Atlanta Braves: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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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MLB News / New Baseball Media / February 2

2025 MLB Farm Review: Atlanta Braves

For years, the Braves have relied heavily on that homegrown core that helped deliver the team multiple NL East titles and a World Series title in 2021.

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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.

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 1

Former Braves Manager Brian Snitker Reveals Surprising Top-10 SP List

This is a time of year when the discussion over who the best heading into the season is in full swing. In retirement, former Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker took a hack at his own top-10 starting pitchers.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 1

Recent Top-10 Reveals Braves' Michael Harris II Has Something to Prove

The 2025 season proved to be a turbulent campaign for Atanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II. At times, he was the worst hitter in the game, and then he would look like the best.

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 / 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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 31

Braves sign former All-Star to minor league deal

The Atlanta Braves added experienced pitching depth Friday with a low-risk move designed to balance flexibility and upside as spring training approaches.

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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 / 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 / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 30

Former All-Star Bound for Braves on MiLB Deal, Pitcher Lost via Waivers

The Atlanta Braves have added a starting pitcher, but it was on a minor league deal. According to Just Baseball's Aram Leighton, Martin Perez has been signed.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 30

Braves ink deal with former All-Star starting pitcher

According to Aram Leighton, the Braves have inked a minor-league contract with former All-Star left-handed pitcher Martin Perez. During his All-Star campaign, Pérez recorded 5.1 WAR with a 2.89 ERA across 32 starts for the Texas Rangers.

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.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 30

Braves Fest Canceled Due to Impending Winter Weather

The Atlanta Braves' annual Braves Fest will have to wait until next year. The team announced Friday morning that they were canceling the event that was scheduled for Saturday due to the impending weather.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 30

Braves Chris Sale Ranked Among Top Starting Pitchers in MLB for 2026

Chris Sale once again received high recognition this week from MLB Network. The Atlanta Braves' starting pitcher was named the No. 4 starting pitcher in baseball.

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.

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MLB News / SportsTalkATL / January 29

Where does the Atlanta Braves farm system rank?

This time of year belongs to prospects. Activity on the free-agency and trade fronts has slowed to a crawl, Spring Training is still a few weeks away, and prospect rankings are being released across the board.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 28

Braves reportedly eyeing pair of veteran pitchers

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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.

Austin Riley News / LWOSports.com / January 27