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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
Sean Murphy in the starting lineup, Jonah Heim DFA’d
Professional sports can be a cruel world. Just a day after Jonah Heim delivered his best performance as a member of the Braves — knocking in five runs in the club’s 11-6 win over the Rockies — he’s been designated for assignment to make room for Sean Murphy.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4
Braves Designate Jonah Heim For Assignment, Activate Sean Murphy
The Braves announced they’ve reinstated catcher Sean Murphy from his season-opening injured list stint. That pushed Jonah Heim off the team, as he has been designated for assignment to create space for Murphy on the active roster.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 4
Braves Top 2025 Draft Pick Establishing Himself in Single-A
Tate Southisene is a month into his first full professional baseball season, and the Atlanta Braves should be happy with what they see. Now that he's had some time to adjust, he's performing at a solid level.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
Andruw Jones has sky-high praise for Walt Weiss, Braves coaching staff
There are no shortage of storylines surrounding the Atlanta Braves through the first month-plus of the season. Michael Harris II, Matt Olson, Drake Baldwin, and Ozzie Albies have each looked like the best player at their respective positions.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4
Jeff Passan’s Braves admission will catch Dodgers’ attention
Despite an injury-plagued season for the Atlanta Braves, the team has come out and had a hot start to the 2026 season, with some wondering if they are one of the teams that can topple the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4
How Braves have upset expectations despite injury-plagued season
The Atlanta Braves have endured injuries to the pitching staff, and recently got hit by a tough setback in their everyday lineup. But here is how the Braves have upset expectations despite the injury-plagued season.
Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / May 4
Braves Lose Ronald Acuña Jr., But Return Someone They Needed
The Atlanta Braves just got hit with the kind of injury news no team wants to hear, but somehow, it came with a little bit of hope attached. Ronald Acuña Jr.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / May 4
Chris Sale's dominance has been overlooked
At 37, the Braves pitcher has illustrated how he's pitching like a young superstar ace and making a comeback following several injuries.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
Can we officially say the Braves shortstop of the future is in the organization?
Shortstop has been the single biggest hole for the Atlanta Braves since Dansby Swanson signed with the Chicago Cubs following the 2022 season. Orlando Arcia had his moment during the first half of 2023, earning his first All-Star appearance, but was a replacement-level player from that point forward.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
How much longer can the Braves stick with Aaron Bummer?
The Braves have already begun reshaping their roster as reinforcements return. It started on Sunday with Spencer Strider’s return and will continue early this week with both Raisel Iglesias and Sean Murphy expected back in the mix.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Spencer Strider showed tremendous honesty about his 2026 debut
The Atlanta Braves finally got Spencer Strider back on the mound, but he was far from happy with his performance in his 2026 debut on Sunday. In his first start of the season, Strider pitched for just 3 1/3 innings and allowed 3 earned runs on 4 hits in an 11-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver, Colo.
Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
Ha-Seong Kim showing encouraging signs amid rehab assignment
Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim began his rehab assignment with Double-A Columbus this past week, and the early returns are encouraging. On Saturday, Kim recorded a single, drew two walks, and scored twice.
Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
Braves Recap: Spencer Strider’s debut, and injury updates galore
It was a jam-packed day full of news for the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, beginning with a bit of a scare as the club awaited the diagnosis on Ronald Acuña Jr.’s hamstring.
MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 4
Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Mariners Series
The Atlanta Braves head to Seattle for their next stop on their West Coast road trip. They'll face the Mariners for a three-game series starting on Monday.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 3
Recently DFA’d pitcher claimed by Mariners
The Braves recently designated two pitchers for assignment — Joel Payamps and José Suárez — following a number of rough outings to begin the season. Through 12 appearances, Payamps posted an 8.22 ERA.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 4
Two key Braves set to return in Seattle
Following the Braves sweep of the Rockies on Sunday, manager Walt Weiss had some more good news to deliver, as Raisel Iglesias will rejoin the club on Tuesday in Seattle.
Atlanta Braves News / Ball Exclusives / May 3
Atlanta Braves off to best 35-game start since 1892
With Sunday’s 11-6 win over the Colorado Rockies, the Atlanta Braves are off to the best start in the MLB at 25-10. It’s also the team’s best 35-game start since all the way back in 1892.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / May 3
Jonah Heim, Braves pummel Rockies to sweep series, jump to 25-10
Jonah Heim homered, doubled and drove in a career-high-tying five runs as the Atlanta Braves completed a three-game series sweep of the Colorado Rockies with a 11-6 victory on Sunday afternoon in Denver.
Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / May 3
Takeaways from a rocky season debut for Spencer Strider
Sunday’s game presented an opportunity for a Braves sweep and, of course, Spencer Strider’s highly anticipated season debut after suffering an oblique injury.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / May 3
Braves put RF Ronald Acuna Jr. on IL, recall P Spencer Strider
Atlanta Braves star right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. went on the injured list on Sunday, with right-hander Spencer Strider returning from the IL to make his season debut against the Colorado Rockies in Denver.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / May 3
Braves manager shares worrisome Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update
The Atlanta Braves can't seem to catch a break with injuries.
Spencer Strider News / Field Level Media / May 3
Braves' Spencer Strider set for season debut in finale vs. Rockies
It's been a long road for Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider since his 20-win All-Star season in 2023. Strider, 27, will be out to prove he's not a shadow of his former self on Sunday afternoon when he makes his first start of the season as the Braves bid for a three-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies in Denver.
Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Carlos Carrasco Elects Free Agency
Carlos Carrasco elected free agency after clearing outright waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The Braves designated him for assignment on Thursday when Dylan Lee returned from the paternity list.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 30
Matt Olson living up to reputation, powering Braves to hot start
Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson continues to uphold his status as a durable, elite power hitter.
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