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Braves Give All-Star Permission to Play Winter Ball, Aims to Play in WBC

NOTE: The source for this story was published in Spanish. All quotes and information have been translated as accurately as possible for this story. Atlanta Braves all-star outfielder is back to work down in his home country of Venezuela.

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High profile starting pitchers that could be available for trade this offseason

Starting pitching should be the Braves’ top priority this offseason, and there will be no shortage of options or avenues to explore. Free agency offers

Freddie Freeman News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 28

Former Braves Star a World Series Hero Once More

Sometimes, history repeats itself. Former Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman became a prime example of that in the early hours on Tuesday morning (on the East Coast, at least).

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 27

Braves rumors: Atlanta has eyes on Dodgers coach for managerial opening

The Atlanta Braves are searching for a new manager after Brian Snitker stepped down as the team’s skipper following the 2025 season. Whoever is hired to helm Atlanta in 2026 will be just the fourth Braves manager in the last 35 years.

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MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 27

Rising Braves Manager Candidate's Connection to GM Helps Case

As we reach the official start of the offseason, a clearer picture could be developing on who the next Atlanta Braves manager could be. Among three potential candidates, Dodgers bench coach Danny Lehmann is gaining the most traction.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Marcell Ozuna News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 27

Braves Marcell Ozuna Predicted to Sign with NL East Rival in Free Agency

An early offseason prediction has designated hitter Marcell Ozuna sticking around the National League East, but not with the Atlanta Braves. Bleacher Report's Tim Kelly is making the call that Ozuna heads to Flushing, Queens, to join the New York Mets in free agency.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 27

A different Snitker is joining the NL East

Though Brian Snitker won’t be managing the Atlanta Braves in 2026, the division won’t be without a Snitker presence. Brian is expected to stay involved with the organization in an advisory role, while his son, Troy Snitker, has officially been named the new hitting coach for the New York Mets.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 27

Braves Potential Free Agent Targets: Starting Pitchers

This has all the makings of a fun offseason for the Atlanta Braves — the complete opposite of last winter, when Alex Anthopoulos essentially sat on his hands for five months.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 27

Contract Predictions for Braves Free Agents

The Braves don’t have many players set to test free agency, with only three expected to hit the open market — all of whom have a legitimate case to be brought back.

Marcell Ozuna News / Sporting News / October 27

Braves' Marcell Ozuna receives bold free agency prediction

Braves fans would not be happy with this signing.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 27

Braves named a 'best fit' for slew of top free agents

A lot of questions will be answered about the Atlanta Braves’ spending habits this offseason. After a couple of years flying past the luxury tax threshold

Troy Snitker News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 27

Mets hire Troy Snitker as hitting coach

The Mets are hiring Troy Snitker to serve as their next hitting coach, according to a report from Andy Martino of SNY. Snitker, 36, is the son of former Braves manager Brian Snitker.

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Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 27

Son of Former Braves Manager Hired as Mets Hitting Coach

While one Snitker will no be a manager this upcoming season, another will be a coach in the National League East. A continuity, in a way, continues. The son of former Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker, Troy, has been hired by the New York Mets as their next hitting coach.

Chris Sale News / Sporting News / October 26

Braves could sign $13M Cy Young-caliber arm to pair with Chris Sale in move that may 'backfire'

The Atlanta Braves has links to a top free agent arm, but the move could be risky.

Dale Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 26

Braves Legend Dale Murphy, Notable Names Respond to Hall of Fame Campaign

The push to get Atlanta Braves legend Dale Murphy has its notable proponents, including the man himself. Over the weekend, Murphy expressed his graitude for the efforts to help get him into Cooperstown.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 26

Breakout All-Star Reaching Free Agency, Realistic DH Option for Braves?

The Atlanta Braves will enter the offseason looking to bolster the lineup after an overall anemic showing in 2025. One of the potential spots in the order that could need a new bat is the designated hitter position.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 25

Rumored Braves manager target not viewed as an option

Not much has come out about the Braves managerial search, but one of the Braves top rumored targets — Mark DeRosa — has said not only have the Braves not targeted him for their opening, but no team has.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 25

Players You Forgot Were on the 2025 Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves used more players in 2025 than any other team in MLB history. In total, 71 players suited up for them and saw action. It's a lot of players to keep track of, even when it comes to players who spent a decent part of the season with the team.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 25

Players You Forgot Were on the 2025 Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 24

Reporter shares thoughts on Braves’ managerial search

The Atlanta Braves could take a new direction of leadership when it comes to finding their next manager for 2026 and beyond. Atlanta moved from Brian Snitker after 10 seasons.

Matt Olson News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Braves Announce Matt Olson News After 10th MLB Season

The Atlanta Braves finished fourth in the NL East in 2025, ending the season ten games below .500 with a 76–86 record. It marked a disappointing step back for a team that had consistently contended in recent years, raising questions about roster construction and future direction heading into the offseason.

Matt Olson News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Braves' Matt Olson News Emerges Amid MLB Offseason

The Atlanta Braves missed the MLB playoffs for the first time since 2017, ending a streak of seven straight postseason appearances. Despite the team’s overall struggles, Matt Olson remained one of Atlanta’s most reliable and underrated stars.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Braves targeting Dodgers coach to be their next manager

One clear candidate has emerged to become the Atlanta Braves’ new manager. The Braves appear to be targeting Los Angeles Dodgers bench coach Danny Lehmann as their new manager, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Latest on Braves’ managerial search

The Rangers and Angels each have new managers in place for 2026, but that still leaves seven other teams looking for a new dugout leader. Amidst all of the recent news and rumors about all of these simultaneously ongoing managerial searches, there hasn’t been much out of Atlanta, which is by design.