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What the Braves Love About Acuña Batting Lead-Off

Last season, Ronald Acuña Jr. found himself in an unfamiliar role. The Atlanta Braves weren't being drastic and trying him at a different position in the field, but they wanted to see how he performed a bit lower down in the lineup.

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Braves Opening Day Roster Prediction (1.0)

With Braves Spring Training games beginning over the weekend, we are about a month away from Opening Day, which means it’s time for the first edition of 26-man roster predictions.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 23

Durable Starting Pitcher Still on Market for Braves to Sign

Perhaps this whole conversation will likely fall on deaf ears, but we might as well have it again. There's still an option out there for the Atlanta Braves, who made 32 starts and clocked 186 2/3 innings.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 23

Stars show out in Braves second Spring Training game

Losing 8-1 doesn’t typically signal many positives for a ball club, but in the Braves’ second Spring Training contest, there were plenty of encouraging signs, highlighted by strong pitching performances from Chris Sale and top prospect JR Ritchie.

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Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 23

Braves Ace Chris Sale Recaps Sharp Start to Spring Training

NORTH PORT – The Atlanta Braves got their first look at the 2026 edition of Chris Sale on Sunday. The ace looked the part in his 2.0 innings of work, striking out the first two batters he faced with a lively fastball and wicked movement on his off-speed pitches.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 23

Braves' 'Icon' Ronald Acuña Returning to Familiar Spot in 2026

NORTH PORT – The uber-talented Ronald Acuña Jr. is inevitable, and the face of the Atlanta Braves took center stage again in his first spring training appearance.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 22

Key Trait of Braves Prospect JR Ritchie That Impressed Chris Sale

What is likely to be the first of some big firsts for him this season, JR Ritchie stepped on the mound in spring training as a member of the Atlanta Braves.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / February 22

Ronald Acuna Jr. Makes Unexpected Change Ahead of 9th Braves Season

The Atlanta Braves have plenty of optimism entering the 2026 season, with the club expected to bounce back and return to the MLB playoffs. Headlining

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 22

Walt Weiss warns rest of MLB about Braves’ lineup ‘gauntlet’

The Atlanta Braves are currently taking part in spring training as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 MLB season. The Braves’ pitching department has already

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 22

Potential Hidden Gem for Braves Bullpen Standing Out Early

The beauty of baseball is that anyone can emerge, or reemerge at anytime. After two seasons in the minor leagues battling injuries, right-hander James Karinchak took the mound for the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, looking to make an early impression.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 22

Walt Weiss Expresses Confidence in Braves' Position Player Depth

With the dilemma the Atlanta Braves have found themselves in on the starting rotation side of things, it's made it easy to overlook some improvements elsewhere.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Mike Yastrzemski News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 21

What Braves outfielder Mike Yastrzemski said about big home run in Atlanta debut

The Atlanta Braves received an immediate spark from Mike Yastrzemski in his spring training debut with the club. The Braves outfielder wasted no time making an impression on his new team in Saturday’s 5-1 spring training win vs.

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Sean Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 21

Braves Catcher Sean Murphy Taking Small, Positive Steps Toward Return

The spring training docket turns to live games, but Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy remains missing in action. The 2023 All-Star continues his recovery from a hip injury, but all signs point to him being in the right direction.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 21

Everything You Need to Know for Braves Spring Training Opener vs Rays

The heart of the spring training experience has arrived. The Atlanta Braves head to Port Charlotte, Fla., to take on the Tampa Bay Rays to get live baseball started.

Joel Payamps News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 21

Braves Ready to Put Faith in Reliever Joel Payamps This Spring

Joel Payamps time with the Atlanta Braves last season was brief, to say the least. He saw action in two games, and he allowed an earned run in 2 2/3 innings pitched.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 20

The Next Big Step the Braves Need From Michael Harris II

Michael Harris II continues to prepare for the next big step. He was an entirely different hitter for the Atlanta Braves, in the best way, after the All-Star Break.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 20

Braves Six-Man Rotation Possibility, Another Veteran Starter in Play

Knowing how volatile the starting rotation can be, any potential option for the Atlanta Braves is going to get a look. At this time, the four confirmed starters are Chris Sale, Spencer Strider, Reynaldo López and Grant Holmes.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 20

Braves Legend Leo Mazzone Goes Scorched Earth on Modern Pitching

The Atlanta Braves have been crushed by injuries over their first week and a half of spring training, losing both Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 20

Braves Give Sneak Peak of Lineup for First Spring Training Game

The roster for the first Atlanta Braves spring training gamein 2026 is starting to take shape. Manager Walt Weiss confirmed some players who will see action in the Grapefruit League opener in Port Charlotte, Fla., against the Rays.

Ken Rosenthal News / SportsTalkATL / February 20

Ken Rosenthal speaks on the Braves rotation plans

A wrench has been thrown into the Atlanta Braves’ rotation plans right at the start of Spring Training, with Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep both set to go under the knife for elbow injuries.

Freddie Freeman News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 20

Former Braves Star Freddie Freeman Confirms Next Step After Dodger Contract Expires

Freddie Freeman’s move from the Atlanta Braves to the Los Angeles Dodgers broke the hearts of Braves country in 2022. As we approach the 2026 MLB season,

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / February 20

Atlanta Braves 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Rotation & More

Fans of the Atlanta Braves would probably want to forget the 2025 campaign. The team finished fourth in the National League West after ending with a 76-86 record.

Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / February 19

Braves Pitching Injuries Create Perfect Opportunity to Sign Former All-Star

The Atlanta Braves had a disappointing 2025 season, going 76-86 and finishing in fourth place in the National League East. They simply didn't have enough starting pitching after Max Fried left for the New York Yankees, and that ultimately led to them falling out of playoff contention relatively early in the year.