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MLB News / Battery Power / July 7
Braves at Pirates chat and discussion: Hurston Waldrep vs Paul Skenes 
The Atlanta Braves could badly use a win as they will be facing the reigning Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and the Pirates. Hurston Waldrep will be taking the mound for his second start of the season, and other than a shaky first inning, he looked like he is ready to come back and be a key piece in a rotation that badly needs him.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Atlanta Braves’ Walt Weiss Announces Latest Update on Ronald Acuña Jr.
Heading into Tuesday’s slate of games, the Atlanta Braves sit at 52-37. This has them in first place in the National League East, three games ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 7
Ronald Acuña Jr. is reportedly close to a rehab assignment
It’s been nearly a month since Ronald Acuña Jr. went down with his second Grade One left hamstring strain across the span of two months and the Atlanta Braves have kept to their word when it comes to making sure that Acuña eases back into things following the latest strain.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Robert Suarez News / SportsTalkATL / July 7
Braves injury updates on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Robert Suarez
Ahead of Tuesday’s series opener with the Pirates, Braves beat reporter Mark Bowman had a couple of injury updates on some critical pieces. Ronald Acuña Jr.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Matt Olson News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Braves’ Matt Olson Makes Major Decision Amid MLB Season
During his tenure with the Atlanta Braves, all first basemanMatt Olson has done is hit. Since 2022, his 170 home runs rank fifth in MLB, and .863 OPS ranks 10th.
MLB News / Battery Power / July 7
Braves stick with same lineup as they face the Pirates
The Atlanta Braves are headed to Pittsburgh to face the Pirates and they appear to finally be hitting again. After ranking dead last in MLB in runs score in the month of June, the first week July has seen the Braves score the fifth most runs in MLB.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 7
Braves named a best fit for 17 of the top trade deadline candidates
Perhaps this is nothing more than naive optimism, but it does feel as if this could be the trade deadline we finally see Alex Anthopoulos get out of his comfort zone.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 7
Braves rumors: Atlanta remains linked to Astros star before trade deadline
The August 3 MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, and rumors are running rampant around the league. With the Atlanta Braves holding a narrow lead in the NL East, the club is linked to several potential trade targets before the deadline, including a star-caliber infielder from the Houston Astros.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 7
Braves announce slew of roster moves ahead of series with Pirates
Ahead of their series with the Pirates, the Braves announced a slew of roster moves. It begins with Owen Murphy, who made his MLB debut for the club last night out of the bullpen, getting optioned back to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7
Braves Select Connor Thomas, Release Daysbel Hernández
The Braves announced Tuesday that they’ve selected the contract of lefty Connor Thomas from Triple-A Gwinnett. (Jesus Cano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Thomas’ promotion shortly before the formal announcement.) Righty Owen Murphy was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett to open an active roster spot.
Rowdy Tellez News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7
Braves To Re-Sign Rowdy Tellez On Minor League Deal
The Braves re-signed first baseman/designated hitter Rowdy Tellez to a new minor league contract, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Primo Sports Group client was designated for assignment by Atlanta last week and outrighted to Triple-A over the weekend.
MLB News / Battery Power / July 7
Braves vs. Mets series recap: If it’s not one thing, it’s another
If I told you that over the course of this four game series against the New York Mets that the Atlanta Braves would score 29 runs and hit 11 dingers, you’d think that Atlanta just absolutely had their way with the Mets across the four games.
Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 7
Braves Experiencing Power Resurgence, All-Star Matt Olson Leading Way
The recent win-loss record isn't where the Atlanta Braves would like it. There are some components of their game that they still need to address, but at least something is starting to go their way.
Owen Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 7
Braves Prospect Owen Murphy Shows Poise in Major League Debut
Owen Murphy’s time in the major leagues arrived, and the Atlanta Braves put their full trust in him in a tight spot. His debut came in a tie game, 5-5, in the top of the 10th inning.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 6
Braves lose coin-flip game after a solid start from Reynaldo Lopez
Looking for a series win in a four game series, the Braves had Reynaldo Lopez on the mound, hoping to build on his last start against Freddy Peralta and the Mets.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Braves’ Michael Harris makes honest admission about supporting England
One of the funniest parts of this year’s World Cup is the crossover between baseball and international soccer fans. A lot of foreign fans have started watching baseball games in their free time, and they’re bringing their trademark charm to the games.
Michael Harris News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Ex-player gets 100% real on All-Star game snub for Braves Michael Harris II
Who’s to say if Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II is rooting for the wrong soccer team? But he has been steady in baseball despite an earlier injury.
Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Mark DeRosa drops honest Braves’ Chris Sale Hall of Fame admission
Atlanta Braves fans heard a real Chris Sale debate on MLB Central, where Mark DeRosa gave an honest Hall of Fame read on the team’s risky trade gamble.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 6
Braves Call-Up Top Pitching Prospect in Flurry of Roster Moves
The Atlanta Braves are calling up two of the organization's top pitching prospects ahead of Monday's series finale against the New York Mets. The Braves announced they have recalled JR Ritchie and selected the contract of former first-round pick Owen Murphy, who will make his major league debut.
Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment, Place Martín Pérez On Injured List
The Braves announced Monday that they’ve yet again designated righty Carlos Carrasco for assignment. Atlanta also placed veteran lefty Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm contusion.
The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz
How many of the players named to 2026 National League All-Star team can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 4
Three areas the Braves need to improve at 2026 trade deadline
The Atlanta Braves may have entered Saturday with the fourth-best record in baseball, but their recent performance would suggest otherwise.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Braves flash promising stat in much-needed series-opening win vs. Mets
The Atlanta Braves were in desperate need of a performance like Friday night's series-opening win vs. the New York Mets.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / July 3
Andrew McCutchen signs minor-league deal with Braves
The 39-year-old is a former NL MVP and five-time All-Star who spent 12 seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates across two separate stints.
Ha-seong Kim News / Yardbarker / June 29
Time for Atlanta Braves to end the Ha-Seong Kim experiment
As the Phillies are charging up the standings to contend for the NL East division lead, the Braves cannot afford to have a black hole in their lineup. It is time to move on from Kim.
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