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Braves top prospect Tate Southisene hits the IL

A year after being drafted, Tate Southisene is already being labeled by many as the top prospect in the organization, and the Braves’ decision to promote him to Double-A at just 19 years old suggested they might agree.

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Drake Baldwin leads off in Mets series finale

Welp, The Atlanta Braves won’t take the series win against the New York Mets, but they have a shot to avoid a sweep. Let’s take a look at these lineups for the series finale.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Braves make big changes to lineup ahead of Game 2 versus Mets

After dropping Game 1 of Wednesday’s doubleheader against the Mets, the Braves have already released the lineup card for Game 2, which features several considerable changes.

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Casey Mize News / Viral Sports News / July 29

Braves’ Latest Trade Prediction Adds Former Top Pick

The Atlanta Braves face a pressing shortage of reliable starting pitching as the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline approaches, prompting speculation that the club could pursue Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 29

Braves Prospect Conor Essenburg Puts Power on Display in Single-A

One of the Atlanta Braves' top prospects just turned in an unforgettable performance at the plate in Single-A. Outfielder Conor Essenburg, Atlanta's No.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Braves should feel good about first start from AJ Smith-Shawver

The Braves couldn’t get the job done for the second consecutive game against the Mets, falling in the first game of their doubleheader by a score of 3-2.

Austin Riley News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Calls Mount for Braves to Make Austin Riley Move After Loss to Mets

The Atlanta Braves have an Austin Riley problem. The 29-year-old third baseman struggled in 2025, spending most of the year dealing with a sports hernia that forced him to undergo season-ending core surgery.

MLB News / Just Baseball / July 29

Are the Royals the Perfect Trade Partner for the Braves?

In the offseason, the Atlanta Braves appeared to have an embarrassment of riches in their starting rotation. Not only was the group full, but Atlanta looked like it would have to make some difficult decisions just to narrow the rotation down to five starters.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 29

Tate Southisene on Columbus IL After HBP

The Atlanta Braves made the ultra-aggressive move to promote their star infield prospect Tate Southisene to Double-A at the age of 19 after just 104 professional games, but his run with the Clingstones is going to have an unfortunate interruption.

Chris Sale News / Battery Power / July 29

Chris Sale gets the start against the Mets in series finale

Rise and shine, Braves country! A Wednesday split doubleheader is at your service. Chris Sale is on the mound for the Atlanta Braves to face the New York Mets in today’s second game of the doubleheader in this three-game series.

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AJ Smith-Shawver News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Braves Make Move for Doubleheader Against Mets

The Atlanta Braves added a key arm for Wednesday's split-admission doubleheader against the New York Mets, reinstating right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver from the injured list and naming him the club's 27th man for the twin bill.

Ken Rosenthal News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Ken Rosenthal pushes back on potential trade between Braves and Blue Jays

On paper, the Braves and the Blue Jays make perfect sense as trade partners. The Braves are obvious buyers sitting atop the NL East, while the Blue Jays are in last place in the AL East and 5.5 games back of the final wild card spot with several teams between them.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 29

2026 Battery Power Braves Midseason Top 30 Prospects: 18-13

How he got to the Braves: 2024 6th round pick (#191 overall) In a farm system full of intriguing young arms, Bagwell continues to fly under the radar despite putting up excellent numbers to begin his career.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

The prime Braves trade chip in Tarik Skubal pursuit

The Atlanta Braves are expected to be among the Tarik Skubal trade suitors. There are a number of talented pitchers who may be available and the Braves could always pivot if Skubal is traded elsewhere, but Atlanta seemingly has interest in acquiring the two-time Cy Young winner.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Conor Essenburg, another Braves prospect enjoying a breakout campaign

Over the last several years, talented position player prospects in the Braves farm system have been few and far between. The good news is the couple they had — Michael Harris II and Drake Baldwin — turned into superstars.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 29

Elieser Hernández selected, double header scheduled, and more

The Atlanta Braves announced Tuesday that they have selected the contract of right-hander Elieser Hernández and optioned left-hander Connor Thomas to Triple-A Gwinnett. The move comes after Monday’s game, where Thomas gave up 11 earned runs in just 2.2 innings against the New York Mets.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

One bold trade deadline prediction for the Braves

The Braves’ focus ahead of the trade deadline: pitching, pitching, and more pitching, with a little side of offense. The club needs to add someone who can, at the very least, platoon in left field and at DH, but their top priorities undoubtedly surround the rotation and a bullpen that’s struggled mightily over the last month or so.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 29

Guide to Braves vs Mets Doubleheader

After a day off due to weather, the Atlanta Braves will play two on Wednesday against the New York Mets. They aim to bounce back from a brutal loss on Monday night, when a tight 3-3 game turned into a 14-3 blowout.

Kyle Farmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29

Braves Re-Sign Kyle Farmer To Minor League Deal

The Braves re-signed infielder Kyle Farmer to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. He would’ve debuted with the Stripers tonight before the game was rained out.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Atlanta Braves Demote Player After Loss to Mets

The Atlanta Braves lost Monday's game against the New York Mets in embarrassing fashion, falling 14-3. The Mets spoiled the return of right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr., who was activated in time for the series opener.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Braves Select Elieser Hernández

The Braves selected the contract of right-hander Elieser Hernández from Triple-A Gwinnett, per a team announcement. Lefty Connor Thomas was optioned to Gwinnett in his place.

Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / July 28

Behind Chris Sale, Braves bid to rebound vs. Mets

Taxed with a fatigued bullpen, the visiting Atlanta Braves would love nothing more than a long outing from their starting pitcher on Tuesday night, when they play the second contest of a three-game set against the New York Mets.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 27

Braves activate Ronald Acuña Jr.

The Braves announced this morning that they have reinstated Ronald Acuña Jr. from the 10-day injured list. Buster Olney of ESPN reported the move a bit before the official announcement.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 27

Braves activating Ronald Acuna Jr. ahead of Mets series

After a successful week-long rehab assignment, the Atlanta Braves are reportedly ready to activate their superstar right fielder ahead of their series against the New York Mets.

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