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Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 6
Braves news and notes: Walt Weiss defines Owen Murphy’s role, speaks on the farm system, Austin Riley 
The series finale between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets is about to start shortly and as usual, Walt Weiss spoke with the media ahead of the game and gave his thoughts on various hot “Good for him [earning a call-up],” began Weiss when talking about Owen Murphy.
Ian Hamilton News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
Braves Outright Ian Hamilton
The Braves have sent right-hander Ian Hamilton outright to Triple-A Gwinnett, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Owen Murphy News / New Baseball Media / July 6
What to Expect from Braves Pitcher Owen Murphy
Earlier this year, Braves fans received their first look at JR Ritchie, who’s worked as both a starter and reliever with Atlanta this season. Now, Owen Murphy is primed to join Ritchie, as the Braves officially promoted the former first-round pick on July 6.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 6
Michael Harris leads off, Jim Jarvis starts at shortstop vs Mets
Going for a series win behind Reynaldo Lopez, the Braves are shuffling their lineup a bit, swapping Michael Harris up to the leadoff spot and Drake Baldwin down to cleanup.
Jair Camargo News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
Braves Select José Azócar, Designate Jair Camargo For Assignment
The Braves announced that outfielder Eli White has been placed on the paternity list. Fellow outfielder José Azócar has been selected to take his place on the active roster.
Michael Harris News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Ex-player gets 100% real on All-Star game snub for Braves Michael Harris II
Who’s to say if Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II is rooting for the wrong soccer team? But he has been steady in baseball despite an earlier injury.
Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Mark DeRosa drops honest Braves’ Chris Sale Hall of Fame admission
Atlanta Braves fans heard a real Chris Sale debate on MLB Central, where Mark DeRosa gave an honest Hall of Fame read on the team’s risky trade gamble.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 6
Braves Call-Up Top Pitching Prospect in Flurry of Roster Moves
The Atlanta Braves are calling up two of the organization's top pitching prospects ahead of Monday's series finale against the New York Mets. The Braves announced they have recalled JR Ritchie and selected the contract of former first-round pick Owen Murphy, who will make his major league debut.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Freddy Peralta News / Battery Power / July 6
Braves go for series win, facing Freddy Peralta
At the time that I am writing this, it appears that top prospect Owen Murphy is being called up, but its unclear when he will be deployed, though presumably he will either start today’s game or tomorrow’s.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 6
Braves are calling up another top prospect, other roster moves
According to Gaurav of Battery Power, the Braves are calling up another top prospect as Owen Murphy is headed to the bigs to make his MLB debut. The Braves also announced that JR Ritchie has been recalled to the major-league roster, with Martin Perez headed to the 15-day IL while Carlos Carrasco is once again being designated for assignment.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 6
Martín Pérez Heads to Injured List, Two Prospects Called Up to Braves
The Atlanta Braves starting rotation took another hit. The team announced Monday morning that Martín Pérez is heading to the 15-day injured list with a left forearm contusion.
Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment, Place Martín Pérez On Injured List
The Braves announced Monday that they’ve yet again designated righty Carlos Carrasco for assignment. Atlanta also placed veteran lefty Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm contusion.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Braves’ Michael Harris II pledges loyalty to England ahead of World Cup clash
Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II has built a lifelong bond with Georgia, but he has a second home now. England claimed the 2022 National League Rookie of the Year as one of its own, and he has returned the favor.
Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 6
The Extra Layer That Makes Braves Matt Olson's All-Star Nod Impressive
Once again, Matt Olson is an All-Star. Along with four of his teammates, the Atlanta Braves first baseman is headed to Philadelphia. It's the fourth time in his career being named an All-Star, three of which have come with his hometown team.
AJ Smith-Shawver News / SportsTalkATL / July 6
AJ Smith-Shawver lights up the radar gun in outstanding rehab start
The Braves rotation hasn’t had many positive developments this season, and the latest injury to Martin Perez is yet another punch they must find a way to roll with; however, the version of AJ Smith-Shawver that should be returning soon is worth getting excited about.
The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz
How many of the players named to 2026 National League All-Star team can you name in five minutes?
Martin Perez News / SportsTalkATL / July 6
Braves rotation at a crossroads after Martin Perez injury
The Braves fell to the Mets on Sunday afternoon in a thriller — one that started with a flurry of runs, went quiet for a stretch, and then exploded for 11 combined runs in the ninth inning alone.
Atlanta Braves News / HITC / July 6
Michael Harris II faces tattoo forfeit after making England World Cup prediction
Atlanta Braves center-fielder Michael Harris II may now need to get an England-themed tattoo after his World Cup prediction. England pulled off a stunning 3-2 victory over Mexico at the Azteca to secure their spot in the quarter-finals against Norway.
Martin Perez News / Field Level Media / July 5
Braves' Martin Perez looks to maintain perfect record against Mets
Veteran Atlanta Braves left-hander Martin Perez will try to maintain his perfect record against the visiting New York Mets on Sunday afternoon when the teams play the third game of their wraparound four-game series.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 4
Braves deliver fireworks with 5 homers in bludgeoning of Mets
Eli White homered and drove in four runs to spark the Atlanta Braves to a 14-3 win over the visiting New York Mets on Saturday. The Braves have won the first two games of the four-game series.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 4
Three areas the Braves need to improve at 2026 trade deadline
The Atlanta Braves may have entered Saturday with the fourth-best record in baseball, but their recent performance would suggest otherwise.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Braves flash promising stat in much-needed series-opening win vs. Mets
The Atlanta Braves were in desperate need of a performance like Friday night's series-opening win vs. the New York Mets.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / July 3
Andrew McCutchen signs minor-league deal with Braves
The 39-year-old is a former NL MVP and five-time All-Star who spent 12 seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates across two separate stints.
Ha-seong Kim News / Yardbarker / June 29
Time for Atlanta Braves to end the Ha-Seong Kim experiment
As the Phillies are charging up the standings to contend for the NL East division lead, the Braves cannot afford to have a black hole in their lineup. It is time to move on from Kim.
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