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FanGraphs has shocking projection for the Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves are fresh off a season in which they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2018, winning just 72 games and finishing fourth in the NL East, despite being given the second-best odds of any team to win the World Series entering the year.

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Ranking the Braves Starting Pitchers by Importance to a 2026 Playoff Run

The Atlanta Braves‘ 2026 playoff ambitions hinge, as always, on a starting rotation capable of pitching deep into October. Following a 2025 campaign marred by significant injury concerns and volatility in the pitching staff, the 2026 rotation is projected to be a blend of veteran dominance, young, high-upside arms, and a critical need for depth.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 3

FanGraphs Big on Braves Chances at World Series

An off year may not have dampened expectations for the Atlanta Braves as much as we thought. FanGraphs has put out its playoff odds for the upcoming season, and the Braves come into it with one of the best odds to win the World Series. They were given a 10.2% chance to win it all, which is second only to the back-to-back champions, the Dodgers.

Marcell Ozuna News / SportsTalkATL / February 2

REPORT: Marcell Ozuna drawing interest from Pirates

According to Andrew Fillipponi, former Braves DH Marcell Ozuna is drawing interest from the Pittsburgh Pirates. This comes after 3B/DH Eugenio Suárez inked a contract with the Cincinnati Reds over the weekend.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '2025 MLB hits leaders' quiz

The 'Cleveland's 1997 World Series roster' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 2

Braves Send Assuring Measure Amid Broadcasting Drama

The Atlanta Braves are working toward setting up their TV future for success. The team put out a statement Monday afternoon, addressing the television drama surrounding them and the rest of Major League Baseball for the first time.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 2

Major changes coming to how you watch the Braves on TV

According to the Sports Business Journal, all nine teams that have their games broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network are leaving the parent company, Main Street Sports Group.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 2

Will we see a Braves extension before the start of the season?

All eyes are on the starting pitching market as Spring Training approaches, as they should be. The Braves have had a glaring need in their rotation since the beginning of the offseason and have done nothing to alleviate it.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 2

Will Braves land one of the final free agent starting pitchers?

We’re just over a week away from pitchers and catchers reporting to Spring Training, which means some of the remaining marquee starters should start coming off the board soon.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 2

Grading the Atlanta Braves offseason if it ended today

Don’t look now, but we’re just 19 days away from the Braves taking the field for their first Spring Training game. Atlanta was one of the most active teams this offseason, looking to upgrade a roster that fell short a year ago, ending a streak of seven straight postseason appearances.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 2

Three Takeaways From Braves Lead Up to Spring Training

The Atlanta Braves are on the cusp of switching from offseason mode to season mode. The trucks are loading for the trip to North Port, Fla., to prepare for the regular season.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 2

Ozzie Albies vs Brandon Lowe: Late-Surge Rebound or Pirate Power Masher - Who Wins Your 2026 Second Base Draft?

Given the rebirth of second base, you have decided to wait a really long time to fill the position. It also can be that you featured the position early and now you are looking to fill out your roster with a solid middle infielder.

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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 / February 1

Braves Stars Reflect on Challenges of Rookie of the Year Seasons

The Atlanta Braves have had their share of Rookie of the Year winners over the past few years. Three previous winners who won it as a Brave are now teammates:

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 31

Chris Sale, Spencer Strider Reflect on Winter Work for Braves Season

The Atlanta Braves are closing on reporting to Florida for Spring Training. While Braves Fest didn’t go on as planned, members of the team still sat down and discussed their offseasons to look at how they prepared for what’s next.

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Austin Riley News / Athlon Sports / January 31

Austin Riley Announces New Partnership Ahead of 8th Season With Braves

The Atlanta Braves are looking to bounce back in 2026 and reestablish themselves as a legitimate contender in the National League. If they do, a major factor will be improved production from several key players, especially third basemanAustin Riley, who has been inconsistent over the last two seasons.

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

MLB Analyst Links Veteran Pitcher To The Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves have fresh optimism for the new 2026 season after a bitterly disappointing campaign last year. Bench coach Walt Weiss takes over from Brian Snitker as the new manager after the team ended a run of seven straight postseason appearances.

Dylan Lee News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 31

Braves, Dylan Lee Had Arbitration Hearing to Settle 2026 Contract

The Atlanta Braves and left-handed reliever Dylan Lee are still working toward a deal for the 2026 season. According to ESPN, they had an arbitration hearing on Friday.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / January 30

Braves Lose Player to Nationals Amid MLB Free Agency

The Atlanta Braves entered the latter stages of the offseason continuing to fine-tune the margins of their roster, a familiar process for an organization that prioritizes depth as much as star power.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 30

Braves, Martín Pérez Agree To Minor League Deal

The Braves and left-hander Martín Pérez have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. The Octagon client will presumably be in major league camp in spring training.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 29

Mets' active offseason continues with signing of two-time World Series champion catcher Austin Barnes

The New York Mets lost Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz in free agency. However, things have quickly changed in Queens after a flurry of moves.

Would Freddy Peralta sign extension with Mets before Opening Day?

Bo Bichette reportedly makes World Baseball Classic decision Mets fans will love

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The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 28

Braves reportedly eyeing pair of veteran pitchers

Although the Atlanta Braves have been active this offseason, their starting rotation remains untouched. That may change in the coming days.

Eugenio Suarez linked to three teams in MLB free agency

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The '2026 MLB managers' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / January 28

Can the 2026 Braves Survive the First Half of the Season With an Emergency Shortstop?

The Atlanta Braves are no strangers to adversity. Following two seasons defined by significant injury losses, the 2026 campaign began with a devastating blow: newly signed starting shortstop Ha-Seong Kim suffered a torn tendon in his finger, ruling him out for four to five months.