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Walt Weiss provides Drake Baldwin return timeline

Over the weekend, Alex Anthopoulos gave us a hint of when Braves star catcher Drake Baldwin might return, saying his oblique injury typically requires a 3-4 week recovery and that the club would err on the side of caution given the circumstances.

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Just How Bad Has Braves SS Ha-Seong Kim Been Struggling?

To say Ha-Seong Kim is struggling is an understatement. The Korean SS couldn’t play for his national team at the World Baseball Classic after tearing a tendon in his middle finger.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

Strange But True: Jorge Mateo Was A Higher Ranked Prospect Than Aaron Judge

The Braves announced their lineup for the series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays, and there are no changes at shortstop — with Jorge Mateo once again getting the nod over Ha-Seong Kim.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 2

Veteran reveals Braves’ real secret for success in 2026

With the Atlanta Braves about to start a series against the Toronto Blue Jays, the team is entering the slate of games with the best record in all of the MLB at 40-20.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2

Braves Select Carlos Carrasco

The Braves announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Carlos Carrasco. The righty takes the 40-man spot that was opened when he himself was designated for assignment a few days ago.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

Spencer Schwellenbach on the hope of rejoining the Braves in 2026

Of the four Braves pitchers that came into the season rehabbing significant injuries — Spencer Strider, Hurston Waldrep, AJ Smith-Shawver, and Spencer Schwellenbach — Schwellenbach felt like the most unlikely to return in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

Carlos Carrasco is back with the Braves

Carlos Carrasco seems to be following the Jesse Chavez blueprint. He’s been designated for assignment a half-dozen times already this season and always finds his way back.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

Ranking the Atlanta Braves 5 best trade chips

All signs point to the Atlanta Braves being very active at this year’s trade deadline. They have one of the best rosters in the game, some clear areas for upgrades, and the prospect capital to do just about anything they want.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

How many Braves are on track to make the All-Star Game?

The Braves have the best record in baseball, and with that comes a shot at hardware across the board come season’s end. Chris Sale is once again in the thick of the NL Cy Young race.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / June 1

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. strives to continue HR tear vs. Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays will try to cool off the bat of Braves slugger Ronald Acuna Jr. when they open a three-game series in Atlanta on Tuesday. Acuna has homered in four straight games, with five homers during that time, and appears to be regaining the form that was slowed by an early-season injury.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 1

ESPN pundit says the NL East race is over, Braves can’t be caught

It was around this time in 2022 that Sal Licata infamously declared the NL East over, insisting it would be impossible for the Braves to catch the Mets, who owned a 10.5 game lead at the time.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / June 1

Atlanta Braves Injury: Spencer Schwellenbach Gets Update on Return Timeline

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach has been out for the team since June of last season. Schwellenbach went down with a fractured right elbow and was expected to be ready for the start of the season.

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Carlos Carrasco News / SportsTalkATL / June 1

Braves make roster move, Carlos Carrasco elects free agency

The Braves designated Carlos Carrasco for assignment last Friday for what feels like the 30th time this season. He cleared waivers and was outrighted to Gwinnett; however, he has instead elected free agency.

Hurston Waldrep News / SportsTalkATL / June 1

Hurston Waldrep passes initial test in return to the mound

After undergoing surgery in February, Hurston Waldrep returned to the mound for the first time on Monday afternoon, beginning his rehab assignment in the Florida Complex League.

Drake Baldwin News / Athlon Sports / June 1

When Will Atlanta Braves Star Drake Baldwin Return From Injury?

The Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin has been out for the team on the 10-day injured list since May 19th with a strained right oblique muscle. Baldwin was removed from a game in mid-May against the Miami Marlins after feeling discomfort while batting.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 1

Walt Weiss deserves more credit for the Braves success

Because the Braves have been perennial playoff contenders with a roster full of All-Stars, the odds of Walt Weiss taking home Manager of the Year in his first season aren’t particularly high.

Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 1

Braves Outright Carlos Carrasco

The Braves announced this morning that righty Carlos Carrasco went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Gwinnett. Carrasco has the right to reject the assignment in favor of free agency.

Alex Anthopoulos News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

Alex Anthopoulos discusses expectations for the Braves trade deadline

The Braves are in a remarkably fun position as the trade deadline inches closer. They’ve been the best team in baseball since Opening Day and have an opportunity to load up and make a serious push for another World Series under Alex Anthopoulos.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 1

Alex Anthopoulos provides update on Drake Baldwin

Braves star catcher Drake Baldwin has been out since May 18th after suffering a Grade 1 oblique strain. It was the best possible diagnosis given the alternatives, but it’s still an incredibly tricky injury to recover from — particularly for a catcher, a position that puts a unique amount of stress on the body.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1

Craig Kimbrel’s Rays stint takes an unfortunate turn after just one appearance

The Tampa Bay Rays will have to wait a little longer before they can send veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel back to the mound. After just one appearance with Tampa Bay, Kimbrel was placed by the Rays on the 15-day injured list on Sunday due to a right wrist strain, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.

Hurston Waldrep News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 31

Braves Determine Next Step for Hurston Waldrep Recovery

Hurston Waldrep is getting closer to his return to the Atlanta Braves. According to general manager Alex Anthopoulos, the right-hander is set to start his rehab assignment on Monday.

JR Ritchie News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 31

Braves Pitching Prospect JR Ritchie Struggles in Latest Triple-A Start

One of the Atlanta Braves' top pitching prospects, right-hander JR Ritchie, just produced his shortest and least effective outing of the 2026 season. Ritchie, Atlanta's No.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Insider declares Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. is ‘back’ after 438-foot moonshot

The Atlanta Braves look to Ronald Acuna Jr. to lead their offense this season. Acuna is doing just that in recent days. He hit yet another home run on Sunday to continue an impressive streak.

Atlanta Braves News / Ball Exclusives / May 31

The Atlanta Braves are the first team to reach 40 wins

Just a year removed from a season which saw the Braves finish fourth in the NL East and 10 games below .500 with a 76-86 record. The Braves are now the first team to hit 40 wins in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / May 29

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. hits incredible 38th career leadoff home run

Ronald Acuña Jr. crushed his 38th career leadoff home run against the Cincinnati Reds.

Mets' latest change is like rearranging deck chairs on Titanic

Mets may make stunning Francisco Lindor decision after new Juan Soto claim

Ex-Yankee resurrecting career with White Sox is latest Chicago surprise

Blue Jays' low-cost addition of Jesus Sanchez paying off after Kyle Tucker miss

Giants make change to coaching staff two months into season

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29

Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment

The Braves announced Friday that veteran righty Carlos Carrasco has been designated for assignment yet again. His spot on the roster goes to righty Anthony Molina, who’s been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett.