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The Atlanta Braves Were a Disaster In June

On June 1, the Atlanta Braves were 40-20. At that point, they had the best record in baseball and a comfortable 9.5-game lead in the NL East. Unfortunately, June was a disaster in more ways than one.

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Grant Holmes prepares to face New York Mets in series opener

The Atlanta Braves are set to face their division rival for the second time this year. The last-place New York Mets took the first series, scoring high in their wins back in June.

Jim Jarvis News / SportsTalkATL / July 3

Braves hoping rookie Jim Jarvis can save them at shortstop

Let’s take a stroll down memory lane to 11 months ago: the Braves — expected sellers at the trade deadline — decided to essentially stand pat. In fact, they actually added just as much as they sent away, acquiring reliever Tyler Kinley in a trade with the Rockies.

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Walt Weiss Addresses Bullpen Meltdown, Lack of Power in Lineup

Through six innings of Thursday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals, the Atlanta Braves were in position to pick up a needed series win. It would have meant winning the first two games in July.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / July 3

Reynaldo Lopez, Hurston Waldrep give Braves rotation reason for hope

The Braves had a golden opportunity in front of their home fans to end their recent skid, win a series, and build some positive moments heading into the All-Star break.

MLB News / Battery Power / July 3

Braves vs. Cardinals series recap: Two bad innings, two bad days, ‘Too bad, Braves’

The St. Louis Cardinals ended up winning this series not just in the most important column but also on the aggregate as well. 17-13 ended up being the final aggregate score during this series and of those 17 runs, 11 of those St.

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.

Braves' leaky bullpen cause for concern entering series vs. Mets

Cardinals score 7 in 7th, hand sliding Braves another loss

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Andrew McCutchen News / SportsTalkATL / July 3

Braves ink Andrew McCutchen to a minor-league contract

In an under the radar pickup involving a former league MVP, the Braves have inked a minor-league contract with Andrew McCutchen. McCutchen is far from the player he was when he won the MVP a staggering 13 years ago.

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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.

Hurston Waldrep News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 3

Braves Find Rotation Relief with Hurston Waldrep

The outcome of the game on Thursday night was far from what the Atlanta Braves wanted. But if there was a plus, it was the start delivered by right-hander Hurston Waldrep.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 3

Braves make several roster moves ahead of series versus Mets

Ahead of their series with the New York Mets, the Braves made several notable roster moves. Anthony Molina has been recalled to the active roster, with the club deciding to option James Karinchak back to Gwinnett.

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Ian Hamilton News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Braves Designate Ian Hamilton For Assignment

The Braves announced a handful of roster moves on Friday ahead of a matchup against the Mets. With lefty Danny Young returning from the 60-day IL, right-hander Ian Hamilton was designated for assignment.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 3

Will you be blowing something up or watching stuff get blown up?

The Braves are decidedly not blowing anything up. They were last in homers in June and got outhomered 5-1 by the Cardinals, hitting their sole homer in the game they won.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 3

Braves' leaky bullpen cause for concern entering series vs. Mets

The Atlanta Braves' recent struggles may be spilling into the bullpen, an area of the team that has been solid for most of the season. Atlanta, which will open a four-game series on Friday night against the visiting New York Mets, saw its relievers melt down on Thursday and allow eight runs in an 11-5 loss to the St.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 3

Andrew McCutchen signed, Jim Jarvis recalled, and more

The Atlanta Braves have reportedly agreed to a minor league deal with outfielder/designated hitter Andrew McCutchen. The 39-year-old has spent the 2026 season with the Texas Rangers, where he appeared in 37 games and averaged a subpar .192 at the plate.

Andrew McCutchen News / Battery Power / July 3

Braves sign Andrew McCutchen to MiLB deal

According to the Atlanta Braves transaction page, they have signed outfielder/designated hitter Andrew McCutchen to.a minor league contract. The former National League Most Valuable Player had appeared in 37 games with the Texas Rangers earlier this season.

Sean Murphy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

Encouraging Braves’ Sean Murphy injury update comes with catch

As there are players on the Atlanta Braves who are in the midst of an injury recovery, one player who hasn’t been on the field for close to two months is catcher Sean Murphy.

Atlanta Braves News / HITC / July 2

Baseball star responds after England fans take over and sing his name at MLB game

Atlanta Braves star Mike Harris II has responded after he became a fan favourite among England supporters who went to watch a baseball game. England supporters were in Atlanta after beating DR Congo in the World Cup but had decided to take in some MLB while out in the USA.

Ha-seong Kim News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Braves Roster Move Spells Bad News for Ha-Seong Kim

The Atlanta Braves made a roster move Thursday that could have significant implications for Ha-Seong Kim's role on the club. By recalling infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett, Atlanta added another option to an infield where Kim has struggled to secure consistent production.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Braves DFA Veteran Slugger, Recall Intriguing Infield Prospect

The Atlanta Braves are reshuffling their position player mix. On Thursday morning, the Braves announced that they had designated first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Braves retire final 20 Cardinals to halt skid, even series

Ozzie Albies hit a home run and Atlanta pitchers retired the final 20 batters as the Braves took a 5-1 win over the visiting St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Braves Receive Unfortunate Trade Update on Cy Young Award Winner

The Atlanta Braves are 49-34 and hold a 2.5-game lead in the National League East over the Philadelphia Phillies. However, they're looking to pick things up after going just 9-14 during the month of June.

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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Carlos Santana News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Braves signing former All-Star slugger

The Atlanta Braves are adding some veteran insurance heading into the second half of the season. The Braves are reportedly signing first baseman Carlos Santana to a new deal.

Reynaldo Lopez News / Yardbarker / June 25