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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 1 hour ago
Sean Murphy back behind the plate, Orlando Arcia hitting sixth Thursday against Nationals 
Sean Murphy is back in the Braves’ lineup for Thursday’s game against Washington. Ray Kerr will make his second career start for the Atlanta Braves Thursday as they look to salvage a series split against the Washington Nationals.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / 1 hour ago
In Retrospect, Braves Made Correct Decision at Shortstop
The Atlanta Braves had a decision to make. It was mid-December, 2022. Dansby Swanson , the team’s star shortstop, former #1 overall pick and World Series champion, was a free agent.
Spencer Schwellenbach News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
Evaluating Spencer Schwellenbach’s MLB debut
After just two starts above the High-A level, the Braves decided to turn to Spencer Schwellenbach on Wednesday, giving him a chance to make his MLB debut and hopefully put an end to the revolving door at the back of the rotation.
A.J. Minter News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago
Braves’ injury woes continue with A.J. Minter IL move
The Atlanta Braves are only nine games above .500, putting them in second place in the National League East. While their offense has been very inconsistent at times, a big reason for the Braves’ struggles is injuries.
Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / 25 minutes ago
Three dynamic Ronald Acuna Jr. replacements to save Braves seaosn
The Atlanta Braves suffered a major blow when their star outfielder, Ronald Acuna Jr., blew out his knee for the second time this decade. Acuna is the heart and soul of this World Series-bound team, so this injury is as devastating as can be.
David Fletcher News / SportsTalkATL / 2 hours ago
Braves converting David Fletcher into… a pitcher?
The start to David Fletcher’s career as a member of the Atlanta Braves could not be any more odd. Acquired in a trade with the Angels this past offseason, Fletcher was expected to be a valuable piece of Atlanta’s bench.
Joey Wendle News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 minutes ago
Veteran Braves infielder elects for free agency
Veteran MLB infielder Joey Wendle has opted for free agency rather than accept an outright assignment to the minors.
Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 1 hour ago
What exactly has happened to the Braves offense?
The best offense in baseball in 2023 has been anything but in 2024. Thursday’s game against the Nationals marks the 54th game of the season, exactly 1⁄3 of the way through the season, and for a majority of it, the Braves offense has been a shell of the version we saw in 2023.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / 6 minutes ago
Braves place reliever A.J. Minter (hip) on injured list
The Atlanta Braves placed left-handed reliever A.J. Minter on the 15-day injured list Thursday with left hip inflammation. The team recalled right-hander Jimmy Herget from Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding transaction.
Bo Bichette News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
Should the Braves do this hypothetical trade for Bo Bichette?
Due to a plethora of injuries, the Braves, who didn’t seem like they would be incredibly active at this year’s trade deadline, now could be the most active of any club in the majors.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
Braves sign free agent in wake of Ronald Acuña injury
With Ronald Acuña Jr. down for the season, everybody expects the Braves to add another outfielder before the trade deadline, if not multiple. Much like they did in 2021 when they acquired Joc Pederson, Jorge Soler, and Adam Duvall.
MLB News / Action Network / 54 minutes ago
MLB betting: Nationals vs. Braves odds, pick, prediction for Thu. 5/30
Action Network's Cody Goggin shares his Nationals vs. Braves pick for Thursday, May 30, including MLB odds on the run line, moneyline and over/under.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / 35 minutes ago
Braves Place A.J. Minter On Injured List, Outright Joey Wendle
The Braves announced Thursday morning that they’ve placed left-hander A.J. Minter on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his left hip. Right-hander Jimmy Herget has been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to take Minter’s spot on the roster.
David Fletcher News / Larry Brown Sports / 52 minutes ago
Infielder David Fletcher may have stumbled into a new career
Fletcher currently plays for the Gwinnett Stripers, who are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / 16 minutes ago
Braves injury woes continue, another pitcher hits the IL
If you’re beginning to think this has gotten a little ridiculous, it’s because it has. I’m not sure I have ever seen a team so snake bitten by injuries this early in the season, and we can add another significant contributor to the list.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
Atlanta Braves #5 prospect undergoes Tommy John surgery
The injury bug has ravaged the Braves to this point in the season. Most notably, Ronald Acuña Jr.and Spencer Strider — arguably the Braves best two players — are out for the year.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / 17 minutes ago
Braves Lose Key Reliever To Injured List
The Atlanta Braves can’t seem to stay healthy in the bullpen. Already this season, they’ve had Pierce Johnson (right elbow inflammation) and Tyler Matzek (left elbow inflammation) go on the injured list.
Spencer Schwellenbach News / SportsTalkATL / 35 minutes ago
Spencer Schwellenbach shows promise in MLB debut
Even though the Braves now sit 31-22, fans are looking everywhere for a beacon of hope. Between a litany of injuries and more than underwhelming offense over the last month-plus, this isn’t how anyone expected Atlanta’s 2024 campaign to go following back-to-back 100 win seasons.
Atlanta Braves News / ClutchPoints / 7 hours ago
Braves make intriguing switch ahead of series finale vs. Nationals
The Atlanta Braves continue to manage their pitching rotation without ace Spencer Strider and young pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver. The Braves will not have Reynaldo Lopez start on Thursday against the Washington Nationals, per David O’Brien of The Athletic: “Braves said after tonight’s game that Ray Kerr will start Thursday’s series finale vs.
Ramon Laureano News / Larry Brown Sports / 14 hours ago
Braves sign recently released OF to minor league deal
The 29-year-old righty-hitting was just recently released by the Cleveland Guardians after spending parts of the last two seasons with them.
Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / 12 hours ago
National League Contender Calls Up No. 3 Prospect from Double-A
The Atlanta Braves are calling up pitching prospect Spencer Schwellenbach, the team’s No. 3 prospect for his major league debut, Robert Murray of FanSided reports.
Spencer Schwellenbach News / MLB Trade Rumors / 8 hours ago
Braves to promote No. 3 prospect for MLB debut Wednesday
The Braves are calling up pitching prospect Spencer Schwellenbach for his major league debut.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / May 27
Braves teammate has heartbreaking reaction to Ronald Acuna Jr. injury
Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr.’s season-ending injury was crushing news not just for him, but for his teammates. That includes second baseman Ozzie Albies, who is particularly close to Acuna.
MLB News / Yardbarker / 15 hours ago
Three hitters Braves should target after losing Ronald Acuna Jr.
The Atlanta Braves received devastating news Sunday night with the loss of the reigning NL MVP for the rest of the season. Here are three players the team should target to help offset the loss.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / May 27
Braves superstar will miss remainder of 2024 season with torn ACL
The Braves were hopeful that the injury Ronald Acuna Jr. suffered on Sunday afternoon during their 8-1 win over the Pirates would not be severe. Unfortunately for them and Acuna, it is.
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