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Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
Eli White gets the start in RF, with Joey Bart catching 
After a crushing victory on Friday night, the Braves now have two chances to open the “second half” with a series win against the respectable Rangers. Facing the Rangers’ lefty, MacKenzie Gore, Eli White gets the start in right field, batting sixth and just ahead of Austin Riley.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 18
Braves injury updates on Ronald Acuña Jr., Spencer Strider, and Spencer Schwellenbach
The Braves began the second half the right way, dropping 15 runs on the Rangers and pairing it with seven scoreless innings from Chris Sale, who is only going to hear more NL Cy Young buzz as the second half goes on.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 18
Get to Know Atlanta Braves Top 2026 Draft Pick AJ Gracia
When AJ Gracia arrived at Truist Park on Friday afternoon, it was a return to familiar territory. He didn't grow up an Atlanta Braves fan - he was actually a Yankees fan - but he still had a connection nonetheless.
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.
Golf News / CBSSports.com / July 18
2026 Open: Ryan Fox joins Sam Burns, Lucas Herbert in tying major championship scoring mark in Round 3
Fox walked off the 18th green tied for the lead in the 154th Open
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
Are the Braves seeking pitches to destroy now?
Well, last night was fun. 15 to 1 laughers tend to be that way. Hopefully, this sets the tone for the remainder of the season. How about 5 barrels for the Braves and 1 for the Rangers?
Spencer Strider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Will Braves pitcher Spencer Strider pitch again this season? Here’s the latest injury update
The Atlanta Braves opened up the second half of the 2026 MLB season in style, but the latest injury update surrounding Spencer Strider creates renewed concern.
Owen Murphy News / Field Level Media / July 18
Braves rookie RHP Owen Murphy to face Rangers in first MLB start
The Atlanta Braves will give prized rookie right-hander Owen Murphy his first major league start on Saturday afternoon when they host the Texas Rangers in the second contest of a three-game series.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Braves manager Walt Weiss drops crucial Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update
Atlanta Braves acting manager Walt Weiss said there is a possibility Ronald Acuna Jr. could return from the injured list before the team’s current homestand concludes on Thursday, providing the most encouraging update on the star outfielder’s recovery.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 18
Second half starts strong, Ronald Acuña Jr., and more
The Atlanta Braves opened up the second half of the 2026 season on a high note, defeating the Texas Rangers 15-1. Chris Sale got the start and was magnificent, going seven innings and allowing just two hits.
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 / DailyClubGolf / July 18
Real reason Lucas Herbert’s caddie used a rangefinder during record 62 at The Open
A rangefinder at The Open Championship sounds like a two-shot penalty waiting to happen. It turned out to be nothing of the sort once you heard the explanation.
Chris Sale News / Yardbarker / July 18
Braves' Chris Sale continues to defy age with stellar ERA
Age just continues to be a number for 37-year-old Chris Sale, whose 2.06 ERA is the third-best in MLB this season.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / July 17
Braves return from break with a bang, dominate Rangers
Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson and Austin Riley all homered and Chris Sale pitched seven scoreless innings to lead the Atlanta Braves to a 15-1 win over the visiting Texas Rangers on Friday in the opener of their three-game set.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 17
Lucas Herbert, Sam Burns Tie Major Record With Opposite 62s
Lucas Herbert knew the number before he reached the fourth tee Friday at Royal Birkdale. Sam Burns did not know what he had done until someone told him after the round.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 17
Braves manager Walt Weiss gives bleak outlook for return of starting pitchers
The injury bug has seemed to make a living in the Atlanta Braves clubhouse this season. It has bitten the lineup, starting rotation and bullpen all so far this season for the Atlanta.
Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
Braves’ Chris Sale explains velocity with hilarious ‘old man’ truth bomb
The Atlanta Braves are having a great season, sitting in first place in the NL East. Yet, with them possibly needing a starting pitcher, Atlanta might work at the trade deadline to try to obtain one.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / July 17
Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision After 28 Missed Games
The Atlanta Braves will be seeing Ronald Acuna Jr. on the field soon, as the team announced the transfer of rehab assignments for both Acuna and Ha-Seong Kim to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Atlanta Braves News / DailyClubGolf / July 17
59 years after Arnold Palmer’s costly mistake, Lucas Herbert addresses the pressure of chasing a record
Chasing a record is a challenge in itself; reaching it is another. As Lucas Herbert made history at Royal Birkdale, the media tried to draw parallels to Arnold Palmer’s collapse in 1966.
Atlanta Braves News / DailyClubGolf / July 17
Lucas Herbert’s caddie sparks rules confusion during Open Championship charge
Lucas Herbert is currently leading the Open Championship at the halfway stage. However, his caddie found himself in touching distance of a penalty. Herbert was on pace for one of the lowest rounds in major championship history when his caddie, Nick Pugh, briefly became the center of attention at the 14th hole.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 17
Braves Receive Disappointing Update on 2.54 ERA Starting Pitcher
The Atlanta Braves are expected to make some additions before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. At 55-40, they hold a lead in the National League East, but the Philadelphia Phillies (54-44) and Miami Marlins (52-45) aren't far behind.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 17
Is there an untradable prospect in the Braves farm system?
The trade deadline may not be full of sellers, but the Braves have no choice but to be aggressive in trying to patch up some of their glaring holes. It’s
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 17
Braves 2027 Schedule: Potential for a nightmare start exists
The Braves announced their 2027 schedule on Thursday, and the start might just spark some PTSD from a season ago. The Braves are set to open with three games out west in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, a place that’s been a house of horrors for Atlanta over the years — and for just about everybody else, too.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 13
Braves offer big update on superstar Ronald Acuna Jr.
If all goes well, a scuffling Atlanta Braves lineup may soon be getting the return of their superstar right fielder shortly after the All-Star break.
Mike Yastrzemski News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11
Braves Place Mike Yastrzemski On 10-Day Injured List
The Braves announced five roster moves, including Mike Yastrzemski‘s placement on the 10-day injured list due to left elbow inflammation. Atlanta also
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 10
Braves' Matt Olson makes franchise history in start vs. Cardinals
For Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson, the challenge of playing 162 games in a season is rewarding, and it's safe to assume Olson felt rewarded Friday night when he made franchise history.
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