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Drake Baldwin News / LWOSports.com / March 11

The No Sophomore Slump Club: Why Drake Baldwin is Poised for a Massive Year 2

If you’re an Atlanta Braves fan (or a fantasy baseball junkie), you probably spent the 2025 season watching Drake Baldwin and thinking, “Okay, this kid is the real deal.” After stepping up during a rocky 2025 campaign, including filling in admirably for Sean Murphy, Baldwin proved he wasn’t just a flash in the pan.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 11

Braves Announce Further Details for 2026 TV Viewing

The Atlanta Braves have unveiled further details for TV viewing for the 2026 season. This update is specifically on the streaming end. The pricing for Braves.TV has been made available.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 10

Walt Weiss Names Key to Braves Staying Healthy in 2026

NORTH PORT – The Atlanta Braves are just about a month into spring training and the Walt Weiss era, but how the team’s new manager will lead this team remains to be seen.

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JR Ritchie News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 10

Braves Prospect Pitcher Shows Poise in First Spring Start

The time arrived for JR Ritchie to get the ball to start for the Atlanta Braves. Dazzling or dealing wouldn’t be the correct words. The Blue Jays made him work.

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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.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 10

Big Spring From Michael Harris Catching Attention of Braves Teammates

Michael Harris II continues to see the ball well and hit it hard in Spring Training. In two trips to the plate on Sunday, the Atlanta Braves center fielder picked up a double and another walk.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 10

Braves Ronald Acuña Jr. Giving Sneak Peek of Full Strength at WBC

Ronald Acuña Jr. is going all out for his countrymen at the World Baseball Classic in Miami. The Atlanta Braves right fielder went 3-for-3 with a home run, two RBIs and a walk, leading Venezuela to a 4-0 win over Nicaragua. Out of the gate, Acuña drew a lead-off walk, stole second, then found himself on third base after a throwing error.

Jurickson Profar News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 9

Braves manager Walt Weiss comments on Jurickson Profar PED situation once again

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss continues to address the fallout surrounding outfielder Jurickson Profar following the veteran’s suspension for violating Major League Baseball’s performance-enhancing drug policy.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

Braves Get Worst-Case Scenario on Left-Handed Starter

After getting carted off the field due to a collision with a Tampa Bay Rays base runner, the Atlanta Braves got the worst-case scenario for left-hander Joey Wentz.

Joey Wentz News / ESPN / March 9

Wentz (ACL) latest Braves P to have major injury

Braves left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz will miss the 2026 season after tearing the ACL in his right knee while attempting to cover first base on Sunday.

Julio Teheran News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Braves' 2-Time All-Star Pitcher Makes Retirement Announcement

Veteran starting pitcher Julio Teheran, who is currently participating in the 2026 World Baseball Classic with Team Colombia, announced that he is retiring from baseball on Monday, via UnderdogMLB.

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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.

Joey Wentz News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9

Joey Wentz To Miss 2026 Season Due To Torn ACL

Braves left-hander Joey Wentz has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and will miss the entire 2026 season. Mark Bowman of MLB.com was among those to relay the news.

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / March 9

Atlanta Braves Suffer Setback As Pitcher Hits Injury List Before Opening Day

Despite the undoubted pedigree, reliability from the starting rotation has been the biggest issue for the Atlanta Braves over the past couple of years.

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Jurickson Profar News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 9

Braves May Have Surprise Answer to Profar Void After Suspension

NORTH PORT – The Atlanta Braves were put in a precarious position after Jurickson Profar’s second season with the club will be marred by a PED suspension.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

Atlanta Braves legend hitting advice could help Gold Glover’s resurgence

The Atlanta Braves traded for utility man Mauricio Dubon to replace former infielder Nick Allen’s defense in the field. Despite having a down season in 2025 — hitting .241 with a .644 OPS — Dubon could see a resurgence in 2026 after talking to his childhood idol and Braves legend, Hall of Fame third baseman Chipper Jones.

Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 8

How Much Bryce Elder's Latest Start Should Impact Braves Rotation Plans

The short answer to this discussion is that one outing isn't going to change much, if anything at all. The Atlanta Braves are likely to keep building up Elder as an option for the rotation to start the season.

Joey Wentz News / ESPN / March 8

Braves lefty Wentz carted off after mishap at 1st

Atlanta Braves left-hander Joey Wentz left Sunday's outing against the Tampa Bay Rays with a right leg injury from an awkward step while covering first base.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 8

NL East Notes: Braves reportedly receive encouraging initial news after Joey Wentz carted off field

Joey Wentz and the Braves may have gotten relatively lucky after the left-hander was carted off the field with an apparent right leg injury during today’s game with the Rays.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Another Atlanta Braves starting pitcher suffers a serious injury

The Atlanta Braves have dealt with constant injuries to pitchers in their starting rotation. Left-hander Joey Wentz, 28, is the latest to get hurt. Per Braves reporter Grant McAuley, Wentz suffered a knee injury in a collision with a Tampa Bay Rays base runner.

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / March 8

MLB News: Braves Receive Positive News On Starting Rotation; Astros Reunite With Former Catcher & More

An injury-ravaged starting rotation was one of the primary reasons behind the disastrous 2025 campaign for the Atlanta Braves. Walt Weiss took over from Brian Snitker as the new manager, but the team still faces the same old issues.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Ronald Acuna Jr. Sends Message to Ozzie Albies After World Baseball Classic Win

The Atlanta Braves are looking to return to the MLB playoffs this year, and there is strong reason to believe they can do so with the offensive core that remains intact.

Jurickson Profar News / Larry Brown Sports / March 3

How much money Jurickson Profar is losing to PED suspension

Jurickson Profar will be missing out on quite the payday after testing positive for one of MLB’s banned substances. Profar was slapped with a 162-game suspension on Tuesday after Exogenous Testosterone, a performance-enhancing drug, was detected in his system.