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Braves add veteran Dominic Smith to Spring Training roster

According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution’s Chad Bishop, the Braves have added veteran infielder Dominic Smith to their Spring Training roster. Smith has played in the majors in every season since 2017, with most of that time coming with the New York Mets.

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Veteran Infielder Joins Braves in Spring Training as Non-Roster Invite

The Atlanta Braves expand their big league camp with the addition of a familiar face in the National League East. They announced Tuesday morning that they have added infielder Dominic Smith as a non-roster invitee.

Dominic Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17

Braves, Dominic Smith Agree To Minor League Deal

The Braves have agreed to a minor league deal with first baseman Dominic Smith, per Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The Roc Nation client will be a non-roster invitee in big league camp.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 17

Zero question about the most important Braves player in 2026

A rotation that came in with significant concerns is now on life support following the news surrounding Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Schwellenbach — and Opening Day isn’t for another five-plus weeks.

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Marcell Ozuna News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 17

Braves, Marcell Ozuna Exchange Farewell Messages on Social Media

Another longtime member of the Atlanta Braves has departed for a new chapter. Like with other players who have signed elsewhere, the tradition of some type of than you or farewell message online continues.

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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 16

So...What Will the Atlanta Braves Look Like on Opening Day?

Normally, one or two projections for how an opening day squad will look is sufficient. The Atlanta Braves' injury turmoil has forced a few more of these.

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 16

Former Braves Manager Brian Snitker Receives Honor From Georgia Gov

Brian Snitker's efforts with the Atlanta Braves received recognition from the State of Georgia today. He received an official Commendation from Governor Brian Kemp.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16

Ex-GM advocates for Braves’ Ronald Acuña Jr extension ‘right now’

The Atlanta Braves have already had some key injuries to report as spring training begins, but the good news is that it doesn’t involve Ronald Acuna Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16

1 spring training position battle that could shape Braves’ season

The Atlanta Braves contain one of the best rosters in Major League Baseball. If they can get past the injury bug in 2026, they are a shoo-in for the postseason, despite playing in a competitive National League East Division.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 16

Former Braves SP Inducted into Latin American Baseball Hall of Fame

The Atlanta Braves have seen a former member of their starting rotation immortalized for their contributions to the game this week. Former All-Star and Cy Young Award winner Bartolo Colón was inducted into the Latin American Baseball Hall of Fame.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 16

Three remaining starting pitching trade targets for the Braves

It’s pretty clear the Braves were willing to enter the 2026 campaign with what they had on the starting pitching front, even if Alex Anthopoulos spoke all offseason about adding a “playoff-caliber” starter.

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Jurickson Profar News / SportsTalkATL / February 16

Jurickson Profar expected to DH following offseason surgery

The beginning of Braves Spring Training has unfortunately been mostly about injuries, and that continued over the weekend. Hurston Waldrep will seek a second opinion after an MRI revealed loose bodies in his elbow.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 16

Braves AAA Team Reveals 2026 Promotions: All-Star Bobbleheads, Jersey

The Atlanta Braves Triple-A affiliate, the Gwinnett Stripers, has unveiled its slate of giveaways for the upcoming season. The highlights include a series of three bobbleheads featuring current Braves stars in the minor-league uniforms.

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Chris Sale News / SportsTalkATL / February 16

Chris Sale discusses his future with the Braves

We may only be a week into Spring Training, but like most of y’all, I’m already sick of discussing Braves injuries. It’s a curse that began in 2024 and has continued to plague the club into 2026, with four key pieces already expected to miss a significant portion of the season.

Austin Riley News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 16

Braves Two-Time All-Star Dubbed a Playoff X-Factor

Given the current status of the Atlanta Braves, some bounce-back seasons would be helpful. That was quite the bold statement. I know. Call me a man who has a way with words.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 16

Braves Players Coming in With Extra Motivation

The Atlanta Braves enter the second week of spring training workouts already dealing with an array of problems. Injuries are building up, which means they have to work out who is the next best fit for opening day.

Atlanta Braves News / New Baseball Media / February 16

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Waldrep, Profar, Kim

It’s an (almost) all-Braves edition of the injury report. Braves fans received some good news this past weekend, as Ha-Seong Kim may not miss much time as he continues to recover from offseason surgery.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15

Braves’ Hurston Waldrep Dealing With Elbow Soreness

Braves right-hander Hurston Waldrep is dealing with soreness in his throwing elbow, and will visit Dr. Keith Meister tomorrow in Dallas for a consultation,

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 15

Braves’ pitching staff takes injury hit at start of spring training

The Atlanta Braves are preparing to enter the Walt Weiss era in 2026. However, Atlanta is barely into spring training and starting pitching is already emerging as a problem.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 15

Braves rotation suffers yet another massive blow

Another day, another devastating injury for the Atlanta Braves, as Walt Weiss announced that Hurston Waldrep is going to miss significant time after an MRI revealed loose bodies in his elbow.

Jurickson Profar News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15

Jurickson Profar Underwent Sports Hernia Surgery In November

Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar told reporters (including Mark Bowman of MLB.com) this morning that he underwent surgery for a sports hernia back in November.

Ha-seong Kim News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 14

Ha-Seong Kim Could Return In Early May

Just over a month after signing a one-year, $20MM deal to come back to the club, Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim went down with a torn tendon in his finger.

Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / February 14

The Atlanta Braves Non-Roster Invitees Primer

The Super Bowl has wrapped up, congratulations to Seattle, which means baseball season is officially around the corner. Spring training is ramping up and the focus for Braves fans have shifted to North Port, Florida.

Chris Sale News / Total Pro Sports / February 14

'I’m Greedy, And I Know That' – Chris Sale Rejects MLB’s New ABS Challenge System

Chris Sale undoubtedly ranks among the finest starting pitchers of his generation and one of the best strikeout artists of the contemporary era. The veteran left-hander is getting ready for the 2026 campaign after two dominant seasons for the Atlanta Braves.