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Braves pick up $7M option on 3-time All-Star Ozzie Albies

The Atlanta Braves picked up the $7 million contract option for 2026 on second baseman Ozzie Albies on Thursday. Three-time All-Star was secured at a bargain price and will make $7 million for the fourth straight season.

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Braves Outright Four Players, Clear Space to Reinstate Injured Stars

The Atlanta Braves' whirlwind of moves keeps coming on Thursday. To reinstate players from the 60-day injured list, the Braves outrighted four players to Triple-A Gwinnett: left-hander Austin Cox, right-hander Joel Payamps, catcher Chuckie Robinson and outfielder Carlos Rodríguez.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / November 6

Braves' $12.5 million decision signals aggressive free agency push in much-needed position group

The Atlanta Braves made two surprising decisions on Thursday that could set them up in a big way.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

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

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

Braves make changes in Baseball Operations department

It’s been a wild first week of the offseason for the Braves, and the excitement is just beginning. Lost in all the coaching hires and player decisions, Atlanta also made a couple of promotions within their Baseball Operations department.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Braves decline contract option of former 1st-round pick

The Atlanta Braves are going through plenty of changes as an organization, seeing Walt Weiss replace Brian Snitker as manager. As they prepare to refine their roster for 2026, Atlanta has made a crucial pitching decision.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

Braves make another surprise, declining Pierce Johnson’s option

The decisions the Braves faced regarding their club options seemed pretty cut and dry, but apparently not. Jon Heyman reported earlier today that Atlanta will not be picking up the $5.5 million option on reliever Tyler Kinley.

Pierce Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Braves decline club option on veteran reliever

The Braves will decline their $7M club option on right-handed reliever Pierce Johnson. He’ll receive a $250K buyout and become a free agent.

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 6

Two Braves Players Named to Arizona Fall League 'Fall Star Game'

Two Atlanta Braves players have been selected to the Arizona Fall League's All-Star Game, cleverly labeled as the "Fall Star Game." Infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

Braves make surprising decision on Tyler Kinley’s option

Despite MLB Network’s Jon Morosi reporting earlier in the week that the Braves were expected to pick up their $5.5 million club option on Tyler Kinley, Atlanta has decided to decline it, according to Jon Heyman.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 6

Braves Announce Front Office Promotions as Changes Continue

The Atlanta Braves organizational shakeup continues. They announced Thursday morning that two front office members received promotions Adam Sonabend has been promoted to assistant general manager of Major League operations.

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The 'Rookie TD pass leaders by team' quiz

The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

Braves Chairman Terry McGuirk aims for top-five payroll

It’s been an unexpectedly disappointing 12 months for Braves fans. After entering the season with the second-best odds to win the World Series, Atlanta missed the postseason for the first time since 2017.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 6

Baseball America Reveals Braves Top 2026 Prospects

As the focus shifts to 2026, so does prospect evaluation. Baseball America released its top prospects for each MLB team for 2026, including breakdowns of which players were the best based on their tools.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

5 Buy-Low Free Agent Targets For The Braves

If you’ve followed the Braves long enough, you know they love a good buy-low free-agent target. Since Alex Anthopoulos took over as general manager, the Braves have rarely shopped in the more expensive aisles.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

What Mets fans are saying about the Braves new coaches

On Wednesday, the Atlanta Braves announced their first two coaching hires following the decision to promote Walt Weiss to manager. Jeremy Hefner will replace Rick Kranitz as the team’s pitching coach, while Antoan Richardson joins the staff as first base coach.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 6

Is this the offseason the Braves finally trade a piece of their core?

Two years ago, following a second consecutive postseason collapse at the hands of the Phillies after winning 100-plus games, longtime Atlanta journalist Jeff Schultz wasn’t afraid to ask the unpopular question.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Braves hire 2 coaches away from division rival

The Atlanta Braves are shaking up their coaching staff by poaching from a division rival. The Braves are hiring Jeremy Hefner as their new pitching coach and Antoan Richardson as their new first base coach.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 6

Atlanta Braves kick Chris Sale can down the road

Chris Sale has arguably been the best pitcher on the Atlanta Braves since he was acquired during the 2023-24 offseason.

Max Scherzer linked to NL Central team amid uncertain future

Detroit Tigers reportedly are willing to trade Tarik Skubal this offseason

Reds have saved big in hopes of pursuing Kyle Schwarber in free agency

MLB reveals finalists for major awards

Offseason needs for every MLB team

Raisel Iglesias News / SportsTalkATL / November 5

Report: Braves expected to show 'quick interest' in Raisel Iglesias

According to Francys Romero, the Atlanta Braves, along with several other teams, are expected to show interest in free-agent closer Raisel Iglesias, who is reportedly seeking a two-year deal.