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Injury updates on Austin Riley, Pierce Johnson

The injury bug continues to bite the Braves, but the hope is that they avoided an IL stint with another All-Star. Austin Riley left last night’s game against the Mets after an awkward swing where he appeared to grab his right side.

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Braves return to Truist Park for three-game series against Cubs

The Braves took a disappointing loss Sunday, but have won four of five and are headed home for a seven-game homestand. The Atlanta Braves will return to Truist Park Monday where they will begin a seven-game homestand with a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 1 hour ago

Takeaways from the Braves’ series win in New York

Marcell Ozuna continues to carry the Braves’ offense. The Atlanta Braves saw their four-game winning streak come to an end in soul-crushing fashion Sunday night as Brandon Nimmo’s walk-off home run turned a 3-2 lead into a 4-3 loss.

MLB News / Talking Chop / 1 hour ago

This Day in Braves History: Ryan Klesko extends Atlanta’s home run streak to 25 games

1942 - Jim Tobin has a huge day as he throws a five hitter and slugs three consecutive home runs in a 6-5 win over the Cubs at Braves Field. Tobin is the first pitcher in modern history to collect three home runs in a game.

Austin Riley News / Talking Chop / 1 hour ago

Atlanta Loses To Mets in Walk-Off Fashion, Austin Riley Injury, more

After a good week of bounce back production. Sunday proved to be less than ideal for Atlanta. Overall, this was a nice bounce back week for the Braves after an abysmal trip out West the week before.

MLB News / Action Network / 1 hour ago

Cubs vs. Braves pick, odds, predictions for 5/13: Target this total

Action Network's Tony Sartori shares his Cubs vs. Braves pick for Monday, May 13, including MLB odds and predictions for the showdown at Truist Park.

MLB Morning Pitch: Zerillo's expert picks, odds, predictions for Monday 5/13

Cubs, Braves look primed for a pitchers' duel

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year' quiz

Austin Riley News / MLB Trade Rumors / 10 hours ago

Braves star leaves game early due to left side soreness

A top-seven finisher in NL MVP voting in each of the last three seasons, he has hit only .245/.319/.388 over his first 163 plate appearances, with just three home runs.

Braves ask Bryce Elder to continue strong pitching run vs. Mets

Watch: Braves lose no-hitter in the most brutal fashion

Which MLB players have the most career games played?

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 9 hours ago

Braves’ winning streak snapped on walk-off blast

Atlanta’s four-game winning streak is over after a 4-3 loss Sunday. The Atlanta Braves took a 3-2 lead into the ninth inning, but were unable to hold it in a 4-3 walk-off loss to the New York Mets.

Matt Olson News / ClutchPoints / 4 hours ago

What has gone wrong with Braves’ Matt Olson after home run leading season?

At this time last year, the Atlanta Braves were just starting their historic season. They were racking up runs and homers, putting up staggering offensive numbers that would end up being team highs.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 2 hours ago

How to watch Braves at Mets for free in the US: 2024 MLB live stream, start time, and TV channel

Atlanta Braves and New York Mets will face each other in the third meeting of their three-game series in the 2024 MLB. The event will occur today, May 12, at 7:00 PM ET in the Citi Field.

Max Fried News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Why Braves star Max Fried cemented himself as 2025’s top free agent pitcher with no-hit bid

On Saturday, Braves pitcher Max Fried was close to solidifying himself in team history after throwing seven innings without allowing a single hit. But closer Rasiel Iglesias gave up a home run to New York Mets’ JD Martinez in the bottom of the ninth to end the combined bid.

Raisel Iglesias News / ClutchPoints / 4 hours ago

Braves’ Raisel Iglesias reacts to losing combined no-hitter with 1 out left vs. Mets

The Atlanta Braves got the win on Saturday but the New York Mets spoiled their combined no-hitter after JD Martinez went yard in the ninth inning. Atlanta put on a spectacular performance on the mound but Raisel Iglesias gave up the home run after coming in for the save.

MLB News / Action Network / 8 hours ago

MLB bets: Braves vs. Mets odds, picks, prediction for 'Sunday Night Baseball'

Action Network's Doug Ziefel shares his Braves vs. Mets prediction for "Sunday Night Baseball," which includes the latest MLB odds and betting picks for the NL East series finale on Mother's Day.

Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years

The 35 pitchers who have thrown multiple no-hitters

Who is the last player from every MLB franchise to win an MVP Award?

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / 4 hours ago

Braves ask Bryce Elder to continue strong pitching run vs. Mets

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker said he believes starting pitchers can feed off the momentum generated by those who preceded them in the rotation.

Raisel Iglesias News / Larry Brown Sports / 12 hours ago

Watch: Braves lose no-hitter in the most brutal fashion

The Atlanta Braves were denied history on Saturday.

Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years

1Q report: Takeaways from the quarter mark of the 2024 MLB season

MLB insider sees this Yankees slugger winning his first MVP

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The 'Atlanta Braves retired numbers' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Watch: Braves were one out away from no-hitter

Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years

The Atlanta Braves have had some great pitchers over the past 30 years. But the one thing those pitchers have not done during that stretch is throw a no-hitter.

Blue Jays rally to beat Twins

Rafael Devers hits two-run double to lead Red Sox past Nationals

Rhys Hoskins' three-run homer lifts Brewers over Cardinals

Matt Chapman's grand slam powers Giants past Reds

White Sox silence Guardians to extend winning streak to four

Max Fried News / Field Level Media / 48 minutes ago

Max Fried, Braves working on combined no-hitter

Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried did not allow a hit through seven innings during Saturday's game against the host New York Mets. Fried was removed before the start of the bottom of the eighth inning after throwing 109 pitches and was replaced by right-hander Joe Jimenez.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / 17 hours ago

Atlanta Braves Closer One Save Shy of a Milestone

Only 53 pitchers in MLB history have reached the 200 saves milestone. Eight of those pitchers are Hall of Famers who produced more. Two of those Hall of Famers have 600 or more saves in their respective careers.

Chris Sale News / Just Baseball / 18 hours ago

Chris Sale Has Rediscovered His Ace Form in Atlanta

Chris Sale has become the No. 1 starter that the Braves didn’t know they would need this season, as he’s turned back the clock to his All-Star form from years past.

Jesse Chavez News / SportsTalkATL / 21 hours ago

Is Jesse Chavez on the Braves the best reliever ever?

The entire Braves pitching staff has been excellent to begin the season. The starters have picked up the slack with Spencer Strider down for the season, and Brian Snitker couldn’t ask for much more out of his bullpen.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / 23 hours ago

Former Brave Finds Himself in Poverty and One Day Shy for MLB Pension

Gary Cooper, who once played for the Atlanta Braves, is in dire need of income that the players pension can provide. So what’s the problem? Cooper was with the Braves for just 42 days in 1980.

Zack Short News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 9