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Chris Sale Reflects on Braves Shutout, Emotional Night

Through eight innings, Chris Sale was at 96 pitches and had held the Los Angeles Dodgers scoreless throughout. Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss had a big choice to make: send him back out or turn to closer Raisel Iglesias, who was warming up.

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Chris Sale throws shutout, Robert Suarez update, and more

It was a night to remember for Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves, who completed the sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers after Thursday’s 1-0 win. Sale was dominant, throwing his first shutout since 2019.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 28

Braves vs. Dodgers series recap: A spectacularly strange sweep

Shohei Ohtani ending a game stranded at third base with a leadoff triple. An .066 hitter coming up huge with a walk-off hit. A game ending 1-0 where the only run was scored on the first pitch of the game for the winning team.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 28

MLB roundup: Chris Sale fans 11 in complete game as Braves blank Dodgers

Chris Sale struck out 11 on Thursday while throwing his first complete game in seven years, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 1-0 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers to complete a three-game sweep.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

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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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.

Drake Baldwin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28

Drake Baldwin’s leadoff home run in 1-0 win makes history for both Braves, Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves achieved something on Thursday that they had not done since President Benjamin Harrison was in office. All-Star catcher Drake Baldwin continued to punish the Los Angeles Dodgers, belting a 403-foot leadoff home run off Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / August 27

Braves finish sweep of Dodgers behind Chris Sale's CG, 11 K's

Chris Sale struck out 11 on Thursday while throwing his first complete game in seven years, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 1-0 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers and a three-game sweep.

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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.

Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Chris Sale drops a legendary three-word line after shutting out the Dodgers

Chris Sale reacted to his masterpiece on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a way that only Chris Sale could. The Atlanta Braves ace lefty Sale threw an absolute gem on Thursday versus the powerhouse Dodgers.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27

Chris Sale delivers complete-game shutout in Braves' sweep of Dodgers

Even at 37 years old, Chris Sale is turning in one of the best seasons of his career. The Atlanta Braves ace turned in a gem against the back-to-back World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers.

Sale drops legendary three-word line after shutting out the Dodgers

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Trade-deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. providing power boost for Yankees

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Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / August 27

Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Announcement After Removal From Lineup

It is no secret that Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has struggled since being activated off the 10-day injured list back in late July. His numbers this season fall well short of his usual standards.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 27

Ha-Seong Kim starts at short, Ronald Acuña Jr. gets a day off

Lineup shuffles are all the rage: Honestly, this is just a strange-looking lineup. Mauricio Dubon is still hitting cleanup, but Ozzie Albies slides up to second in Ronald Acuña Jr.’s absence.

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / August 27

Dubón Slashes Path to Cleanup Spot for Braves

Forget the big brawny power hitters everyone expects in the fourth spot. The Atlanta Braves have officially flipped the script by placing Mauricio Dubón in the cleanup role as they enter the season’s most influential stretch.

Chris Sale News / EasySportz / August 27

Chris Sale Faces Dodgers in High Stakes Thursday Clash

The Los Angeles Dodgers are heading into a massive test at Truist Park this Thursday night. It’s more than just another regular season game. This matchup features two of the best teams in the National League fighting for playoff positioning.

Ha-seong Kim News / EasySportz / August 27

Ha-Seong Kim Walks Off Dodgers as Braves Win 6-5

The Atlanta Braves delivered another dramatic victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night, rallying for a 6-5 walk-off win at Truist Park.

Sean Murphy News / SportsTalkATL / August 27

The Braves are finally using Sean Murphy the right way

Ha-Seong Kim will grab all the headlines Thursday morning, and rightfully so — movie directors couldn’t have written that script. But the performance from Sean Murphy last night shouldn’t get lost in Kim’s heroics.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 27

Braves Prospect Round-Up: 2026 First-Rounder Thriving Early

The Atlanta Braves continue to roll, and so is their talent down in the minor leagues. Propsects are further refining their crafts, and proving they belong right where they are.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'He’s Naked, and They’re Naked': MLB Broadcaster Reacts to Bizarre Stadium Scene as Braves Spoil the Party for Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves game on Wednesday proved that home runs aren’t the only deciding factor in MLB when batters are willing to grind out singles.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 27

Braves' AJ Smith-Shawver Takes Post-Surgery Chapter a Step Further

Another post-Tommy John surgery start is under AJ Smith-Shawver's belt. For the first time this season, the Atlanta Braves starter has completed five innings, allowing three earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three along the way.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 26

Two veteran players the Braves could consider extending right now

Over the years, the Braves have issued a plethora of early extensions to their young talent. Some have worked out wonderfully. Others haven’t aged as well.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 26

Four under the radar prospects Braves fans must know

The Braves farm system has made leaps and bounds this season, with several new faces inside the top 100 prospects overall and others who could join them in the not-too-distant future.

Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Atlanta Braves Make Decision with 21-Year-Old Pitcher on Tuesday

The Atlanta Braves made a roster adjustment in their minor league system Tuesday as they prepared to open a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Truist Park.

Jim Jarvis News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24

Braves Option Jim Jarvis

The Braves optioned rookie infielder Jim Jarvis to Triple-A Gwinnett during Monday’s off day. Outfielder Brewer Hicklen remains on the active roster after being appointed the 27th man for the Little League Classic against Milwaukee on Sunday.

Danny Young News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24

Braves Outright Danny Young

The Braves have sent left-hander Danny Young outright to Triple-A Gwinnett, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24

Tigers bolster bullpen with signing of Tyler Kinley

Tigers bolster bullpen with signing of former Braves reliever Tyler Kinley

The Detroit Tigers have signed Kinley to a major league deal to bolster their bullpen amid their recent struggles.

Rays' Drew Rasmussen eager to continue win streak in opener vs. Tigers

Royals outslug Tigers, polish off 7-0 homestand

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Braves Pitcher Could Potentially Return This Year After Multiple Surgeries

Despite having one of the best records in baseball and leading the National League East division, the Atlanta Braves are still dealing with a plethora of injuries.

Jacob Shafer News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Atlanta Braves Part Ways With Struggling Pitcher

The Atlanta Braves released right-handed pitcher Jacob Shafer from their High-A affiliate, the Rome Emperors, according to minor-league transaction reports on Monday.