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Kinley Back From Paternity List, Braves Option Starter to Triple-A

The Atlanta Braves have positioned the bullpen for the final series before the All-Star break. The team announced that Tyler Kinley is back from the paternity list and that Hurston Waldrep has been optioned to Triple-A.

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What you need to know as a Braves fan for the 2026 MLB Draft

We are one day away from Christmas in July as the MLB Draft, along with all the other festivities, is set to begin this weekend. There have been some changes, including the date and timings of the event so let’s review everything you need to know about the draft.

Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / July 10

The Case for the Braves To Extend Mauricio Dubón

The All-Star break is quickly approaching, and even during a down June, the Atlanta Braves sport the fourth-best record in baseball at 54-38. Despite the current narrative surrounding the team, they maintain a three-game lead in their division and are squarely in the playoff picture.

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Hurston Waldrep News / SportsTalkATL / July 10

Braves Roster Moves: Hurston Waldrep optioned to Gwinnett

The Braves made a slightly surprising roster move ahead of their series with the Cardinals. Tyler Kinley has been activated from the paternity list, and in a corresponding move, Hurston Waldrep has been optioned to Gwinnett.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 10

Everything you need to know about the 2026 MLB All-Star Week

The time has come again, when we tune in to our favorite players joining forces with their rivals for a week-long break in the race to October. Though we can’t run it back to experience the fun at Truist, we do have more of our guys on the roster than last year.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 10

Jeff Passan’s best and dream trade fits for the Braves

With three weeks until the trade deadline, ESPN’s Jeff Passan gave his “best match” and “dream match” for the Atlanta Braves, addressing two entirely different needs.

Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 10

The Not-So-Simple Solution to the Braves' Bryce Elder Dilemma

The last few weeks haven't gotten any easier for Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Bryce Elder. After pitching two scoreless innings on Thursday, he ran into trouble again.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 10

Braves farm system is experiencing an incredible rise

For several years, the Braves farm system has been ranked among the worst in baseball — which is admittedly pretty ironic, considering they’ve continued to produce highly productive young players at an alarming rate.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 10

Despite setbacks, Cards remain positive ahead of opener vs. Braves

After hosting the National League Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers for five games this week, the Cardinals welcome the NL East-best Atlanta Braves to St.

Jim Jarvis News / SportsTalkATL / July 10

Time for Braves to make Jim Jarvis the everyday starting shortstop

You have to go all the way back to June 21st to find the last time the Braves won a series, and following a disappointing Game 1 against the Pirates on Tuesday, it looked like the drought might stretch into the All-Star break.

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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.

Drake Baldwin News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 10

Braves Catcher Drake Baldwin Showing Signs of Turning the Corner

The last month had been a slog for Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin. He isn't quite at the level he was at during the tear that made him an All-Star.

Eli White News / Battery Power / July 10

Eli White reinstated, series win in Pittsburgh, and more

The Atlanta Braves announced a roster move that reinstated OF Eli White from the paternity list and designated fellow outfielder José Azócar for assignment.

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Jim Jarvis News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 9

Braves’ Walt Weiss gets 100% real on rookie stealing the show vs. Pirates

The Atlanta Braves defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates by a final score of 10-5 on Thursday afternoon. The lineup enjoyed a big game. While Atlanta features no shortage of stars, it was rookie Jim Jarvis who stole the show on Thursday, as the shortstop went 3-5 to go along with one home run, two RBI and one run scored.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 9

Braves May Finally Have Answer for Shortstop Position

An under-the-radar move at last year's trade deadline may have netted the Atlanta Braves their solution to their dilemma at shortstop. Almost a year ago, they flipped relief pitcher Rafael Montero to the Detroit Tigers and netted infielder Jim Jarvis.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / July 9

Braves at Pirates series recap: Has the spark returned at the plate for Atlanta?

Remember when Ozzie Albies bopped those two big fly balls just over the big wall in right field at Truist Park in order to help push the Braves to a 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers?

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Braves Re-Sign Carlos Carrasco, Outright Jair Camargo

The Braves have re-signed Carlos Carrasco to a new minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. The transaction logs also indicated that catcher Jair Camargo has been outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Mike Yastrzemski News / Field Level Media / July 9

Mike Yastrzemski's late grand slam punctuates Braves' win over Pirates

Mike Yastrzemski's ninth-inning grand slam was one of three home runs which propelled the Atlanta Braves to a 10-5 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday afternoon.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Braves interested in trade for 3-time All-Star

The Atlanta Braves are in pursuit of a three-time All-Star at the trade deadline to bolster their playoff hopes. The Braves have expressed interest in Boston Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Braves Designate Player for Assignment After Ronald Acuna Jr. News

The Atlanta Braves have designated outfielder Jose Azocar for assignment on Thursday, a corresponding move after reinstating Eli White from the paternity list.

Austin Riley News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Austin Riley Gets Strong Vote of Confidence From Braves Manager

Atlanta Bravesthird basemanAustin Riley is not playing up to his usual standard. The two-time All-Star has been a consistent piece of the Braves lineup since making his debut in 2019, but this year hasn't been the same.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Braves Facing Decision After AJ Smith-Shawver Update

The Atlanta Braves announced great news surrounding right-handed pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver on Thursday before their series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Braves Designate José Azócar For Assignment

The Braves announced Thursday that outfielder José Azócar has been designated for assignment. His roster spot goes to fellow righty-swinging outfielder Eli White, who has been reinstated from the paternity list.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 8

Joey Bart, Braves win after Pirates lift Jared Jones (6 perfect IP)

Joey Bart's eighth-inning two-run home run against his former team put the Atlanta Braves on course for a 3-0 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 8

Pirates removing Jared Jones leads to historic loss

Pirates removing Jared Jones after perfect start leads to historic loss

For the second time in a week, a young pitcher in Major League Baseball was lifted late in a game while working on a perfect game.

Paul Skenes jokingly calls Pirates teammate 'selfish' after three-HR game

Andy Green had a blunt reaction to the Mets' pitching disaster

Yankees offense in rare slump after strikeout-riddled performance

Yankees' Paul Goldschmidt rips himself as worrisome slump continues

Pete Crow-Armstrong first to join 20-20 club in 2026, makes Cubs history

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 8

Braves rumors: Why ‘alarm bells’ may cause Atlanta to make specific trade

The Atlanta Braves have been struggling as of late. They have lost 11 of their last 15 games, as they have seen their lead in the NL East slowly fade. The team has dealt with a rash of injuries, including injuries to the Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr.

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.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 4