-game set against the visiting Colorado Rockies on Sunday afternoon, the vibes have completely shifted.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 28
Braves get worst-case injury updates on Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach
The Atlanta Braves pitching has been decimated by injuries throughout the entire 2026 season. The outlook for next season is already a bit bleak as well.
The 'League strikeout leaders by season' quiz
How many of the league leaders in Ks for both the American and National League since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Chris Sale drops a legendary three-word line after shutting out the Dodgers
Chris Sale reacted to his masterpiece on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a way that only Chris Sale could. The Atlanta Braves ace lefty Sale threw an absolute gem on Thursday versus the powerhouse Dodgers.
Tyler Kinley News / Yardbarker / August 24
Tigers bolster bullpen with signing of former Braves reliever Tyler Kinley
The Detroit Tigers have signed Kinley to a major league deal to bolster their bullpen amid their recent struggles.
Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Chris Sale absolutely refuses to partake in one Little League Classic tradition
The Atlanta Braves and Milwaukee Brewers are facing off in the annual Little League Classic on Sunday night. The game is an opportunity for professionals and Little Leaguers to mingle, but Braves ace Chris Sale is skipping at least one tradition.
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