Atlanta Braves: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Key Stats Reflect Braves' Inconsistencies on Offense Early in Season

Little went right for the Atlanta Braves in their 5-2 loss to the Athletics Tuesday night. Along with shaky performance from their starter, Jose Suarez, the bats did little to back him up. The Braves' heavy reliance on the longball and the big inning early in the season caught up with them.

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Braves Sticking With Suarez or Pérez for Rotation Plans (For Now)

The Atlanta Braves intend to stay the course with their current rotation plans for now. Manager Walt Weiss said after Tuesday’s 5-2 loss to the Athletics

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 31

Braves reveal unreal baby blue City Connect jerseys with nostalgic video

There is nothing like watching a new, sweet design of a baseball jersey. The City Connects are a big part of the uniform game now, and every team outside of the New York Yankees has one.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Mauricio Dubón Providing Refreshing Change for Braves at Shortstop

Just remember this. The Atlanta Braves' acquisition of utility man Mauricio Dubón was a one-for-one swap where the return was Nick Allen. Nothing else had to be thrown in for them to get what was, by default, an upgrade at the position. Sure, they had Ha-Seong Kim in September.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

New Braves City Connect Jerseys Bring TBS Flare to BravesVision Era

Not before long, the Atlanta Braves will be taking the field with a new look. Shortly after they were leaked on social media, the team released a video that officially revealed new City Connect Nike uniforms.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Bryce Elder Silences Doubts With Another Strong Start for Braves

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves entered the season with some lingering doubts in their rotation, but Monday’s strong performance from Bryce Elder provided another sigh of relief.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Braves Pitching Staff Achieves Rare Franchise Feat

The Atlanta Braves' pitching staff has looked good in the early going this season, but it appears they’re historically good in the context of franchise history.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Starting Pitching Concerns Easing for Braves One Outing at a Time

It's early. It's very early, as a matter of fact. But for the Atlanta Braves, winning three of their first four after starting 0-7 last year was crucial to putting minds at ease.

Spencer Strider News / Total Pro Sports / March 31

MLB Rumors: Spencer Strider’s Injury Paves The Way For Free Agent Pitcher

The Atlanta Braves suffered a huge blow after Spencer Strider was placed on the injured list. Strider had an oblique strain, and his absence has put the Atlanta Braves in a tough spot.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / March 31

2026 Transactions: Braves Select Martin Perez, Guardians Select Allard

Atlanta selected veteran pitcher Martin Perez to join an injury-hampered pitching staff on March 30. It was one of several moves on the day, which also saw the Guardians promote Kolby Allard as part of a bullpen restructure.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / March 30

Braves option pitching prospect Didier Fuentes, call up Martin Perez

To further his development as a starting pitcher, the Atlanta Braves optioned right-handed prospect Didier Fuentes to Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday and purchased the contract of veteran left-hander Martin Perez.

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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 / Last Word On Sports / March 30

Atlanta Braves demote top prospect for former all-star

The Atlanta Braves on Monday tweaked the roster before welcoming in the Athletics for a three-game series. According to the Braves on X, right-hander Didier Fuentes was optioned to Triple-A, and left-hander Martin Perez’s contract was selected from Gwinnett.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 30

Braves Add Potential Starter to Roster, Option Prospect to Triple-A

Based on a recent move, we could be closer to finding out who the Atlanta Braves' fifth starter to begin the season is. The team announced Monday morning that left-hander Martín Pérez has been added to the major league roster.