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Martin Perez News / Battery Power / August 30
Martin Perez, taking care of business, more 
Martin Perez has given this Braves team 121.0 important innings of reasonably well pitched and fortunate innings this season. It was far from a lock that he would make the roster and he was even DFA’d, but those innings have been very important to Atlanta’s current position.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 29
Michael Harris II's clutch double enables Braves to drop Rockies
Michael Harris II laced a go-ahead two-run double in the eighth inning on Saturday to help the streaking Atlanta Braves earn a 2-1 victory over the visiting Colorado Rockies.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 29
Braves offense does just enough to back stellar pitching
After a late scratch of the Rockies’ starting pitcher, the Braves were hoping to secure a series win against the Colorado bullpen with Martin Perez on the mound.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Battery Power / August 29
Start of Braves-Rockies delayed due to rain
The bad news is that today’s game between the Atlanta Braves and the Colorado Rockies won’t be starting on time. The tarp has been on the field for just over half an hour now , as scattered showers have once again hit The Battery.
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.
Mauricio Dubon News / Battery Power / August 29
Mauricio Dubon returns to the cleanup spot, playing shortstop
After a good night from Ronald Acuna on Friday, he slots back in batting second behind Baldwin, as Mauricio Dubon returns to batting cleanup. The Braves have a fairly soft pitching matchup tonight, so hopefully they can get some more offensive momentum going.
Martin Perez News / Battery Power / August 29
Braves look for series win behind Martin Perez
Well after two electric series against the two best teams in the NL, the Braves have quite the drop-off in competition, facing the Rockies. They took care of business on Friday night behind Grant Holmes and will now hope for another win behind Martin Perez in what is a favorable pitching matchup for Atlanta, despite Perez’ unspectacular pitching.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 29
Braves seek sixth straight win, as they face woeful Rockies
The Atlanta Braves will continue their quest to avoid the wild-card round in October when they host the Colorado Rockies in the second game of their three-game series on Saturday night.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 29
Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach updates, and more
The Atlanta Braves received some unfortunate news on the pitching front Friday, as two starting pitchers will be undergoing surgery. Right-hander Hurston Waldrep will undergo Tommy John surgery, requiring him to miss all of the 2027 season.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 29
Reynaldo López Takes Another Step Closer to Braves Return
Reynaldo López turned to the mound for Triple-A Gwinnett as he got one step closer to returning to the Atlanta Braves pitching staff. He tossed another five innings on Friday and stretched out his pitch count to 70 pitches.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 29
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Schwellenbach, Santander, Waldrep
These past two years have not been exactly what the Blue Jays have wanted from Anthony Santander. But it is possible that Santander, on the IL, could come back in September.
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.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 28
Michael Harris II's extra-base hits lead Braves past Rockies
Michael Harris II homered, doubled and drove in three runs, Ronald Acuna Jr. added three hits and three runs, and the host Atlanta Braves beat the Colorado Rockies 6-4 on Friday.
Spencer Strider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28
2 Braves pitchers set to undergo surgery, Spencer Strider’s outlook remains uncertain
The Atlanta Braves continue to lead the National League East. Chris Sale just clinched a series sweep for the Braves against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a dominant shutout performance, as Atlanta earned a 1-0 victory on Wednesday.
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Braves Announce Abrupt Decision on 26-Year-Old Pitcher
The Atlanta Braves will open a weekend homestand against the Colorado Rockies with fresh momentum and one small but telling roster adjustment already complete.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28
Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep To Undergo Elbow Surgery
Two Braves right-handers will undergo elbow surgery, per Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach is undergoing surgery for the same elbow fracture he dealt with last year while Hurston Waldrep will have Tommy John surgery.
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.
Drake Baldwin News / New Baseball Media / August 27
2026 MLB Draft Review: Atlanta Braves
Armed with two first-round picks, including the ninth-overall pick, the Atlanta Braves had a lot of money to play with for the 2026 MLB Draft. The Braves made the most of it, bringing in two high-profile college hitters, plus a slew of notable high school pitching prospects into an organization known for producing pitchers.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Announcement After Removal From Lineup
It is no secret that Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has struggled since being activated off the 10-day injured list back in late July. His numbers this season fall well short of his usual standards.
Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / August 27
Dubón Slashes Path to Cleanup Spot for Braves
Forget the big brawny power hitters everyone expects in the fourth spot. The Atlanta Braves have officially flipped the script by placing Mauricio Dubón in the cleanup role as they enter the season’s most influential stretch.
Ha-seong Kim News / EasySportz / August 27
Ha-Seong Kim Walks Off Dodgers as Braves Win 6-5
The Atlanta Braves delivered another dramatic victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night, rallying for a 6-5 walk-off win at Truist Park.
Sean Murphy News / SportsTalkATL / August 27
The Braves are finally using Sean Murphy the right way
Ha-Seong Kim will grab all the headlines Thursday morning, and rightfully so — movie directors couldn’t have written that script. But the performance from Sean Murphy last night shouldn’t get lost in Kim’s heroics.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 26
Two veteran players the Braves could consider extending right now
Over the years, the Braves have issued a plethora of early extensions to their young talent. Some have worked out wonderfully. Others haven’t aged as well.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 26
Four under the radar prospects Braves fans must know
The Braves farm system has made leaps and bounds this season, with several new faces inside the top 100 prospects overall and others who could join them in the not-too-distant future.
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 25
Atlanta Braves Make Decision with 21-Year-Old Pitcher on Tuesday
The Atlanta Braves made a roster adjustment in their minor league system Tuesday as they prepared to open a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Truist Park.
MLB 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.
Jacob Shafer News / Viral Sports News / August 24
Atlanta Braves Part Ways With Struggling Pitcher
The Atlanta Braves released right-handed pitcher Jacob Shafer from their High-A affiliate, the Rome Emperors, according to minor-league transaction reports on Monday.
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