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News of Former Braves Prospect Making Sale Trade Look Even Better

As the 2023 calendar year came to a close, the Atlanta Braves stunned the baseball world with a trade for starting pitcher Chris Sale. The once great all-star was a shell of his former self, but he was heading to Atlanta in exchange for prospect infielder Vaughn Grissom.

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Centerpiece of the Chris Sale trade now on Red Sox roster bubble

The Chris Sale trade might go down as the best trade in Atlanta Braves history. Alex Anthopoulos took a gamble on the oft-injured veteran a couple of offseasons ago, sending — at the time — a highly regarded young infielder in Vaughn Grissom to Boston in return.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 27

Braves Faced with Top SP Options Beginning to Chip Away

As the holiday season gets underway, the Atlanta Braves are watching their options start to chip away. Like hot ticket items at a store on Black Friday, some potential additions are already scratched off the list. Over back-to-back, we’ve seen Sonny Gray traded to the Boston Red Sox and Georgia native Dylan Cease sign with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Eugenio Suarez News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 26

A Case for Why All-Star Eugenio Suarez is a Realistic DH Option for Braves

If you can prevent him from hitting four home runs in a game against you, maybe sign him. This isn't an original thought, far from it, but the Atlanta Braves need a bat.

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Sean Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 26

2025 Atlanta Braves Player Year in Review: Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy has been a valuable piece of the Atlanta Braves' catching rotation for three seasons now. One of the best defensive catchers in baseball, Murphy

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 26

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. Makes Announcement on Wednesday

The Atlanta Braves took a step back as an organization in 2025, missing the MLB playoffs and finishing with a 76–86 record. Even so, the outlook for 2026 remains promising, particularly with right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 26

3 Things for the Braves to Be Thankful for on Thanksgiving

The holiday season is in full swing, and many are set to gather and indulge in football and a week's worth of carbohydrates in one sitting. However, part of this time includes taking a moment to say what you're thankful for, and the Atlanta Braves are no exception.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 26

Insane Play From Braves Acuña Ranked Surprisingly Low on Top Plays List

The comeback arc for Ronald Acuña Jr. wasn't just centered around hit bat, as good as it is. A major part of it was how he reminded everyone of the highlight reel the Atlanta Braves star can be in right field.

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 26

MLB.com Addresses 'Biggest Challenge' For New Braves Manager Walt Weiss

Undoubtedly, the biggest news for the Atlanta Braves this offseason has been the retirement of longtime manager Brian Snitker and the subsequent promotion of bench coach Walt Weiss to the position.

Grant Holmes News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 25

How a Healthy Grant Holmes Brings Valuable Trait to 2026 Braves

As the offseason goes on, the recovery of Atlanta Braves right-hander Grant Holmes remains promising. In an update last week, the effort to rehab a partially torn UCL is going better than the team expected. The goal is to be ready by Spring Training, and perhaps he can pull it off.

Dylan Cease News / SportsTalkATL / November 25

The primary reason Dylan Cease could be on the Braves’ radar

The Braves have already made a couple of significant additions to their roster, re-signing Raisel Iglesias and trading for Mauricio Dubon. Those moves don’t take them out of the running for more relievers or another shortstop, but the main focus has clearly shifted to the rotation, where the Braves need to add another proven starter.

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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.

Marcell Ozuna News / Just Baseball / November 25

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Marcell Ozuna

Perhaps the worst time for a bad season, designated hitter Marcell Ozuna hits the open market this winter a 35-year-old coming off a down year in Atlanta.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 24

2025 Atlanta Braves Performance Review: Ronald Acuña Jr.

Ronald Acuña, Jr. is a superstar who’s had a career marred by injury. Despite suffering his second ACL tear in three years in 2024, the Atlanta Braves’

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Joel Payamps News / ESPN / November 24

Payamps to stay with Braves on 1-year contract

Braves and right-hander Joel Payamps agreed to a one-year, $2.25 million deal on Monday in another move to retain a veteran member of the team's bullpen.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

A hypothetical Braves trade with the Diamondbacks for Ketel Marte

Perhaps the biggest name that could be on the move this offseason is Diamondbacks star second baseman Ketel Marte. “The Diamondbacks will ask for a lot in return, but they are definitely motivated in moving him with $71 million remaining through 2030,” MLB insider Bob Nightengale wrote a couple of weeks ago.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

Ken Rosenthal comments on the Braves next offseason moves

Among the Braves’ first wave of offseason moves, they acquired Houston Astros super-utility man Mauricio Dubon. Dubon is a guy who can quite literally play all over the diamond.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 24

Former MLB GM Sends Brewers Star Pitcher to Braves in Mock Trade

The Atlanta Braves have been named as a potential landing spot for an All-Star starting pitcher. However, it could come at a cost of some notable pieces

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

MLB insider cooks up Braves trade hypothetical for Freddy Peralta

The Atlanta Braves have at least begun filling two of their biggest offseason holes. Raisel Iglesias will likely return as the team’s closer after inking a one-year, $16 million contract, and Mauricio Dubon is at least capable of being the starting shortstop after Atlanta acquired him in a trade with the Astros.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 24

Guns N' Roses Set Date for Visit to Braves Truist Park on World Tour

A legendary rock band is making its way to Atlanta to close out its upcoming world tour. Guns N' Roses will perform at Truist Park, the home of the Atlanta Braves since 2017.

Marcell Ozuna News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 24

How Braves Could Address DH Position This Offseason

Questions surround the Atlanta Braves regarding the designated hitter role heading into the offseason. Marcell Ozuna is a free agent since his contract expired, opening the door to another player stepping into the position. Ozuna has played for the Braves since 2020, serving in the DH role since the National League adopted it full-time in 2022.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / November 24

2025 Transactions: Payamps Re-Signs with Braves, Maton to Cubs

This past weekend was a relatively quiet one, until the Mets and Rangers shook up their rosters with a blockbuster trade that included two highly-paid stars.

Joel Payamps News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 23

Braves re-sign pitcher Joel Payamps

The Braves announced that they have signed right-hander Joel Payamps to a one-year, $2.25M deal.

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22

Braves sign pair of players

The Atlanta Braves opened their offseason with a clear signal from the front office. In one of the club’s first 2025 offseason moves, Atlanta reached one year deals with outfielder Eli White and left handed pitcher Joey Wentz.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 21

Former Braves top prospect Carlos Rodriguez getting big opportunity with Padres

The Padres are expected to sign outfielder Carlos Rodriguez.

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Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 20

Braves aren't wasting any time with roster reconstruction

The Atlanta Braves had a disappointing season in 2025, finishing fourth in the National League East at 76-86. They're wasting no time retooling in hopes of a return to contention in 2026.

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