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Braves finally make a decision at shortstop with notable roster move

The Braves appear to have finally made their decision at shortstop, choosing to option Jim Jarvis back to Triple-A Gwinnett. In a corresponding move, outfielder Brewer Hicklen rejoins the major-league club.

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The Week Ahead for Atlanta: Out of the frying pan and into the fire

After the toughest road trip of the season saw the Atlanta Braves mostly continue an ill-timed downturn in form, the team is now back home — only to go from facing the current best team in baseball for three games to hosting the two-time defending World Series champions and current NL West leaders in the form of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Alex Anthopoulos News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Braves rumors: Bob Nightengale wonders if Alex Anthopoulos will get band back together after AL West firings

The Atlanta Braves have been struggling in recent weeks, salvaging a win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday but still seeing their division lead over the Philadelphia Phillies sliced to just three games.

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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.

Brewer Hicklen News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Atlanta Braves Announce Decision on Veteran Fan Favorite

The Atlanta Braves optioned outfielder Brewer Hicklen to Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday, a day after recalling him as the extra player for the Little League Classic.

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.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 24

What New Season Milestone Says About Braves Michael Harris II's Season

Sunday night featured a new career moment for Michael Harris II. The Atlanta Braves' center fielder belted a solo home run in the top of the ninth inning for his 21st of the season, now the most he's hit in a season.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 24

Grading Braves trade deadline acquisitions after three weeks

The Braves’ trade deadline has been widely scrutinized over the last several weeks, and with the way the team has performed since it passed, it’s hard to build much of an argument defending general manager Alex Anthopoulos.

Ozzie Albies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Braves’ Ozzie Albies sends heartfelt message to LLWS team after win vs. Brewers

For Ozzie Albies, Sunday night in Williamsport was about far more than a win. After the Atlanta Braves’ 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB Little League Classic, the second baseman delivered an emotional thank-you to the Little League team from his home country that came out to cheer him on.

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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.

Tyler Mahle News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 24

Braves Showing Early They Have Nailed Tyler Mahle Trade

Tyler Mahle was strong again for the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. He delivered five innings of one-run ball as they took the Little League Classic game in Williamsport, Pa., 4-2, against the Milwaukee Brewers.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 23

Braves edge Brewers in Little League Classic

Tyler Mahle threw five solid innings to continue his impressive run and Michael Harris II homered to help the Atlanta Braves post a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday in the MLB Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pa.

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Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 23

Braves avoid sweep in Little League Classic finale

A win is a win, but when you’re the Atlanta Braves looking to break out of a scoring slump, you can’t help but look forward to a bit more. Regardless, in a game filled with questionable calls and moments of minimum effort, the Braves managed to take a 4-2 win against the Milwaukee Brewers to close out their trip to Wisconsin.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23

Reynaldo López Sharp in First Braves Rehab Start

Reynaldo López was sharp for the Gwinnett Stripers in his first rehab start. The Atlanta Braves' right-hander pitched four scoreless innings, allowing three hits and a walk while striking out three.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 23

Braves chat & Discussion: Tyler Mahle vs Shane Drohan

The Atlanta Braves are looking to avoid a sweep…yet again, too soon after suffering one and avoiding another in Chicago. How do we end up in these situations?

Michael Harris News / Viral Sports News / August 23

Braves Raise Eyebrows With Michael Harris II Announcement

The Atlanta Braves entered Sunday’s series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers looking for any spark that might halt a recent slide and prevent a sweep.

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.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Braves Make Roster Move for Brewers Series Finale

The Atlanta Braves are adding outfielder Brewer Hicklen as their designated 27th man for Sunday’s Little League Classic against the Milwaukee Brewers at Historic Bowman Field in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 22

Braves eager to ignite offense vs. surging Brewers

The dog days of summer are biting at the Atlanta Braves, whose offense has fallen into a slumber over the past week. The visiting Braves will look to bounce back from a one-run loss when they continue a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday afternoon in a battle of first-place teams.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Ronald Acuna Jr.’s submits his dark horse Play of the Year entry with unreal throw

The security at American Family Field failed to frisk Ronald Acuna Jr. thoroughly enough, because he was able to sneak his arm cannon into the venue Friday in Milwaukee, Wis.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 22

Chris Sale has high praise for Jacob Misiorowski after their duel

Braves' Chris Sale has high praise for Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski after their duel

It was a battle of the aces on Friday night, as Milwaukee Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski took the mound against Atlanta Braves' Chris Sale.

Orioles' Pete Alonso smashes game-winning HR, joins exclusive club

Rafael Devers hears boos, homers in return to Fenway Park

Willson Contreras' HR fuels Red Sox's big inning in win over Giants

Phillies rally past Cardinals in 10th as winning streak hits seven

Spencer Jones' two-run HR helps Yanks top Blue Jays for fifth straight win

Tyler Kinley News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Braves Release Tyler Kinley

The Braves have released right-hander Tyler Kinley, reports Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Kinley had been designated for assignment earlier this week.

Sean Murphy News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

The Braves should be playing Sean Murphy every day

The Braves snapped their losing skid yesterday afternoon behind a brilliant performance from Grant Holmes, but the lineup they used is the focus of this piece.

Grant Holmes News / Field Level Media / August 20

Grant Holmes, Braves baffle White Sox

Austin Riley had two hits and two RBIs and Grant Holmes pitched six-plus innings to spark a combined one-hitter as the visiting Atlanta Braves defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday in a makeup game between the first-place clubs.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Braves Temporarily Move To Six-Man Rotation

With right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver joining the roster in place of reliever Tyler Kinley, the Braves are moving to a six-man rotation for the time being.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 18

Braves make surprising roster decision ahead of AJ Smith-Shawver's return

The Atlanta Braves need pitching help in a major way.

Twins' Luke Keaschall intent on setting tone again vs. Braves

Big first-inning rally proves enough for Twins to top Braves

Braves' Matt Olson is rapidly emerging as an MVP contender

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Matt Olson News / Yardbarker / August 16

Braves' Matt Olson is rapidly emerging as an MVP contender

There is a player who is rapidly emerging as a serious candidate to snag the first MVP award of his career, and that is Atlanta Braves first baseman, Matt Olson.

Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates

Cardinals' Joshua Baez makes impressive history in MLB debut

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