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Braves make 2 contract decisions with Opening Day right around the corner

The Atlanta Braves continue finalizing their roster as Opening Day 2026 approaches, making key decisions that help shape the bench. The club has agreed to contracts with utility infielder Kyle Farmer and first baseman Dominic Smith, signaling confidence in its current roster construction.

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Braves To Include Didier Fuentes On Opening Day Roster

Right-hander Didier Fuentes has won himself a spot on the Braves’ Opening Day roster, ESPN’s Jeff Passan writes. The 20-year-old Fuentes made his big league debut last season with four starts and 13 innings for Atlanta, and he’ll now return to the Show in what Passan says will be a relief role.

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Braves Sign Dominic Smith, Kyle Farmer To Split Contracts

The Braves announced that Dominic Smith and Kyle Farmer have been signed to Major League split contracts for the 2026 season. The two veterans were already

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Rowdy Tellez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21

Braves sign Rowdy Tellez to minor-league contract

The Atlanta Braves continue shaping their roster with a low-risk move, adding power depth ahead of Opening Day 2026. The club has signed Rowdy Tellez to a minor-league contract, reinforcing its focus on flexibility and depth—particularly at first base behind an established starter.

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

Atlanta Braves Shut The Door On Top Pitching Prospect Ahead Of Opening Day

The Atlanta Braves are a potential contender for the National League East title, but the starting rotation remains a concern. Chris Sale and Spencer Strider offer a strong combination at the top of their rotation, but there are always doubts about whether both can last a full season.

Jurickson Profar News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

MLB Insider Sees The End Of Atlanta Braves-Jurickson Profar

Jurickson Profar is facing a 182-game suspension that will rule him out for the entire 2026 MLB campaign. The 33-year-old failed a PED test for the second year in a row.

Rowdy Tellez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21

Braves adding former 35-home run slugger

The Atlanta Braves are taking a flier on a beefy slugger in free agency. The Braves are reportedly signing left-handed hitter Rowdy Tellez to a contract.

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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.

Rowdy Tellez News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20

Braves, Rowdy Tellez Agree To Minor League Deal

The Braves are signing first baseman Rowdy Tellez to a minor league contract, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Ari Alexander of Boston 7 News reports that the Primo Sports Group client would earn a $1.25MM base salary if he secures a spot on the MLB roster.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Star Braves pitching prospect doesn’t make Opening Day roster

The Atlanta Braves are closing in on finalizing their Opening Day roster. On Friday, the organization announced a plethora of moves, with one star pitching prospect not making the roster to begin the 2026 campaign.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 20

One Braves Prospect Reassigned, Another Expected to Stick Around

The Atlanta Braves have made sweeping reassignments as swing training nears its end. The team announced Friday evening that six players have been removed from big league camp.

JR Ritchie News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20

Braves Reassign JR Ritchie To Minor League Camp

Atlanta announced a series of camp cuts today. Arguably, the most notable name in the bunch is that of right-handed pitching prospect JR Ritchie, who has been reassigned to minor league camp.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s Behavior Towards Ozzie Albies Draws Attention After World Baseball Classic

The Atlanta Braves have plenty of reasons to be optimistic for the upcoming MLB season, and one of the biggest is the prospect of a fully healthy year from Ronald Acuna Jr.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 20

Atlanta Braves Settle on Opening Day Starter vs. Royals

The Atlanta Braves have made the expected choice for their opening day starter. They announced that Chris Sale will be on the bump. Opening day will be at home, where the Braves will open the season on Friday, March 27, against the Kansas City Royals.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20

Ronald Acuna Jr. brutally trolled Braves teammate over his WBC win

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. could not help but rub it in after winning the World Baseball Classic with Venezuela. Acuna has returned to Braves camp and wasted no time taunting teammate Ozzie Albies, who played for Team Netherlands during the tournament.

Ozzie Albies News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 20

Watch Ozzie Albies Pays Up on WBC Bet With Ronald Acuña Jr.

NORTH PORT – Some friendly rivalry has made its way into the Atlanta Braves clubhouse. Right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. and second baseman Ozzie Albies both

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Ian Hamilton News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19

Braves Outright Ian Hamilton

The Braves announced that right-hander Ian Hamilton has been sent outright to Triple-A Gwinnett. There wasn’t any previous indication he was on waivers but it appears he was quietly passed through unclaimed in recent days.

Jurickson Profar News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

Atlanta Braves DH Jurickson Profar will miss all of 2026

The Atlanta Braves will be without outfielder Jurickson Profar for the 2026 season after getting his PED suspension resolved. Profar has already served a suspension for PED use last season after signing a three-year ($45 million) contract in January 2025.