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Why Braves star Max Fried cemented himself as 2025’s top free agent pitcher with no-hit bid

On Saturday, Braves pitcher Max Fried was close to solidifying himself in team history after throwing seven innings without allowing a single hit. But closer Rasiel Iglesias gave up a home run to New York Mets’ JD Martinez in the bottom of the ninth to end the combined bid.

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Braves expect Pierce Johnson to be activated Friday

The Braves are hoping to get back reliever Pierce Johnson on Friday. The Atlanta Braves appear to be close to getting a key part of their bullpen back.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 2 hours ago

Michael Harris hitting sixth, Chadwick Tromp behind the plate Sunday against Mets

Travis d’Arnaud gets the day off for the Braves after catching the first two games of the series. The Atlanta Braves will try to make it five-straight wins Sunday when they face the New York Mets on ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball.

Raisel Iglesias News / ClutchPoints / 4 hours ago

Braves’ Raisel Iglesias reacts to losing combined no-hitter with 1 out left vs. Mets

The Atlanta Braves got the win on Saturday but the New York Mets spoiled their combined no-hitter after JD Martinez went yard in the ninth inning. Atlanta put on a spectacular performance on the mound but Raisel Iglesias gave up the home run after coming in for the save.

Bryce Elder News / Talking Chop / 3 hours ago

Bryce Elder, Braves look to complete sweep in New York

Bryce Elder looks to get back on track Sunday as the Braves go for a sweep of the Mets. The Atlanta Braves will try to make it five-straight wins Sunday when they wrap up a three-game series against the New York Mets at Citi Field.

MLB News / Action Network / 10 minutes ago

MLB bets: Braves vs. Mets odds, picks, prediction for 'Sunday Night Baseball'

Action Network's Doug Ziefel shares his Braves vs. Mets prediction for "Sunday Night Baseball," which includes the latest MLB odds and betting picks for the NL East series finale on Mother's Day.

Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years

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Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / 4 hours ago

Braves ask Bryce Elder to continue strong pitching run vs. Mets

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker said he believes starting pitchers can feed off the momentum generated by those who preceded them in the rotation.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 2 hours ago

This Day in Braves History: May 12

1941 - The Boston Bees change their name back to Braves. 1966 - The Atlanta Braves fall to the St. Louis Cardinals 4-3 in the opening of Busch Memorial Stadium.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 3 hours ago

Near no-no, Ian Mejia’s dominance on the farm, more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday The Braves have won four straight this week, which is a nice bounce-back after a rough west coast trip last week.

Raisel Iglesias News / Larry Brown Sports / 12 hours ago

Watch: Braves lose no-hitter in the most brutal fashion

The Atlanta Braves were denied history on Saturday.

Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years

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MLB News / Field Level Media / 12 hours ago

Braves flirt with no-hitter, baffle Mets

Max Fried threw seven no-hit innings on Saturday afternoon for the visiting Atlanta Braves, who came within one out of their first no-hitter in over 30 years in a 4-1 win against the New York Mets.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Watch: Braves were one out away from no-hitter

Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years

The Atlanta Braves have had some great pitchers over the past 30 years. But the one thing those pitchers have not done during that stretch is throw a no-hitter.

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Max Fried News / Field Level Media / 43 minutes ago

Max Fried, Braves working on combined no-hitter

Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried did not allow a hit through seven innings during Saturday's game against the host New York Mets. Fried was removed before the start of the bottom of the eighth inning after throwing 109 pitches and was replaced by right-hander Joe Jimenez.

Matt Olson News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Braves’ Matt Olson gets brutally honest on recent offensive struggles

The Atlanta Braves are currently in second place in the National League East. However, it’s been a rough start to the season for star infielder Matt Olson.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago

Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr gets 100% honest on third homer of season amid cold start

The Atlanta Braves are breathing a sigh of relief, as one of their struggling sluggers seems to be getting his groove back. Ronald Acuna Jr. hit his third home run of the season Friday, and is feeling good amid an overall hitting slump.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago

Atlanta Braves Closer One Save Shy of a Milestone

Only 53 pitchers in MLB history have reached the 200 saves milestone. Eight of those pitchers are Hall of Famers who produced more. Two of those Hall of Famers have 600 or more saves in their respective careers.

MLB News / Action Network / 17 hours ago

MLB betting: Braves vs. Mets pick odds, prediction for Friday 5/10

Action Network's Mike Ianniello shares his Braves vs. Mets pick for Friday, May 10, including MLB odds and predictions for the series opener at Citi Field.

Pete Alonso, rested Mets take aim at Braves

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Chris Sale News / Just Baseball / 1 hour ago

Chris Sale Has Rediscovered His Ace Form in Atlanta

Chris Sale has become the No. 1 starter that the Braves didn’t know they would need this season, as he’s turned back the clock to his All-Star form from years past.

Jesse Chavez News / SportsTalkATL / 21 hours ago

Is Jesse Chavez on the Braves the best reliever ever?

The entire Braves pitching staff has been excellent to begin the season. The starters have picked up the slack with Spencer Strider down for the season, and Brian Snitker couldn’t ask for much more out of his bullpen.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / 23 hours ago

Former Brave Finds Himself in Poverty and One Day Shy for MLB Pension

Gary Cooper, who once played for the Atlanta Braves, is in dire need of income that the players pension can provide. So what’s the problem? Cooper was with the Braves for just 42 days in 1980.

Zack Short News / MLB Trade Rumors / 4 hours ago

Braves acquire infielder from Red Sox

The infielder has been bouncing around the league since the end of last season.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 9

Big week for the Braves top three prospects

When it comes to the Braves prospects, they have a clear top three and then a pretty significant dropoff. All the talk coming into the season surrounded AJ Smith-Shawver and Hurston Waldrep.

Sean Murphy News / SportsTalkATL / May 9

Sean Murphy takes significant step towards returning for Braves

The Braves ended their three-game losing streak with a sweep of their own, taking two from the Red Sox. Chris Sale and Reynaldo Lopez toed the rubber on Tuesday and Wednesday, giving Boston’s offense fits.

Luis Guillorme News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 minute ago

Angels to acquire longtime Mets infielder from Braves

The Angels are reportedly acquiring infielder Luis Guillorme from the Braves.

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Marcell Ozuna News / Yardbarker / May 8

Watch: Braves star becomes MLB's new home run leader

Marcell Ozuna continues to rake this season.

Matt Olson might MLB’s most unlucky hitter this season

Are the Braves underperforming preseason expectations thus far?

Braves place LHP Tyler Matzek (elbow) on 15-day injured list

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Atlanta Braves News / FanNation Braves Today / May 7

Bally Sports Brings Back “Legends Booth” for Braves vs Cardinals Next Wednesday

Bally Sports knows how to appeal to Atlanta Braves fans. Fresh off of the success of their “Legends Booth” last season , where the quarter of Tom Glavine,

Pierce Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4