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MLB News / Battery Power / August 11
Braves beat Mets behind Martín Pérez gem and key HRs 
The Atlanta Braves lost a disappointing game one to the New York Mets last night and we looking for a rebound behind Martín Pérez who struggled against the Mets in July.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11
Why Braves are facing ‘interesting’ roster decisions
The Atlanta Braves could soon face a crowded rotation as their pitching depth improves during the season’s final weeks. AJ Smith-Shawver strengthened his case Tuesday night with 6 1/3 scoreless innings for Triple-A Gwinnett, allowing one hit while throwing 95 pitches.
MLB News / Battery Power / August 11
Braves vs. Mets rain delay chat and discussion
There’s been some nasty weather in the forecast all day for metro Atlanta. It’s been threatening and threatening and threatening to roll in and finally it’s close enough to where the grounds crew at Truist Park has gone ahead and put the tarp on the field ahead of Tuesday’s contest between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Mike Yastrzemski News / Battery Power / August 11
Ronald Acuña to DH, Mike Yastrzemski in RF as Braves face Mets
The Atlanta Braves are looking to rebound a tough loss last night against the New York Mets as a clash between two top ten offenses since the All-Star break meet in game two at Truist Park.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 11
Braves fans sound off on the current roster, rotation, and more
Hello, any new Battery Power readers retained from the Great Trade Deadline Site Surge of 2026! We hope you enjoy(ed) your time with this great community as we wind down on a memorable regular reason and that you stick around.
MLB News / Battery Power / August 11
Martín Pérez takes the mound as Braves look to rebound vs Mets
The Atlanta Braves lost an incredibly frustrating game one against the Mets yesterday and look to rebound tonight behind Martín Pérez. Fifteen years into his career and Pérez is quietly putting together the second-best season of his career.
Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Braves Facing Season-Ending Decision After Spencer Strider News
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said Monday that right-handers Spencer Strider and Hurston Waldrep will begin throwing programs this week, but stopped short of guaranteeing either pitcher will take a big league mound again in 2026, according to Barrett Sallee of 680 The Fan.
MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 11
Umpire Misses 27YO Pro’s Challenge Request as Braves Pay the Price Against Mets
Right there at Truist Park, another chapter was added to the book of questionable umpiring this season… As is, the Atlanta Braves had little room for mistakes against the New York Mets after dropping the series in the Bronx.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 11
Bryce Elder Reflects on Missed Challenge in Braves Loss to Mets
The Atlanta Braves fell behind early. The comeback fell short. Another game against the New York Mets was dropped. One decision, or a lack thereof, in the first inning could have changed the scope of the game early on.
Jorge Mateo News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10
Braves Release Jorge Mateo
The Braves have released infielder/outfielder Jorge Mateo, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He had been designated for assignment by the club last week.
Matt Olson News / SportsTalkATL / August 10
Matt Olson could sit atop some impressive company very soon
For all the frustration Braves fans felt when Freddie Freeman signed with the rival Dodgers, it really couldn’t have worked out better in terms of who replaced him.
Chris Sale News / EasySportz / August 10
Chris Sale Ejected Before Braves Yankees Game Even Begins
Chris Sale found himself at the center of controversy Sunday before the Atlanta Braves and New York Yankees had even thrown a pitch. The Braves’ veteran left hander was ejected before the start of Sunday’s game at Yankee Stadium after continuing to argue with umpire Dan Merzel over a controversial balk call from Saturday’s matchup.
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 10
Atlanta Braves Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Atlanta Braves have officially released utility player Jorge Mateo, bringing an end to his brief tenure with the club just after their series against the New York Yankees.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Putting Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski surpassing 200 strikeouts in perspective
As always, Jacob Misiorowski did his part in the Milwaukee Brewers' win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. And while he wasn't able to earn the win—Milwaukee
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 9
Braves Opt to Release Veteran Shortstop
Jorge Mateo's time with the Atlanta Braves is officially over. The team announced Sunday evening that he had been released. The decision comes nearly a week after he had been designated for assignment.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 9
Yankees rally late, but Braves win in 10 to avert sweep
Michael Harris II began the 10th inning by delivering an RBI single as the Atlanta Braves earned a 2-1 victory over the host New York Yankees on Sunday afternoon to prevent a three-game sweep.
Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9
Chris Sale got ejected before a game he was not pitching in
Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale achieved the rare feat of being ejected before the start of a game on Sunday. Not only that, but it was a game he was not even pitching in.
Raisel Iglesias News / SportsTalkATL / August 9
Do the Braves have a closer problem?
Following eight straight wins, the Braves dropped the first two games of their series with the Yankees, both by a single run. On Saturday, a comeback attempt fell just short.
Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
Chris Sale crashes out after being called for a controversial balk
Chris Sale had a very Chris Sale-like reaction to being called for a balk during Saturday’s game. The Atlanta Braves star lefty Sale was on the mound Saturday against the New York Yankees.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 7
Braves Make Matt Olson Decision After Michael Harris's Removal From Lineup
The Atlanta Braves have won eight straight games heading into their weekend series matchup against the New York Yankees. The Braves are set to take on a familiar face in left-hander Max Fried.
Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / August 7
Braves’ Eight-Game Winning Streak Proves Atlanta Is Baseball’s Hottest Team After the All-Star Break
The Atlanta Braves entered the All-Star break searching for answers. Despite sitting atop the National League East, Atlanta had stumbled through an inconsistent stretch leading into the midsummer classic, losing 19 of its final 29 games before the break.
Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / August 7
The Atlanta Braves Didn’t Fail at the Deadline, They Stayed Disciplined
The 2026 MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and for much of Braves Country, it feels like the Atlanta Braves once again failed to make a meaningful splash.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 7
Time for the Braves to make a change at shortstop?
The Braves don’t really know what they want to do at shortstop. It’s been that way for almost a half-decade, but the good news right now is that at least they have options.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 6
Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. hits weirdest home run of the season thanks to Marlins OFs' incompetence
That's some good luck, but sometimes you need that in baseball.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / August 5
This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen
At 39 years old, McCutchen's best days are behind him.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Matt Olson hits monumental HR, climbs Braves' all-time list
As the Atlanta Braves secured yet another win on Saturday, one of their team leaders and top players reached a milestone and moved up an all-time list.
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