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Ronald Acuña Jr. Injury: Impact on NL Playoff Race, Braves

The Atlanta Braves had a real scare on Tuesday as Ronald Acuña Jr. was forced to exit early against the Cincinnati Reds in the third inning. The Braves announced that the superstar left with a left shin contusion and has already been listed as day-to-day.

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JR Ritchie strong, but Braves sleepwalk in post-hangover game, lose 4-0

Was this a hangover game? Or was it a post-hangover game, given the travel-related off day on Monday? Whatever the case, the Braves didn’t put up much of a fight as they dropped a fairly meaningless contest to the Reds by a score of 4-0.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 22

X-rays negative for Braves RF Ronald Acuna Jr. (shin)

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. left Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds in the third inning with a left shin contusion. Facing Reds left-hander Brandon Williamson, Acuna swung at an inside cutter and fouled the ball off his left shin, below the knee and just above a protective guard.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Braves Make Ronald Acuña Jr. Announcement After Exiting Reds Game

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. has had an up-and-down season this year. Now in his ninth big-league season, the 28-year-old superstar has continued to perform at an elite level and has been especially dominant in the month of September.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 22

Braves Star Ronald Acuña Jr. Exits Game with Apparent Injury

The Atlanta Braves have to hold their breath after Ronald Acuña Jr. faces another apparent injury. In his second plate appearance of the night, he fouled a ball into his left leg.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 22

Braves manager Walt Weiss reveals 1 ‘different’ thing amid playoff preparation

As the Atlanta Braves opened a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, manager Walt Weiss was planning for the final week of the regular season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 22

Braves’ outfield may receive boost during MLB playoffs

With the Atlanta Braves off the back of winning the NL East once again, the team is now ramping up for the postseason, hoping to be as fully healthy as possible.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 22

No rest (yet?) for the regulars in first Braves game after clinch

Did you think there were going to be days off? There are no days off. At least not yet. Maybe a partial day off? We’ll see. This is the same lineup the Braves rolled out when they last had to face a lefty (8-4 loss to the Cubs).

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Matt Olson News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Matt Olson Makes Bold Braves Claim Ahead of MLB Playoffs

Matt Olson believes the Atlanta Braves have the kind of clubhouse that can compete with any team entering the postseason. After Atlanta swept the Houston Astros to secure the National League East title, Olson made his confidence in the group clear.

Robert Suarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 22

Insider says quiet part out loud about Robert Suarez’s expected Braves injury return

With the Atlanta Braves winning another NL East divisional title, the team is looking to make their mark in the upcoming playoffs, adding another World Series to the team’s legacy.

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MLB News / Battery Power / September 22

Division-winning Braves set to begin tune-ups as they welcome Reds to town

It’s tune-up time. The division is clinched, the chances of getting not-the-three seed in the NL are very low, and the Braves are presumably going to take it easy for their last two series before playoff action begins.

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 22

Braves Walt Weiss Deserves a Real Manager of the Year Conversation

Last April, questions about whether the Atlanta Braves needed a change came screaming to the forefront after the team started 0-7. With one year left on his contract, discourse continued over whether Brian Snitker would retire.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 22

Preview, Probable Starts for Braves vs Reds

The postseason and division race are locked up and in the rearview mirror. Now, the Atlanta Braves aim to finish the regular season strong as they host the Cincinnati Reds for a three-game series.

JR Ritchie News / Field Level Media / September 21

Braves turn to JR Ritchie vs. Reds after clinching East

Atlanta rookie JR Ritchie wanted one more start before the end of the regular season. With the division title secured, he'll get it on Tuesday when the Braves open a three-game homestand against the Cincinnati Reds.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 20

Braves’ NL East reign continues with seventh title in nine seasons

For the seventh time in nine seasons, the Atlanta Braves are back atop the National League East.

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Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 20

Ronald Acuna Jr., Braves bid to clinch NL East in finale vs. Astros

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. rode a torrid 20-game stretch into the middle contest Saturday of an interleague series against the Houston Astros, and he continued his stellar play.

Robert Suarez News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Atlanta Braves Announce Major Robert Suarez News

The Atlanta Braves officially sent right-handed reliever Robert Suarez on a rehabilitation assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday morning, a key step in his return from a lengthy absence with right elbow inflammation, via the MLB transaction log.

Atlanta Braves News / New Baseball Media / September 19

How the Braves Made the 2026 MLB Postseason

Injuries dragged the Braves down in 2025, in what was, arguably, the most disappointing season for the franchise in a decade. But given all that talent still on the Braves, it would have been very difficult to envision the club missing out on postseason baseball in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 19

Tyler Mahle has been a reliable force on the mound since joining Braves

Since being acquired at the deadline from the San Francisco Giants, Mahle has been on an impressive run for the Atlanta Braves.

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Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / September 19

The Braves Are Back: Atlanta Clinches a Playoff Spot

After missing the postseason in 2025, the Atlanta Braves are officially heading back to October baseball. Atlanta punched its ticket to the 2026 MLB postseason Friday night, defeating the Houston Astros 6-2 to clinch at least a National League Wild Card spot.

Chris Sale News / Just Baseball / September 17

Chris Sale Continues To Be an Ageless Wonder

When Chris Sale arrived in Atlanta, he seemed on the last legs of a “What if” type of career. After amassing just 151 innings over his final four seasons with the Boston Red Sox, the southpaw fell out of favor with the organization and fan base.

Bailey Falter News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

Braves Outright Bailey Falter

The Braves sent left-hander Bailey Falter outright to Triple-A Gwinnett, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. That was expected when Atlanta designated him for assignment on Monday.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Braves likely to place Reynaldo Lopez on injured list

The Braves are considering placing Reynaldo López on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder discomfort, manager Walt Weiss told reporters (including Jesús Cano of The Athletic).

Elieser Hernandez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 14

Braves Re-Sign Elieser Hernandez To Minor League Deal

The Braves re-signed right-hander Elieser Hernández to a minor league contract, per their transaction log at MLB.com. It was the obvious outcome for Hernández, who has stepped into the same revolving-door role with Atlanta previously held by fellow veterans Carlos Carrasco and Jesse Chavez.