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Braves predicted to make blockbuster trade for Zach Neto

Because the Braves have so much money locked into this core group, it’s hard for them to find places to upgrade each offseason. Two spots, though, have

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Braves Prospect Briggs McKenzie Pitches Standout Gem in AFL

Briggs McKenzie dominated again in the Arizona Fall League. The Atlanta Braves’ No. 8 prospect pitched five scoreless innings, allowing two hits and two

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / October 23

Are you going to watch the World Series?

For some people, Braves out equals no more baseball. For others, they’ll take as much as they can get. I’m weird: I’ll take as much of the regular season as I can get, but lose interest in the short-series-tournament format pretty handily.

Matt Olson News / Battery Power / October 23

Matt Olson awarded, Connor Thomas review, and more

As award season is ramping up, Matt Olson is the first Atlanta Brave to be honored this offseason. It was announced Thursday that Olson was selected to

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 23

Braves Add Two Amateur Players Via Minor League Contracts

The Atlanta Braves have added a couple of players to the system early in their offseason. According to their transaction page, they have signed outfielder Euris Polanco and right-hander Francis Cuevas. Both players put pen to paper on Tuesday. Not much is known about either of these players.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Braves Suddenly Land New Pitcher Before MLB Free Agency

The Atlanta Braves have signed free-agent right-handed pitcher Francis Cuevas to a minor league contract, according to the MiLB transaction log. The move adds another arm to the organization’s pitching depth as the offseason begins following Atlanta’s 2026 campaign.

Raisel Iglesias News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 22

In-House Options to Be Braves Closer for 2027 Season

The Atlanta Braves have had some continuity at the closer role for some time now. Raisel Iglesias has been the guy for four seasons now, making 131 saves.

Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / October 22

Atlanta Braves Acquire New Outfielder in Early Offseason Move

The Atlanta Braves quietly added another piece to their international pipeline just before the 2026 World Series begins, signing outfielder Euris Polanco to a minor-league contract on October 20.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 22

Two star Japanese free agents that should interest the Braves

The Braves haven’t been in the business of signing Japanese free agents very often, but the success other clubs have had bringing them in has been eye-opening.

Matt Olson News / Battery Power / October 22

Matt Olson wins sixth Fielding Bible Award

The Atlanta Braves, who won the NL East and defeated the Phillies in the Wild Card Round this season, had one of the their players honored today. Matt Olson won Fielding Bible award today.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 22

Braves Prospect Report: Ryne Barker’s Big Bet, Skipping Texas Tech

Ryne Barker is a 19-year-old infielder who can best be described as a raw talent. He has shown signs of being a guy who can develop into a player who does everything well, but it's only his speed that jumps off the page, where he's listed as a 60-grade – and in some cases 70 – runner.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 22

Shortstop free agent targets for the Braves

I was going to continue my series on five free agents the Braves should target at positions of need with a section on shortstops. It’s been the biggest hole on Atlanta’s roster since Dansby Swanson left in free agency, and it’s never been more glaring than now, with Mauricio Dubon set to test the open market.

Ozzie Albies News / SportsTalkATL / October 22

Will the Braves consider trading Ozzie Albies this offseason?

The Braves don’t have difficult decisions to make when it comes to their club options. Ronald Acuña Jr. has one for $17 million in 2027 and another for $17 million in 2028.

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Ha-seong Kim News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 22

Braves Can't Afford to Repeat Their Ha-Seong Kim Mistake This Offseason

It's no secret that the Atlanta Braves are still searching for stability at shortstop. Since Dansby Swanson's departure following the 2022 season, the team has tried multiple options to replicate his production on both sides of the ball, whether it was Mauricio Dubón, Jim Jarvis or Ha-seong Kim.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 21

5 Free Agents The Braves Should Target: Starting Pitchers

There’s a lot of uncertainty around how the offseason will play out because of the looming lockout. It would be shocking if there were no baseball played at all next season.

Briggs McKenzie News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 21

Braves No. 8 Prospect Putting in Work Post-Injury in Arizona Fall League

The 2026 season marked the first action Briggs McKenzie saw in professional baseball. The Atlanta Braves prospect even earned his first promotion, moving up from Single-A to High-A after one dominant appearance.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 21

In hindsight, did the Braves really fail at the trade deadline?

With a farm system that showed significant growth this year and a major-league club that needed a lot of fixing, everybody expected the Braves to be among the most active teams at this year’s trade deadline.

Brett Wisely News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 15

Braves Select Brett Wisely

The Braves added infielder Brett Wisely to their 40-man roster, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. Atlanta sent outfielder DaShawn Keirsey Jr.

Jurickson Profar News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Jurickson Profar Lands New Opportunity Away From Braves

Jurickson Profar has signed with Tiburones de La Guaira for the 2026-27 Venezuelan Professional Baseball League season, giving the Atlanta Braves outfielder an opportunity to return to game action after missing the entire 2026 Major League Baseball season.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14

Braves' stance on Ronald Acuna Jr.'s future has been revealed

Ronald Acuña Jr. might not have worn out his welcome in Atlanta just yet. The Atlanta Braves are unlikely to trade their star outfielder Acuña this offseason, Jon Heyman of The New York Post reported Wednesday on the Bleacher Report app.

Luke Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14

Braves Outright Luke Williams

The Braves sent utility player Luke Williams through outright waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Atlanta designated him for assignment last week when they added Danny Young to the roster to keep him out of minor league free agency this offseason.

Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Chris Sale News Announced After Braves Elimination

The Atlanta Braves season did not end how the organization had hoped. After finishing first in the National League East and returning to the playoffs, their trip was cut short.

Corey Seager News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10

Braves are being linked to a former World Series MVP after playoff exit

The Atlanta Braves may be ready to take a big swing after a fifth consecutive year of failing to make it past the NLDS.

Tyler Mahle hoping to remain with Atlanta Braves

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Tyler Mahle News / Yardbarker / October 9

Tyler Mahle hoping to remain with Atlanta Braves

Mahle had a surprisingly strong run after being acquired by the Atlanta Braves at the 2026 MLB trade deadline. If he has his way, his time in Atlanta will continue beyond this year.

One number shows why Braves faltered against Dodgers in NLDS

Andy Pages' clutch hit sends Dodgers past Braves, into NLCS

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Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / October 6