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JR Ritchie News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 8

Braves Pitching Prospect JR Ritchie Dazzles in Third Triple-A Start of 2026

It's still very early in the 2026 season, but Atlanta Braves pitching prospect JR Ritchie's latest Triple-A outing could wind up being one of his best performances on the mound this year.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

After benches-clearing fight, Braves emerge with win over Angels

Ozzie Albies homered and Eli White doubled and drove in two runs, including the go-ahead run on a sacrifice fly, as the Atlanta Braves earned a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in a contest that featured a benches-emptying brawl on Tuesday in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

Braves' Reynaldo Lopez, Angels' Jorge Soler ejected after fight

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler and Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez were both ejected in the bottom of the fifth inning on Tuesday in Anaheim, Calif., following a benches-emptying fight.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Players throw haymakers in wild Angels-Braves brawl

Jorge Soler, Reynaldo Lopez throw haymakers in wild Angels-Braves brawl

A wild brawl broke out in Anaheim on Tuesday in the Los Angeles Angels’ game against the Atlanta Braves.

Red Sox owner John Henry serenaded by 'sell the team' chants at Fenway

Pete Alonso's slow start to season mirrors that of the Orioles

Kyle Tucker gets a very harsh reception from Blue Jays fans during game

Blue Jays' John Schneider crashes out on umpire after getting ejected

Why Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

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Sean Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 7

Braves Settle on Rehab Assignment Date for Sean Murphy

The Atlanta Braves have picked out a date for when catcher Sean Murphy will begin his rehab assignment. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Chad Bishop, he’s expected to get underway on Friday. He’ll head to Triple-A Gwinnett, which is playing a six-game series against the Nashville Sounds.

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / April 7

4 Major Concerns for the Atlanta Braves During a Rough Three-Game Skid

The Atlanta Braves are no strangers to early-season adversity, but after falling into a disappointing three-game skid in early April, the initial confidence surrounding the club has begun to show cracks.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7

Chris Sale angrily hit himself in the head with a baseball

Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale is known for his temper, but he demonstrated a whole new way to berate one’s self during Monday’s game against the Los Angeles Angels.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 7

How One Key Braves Prospect at Each Level Looks Early in 2026

While the Atlanta Braves take care of business in the major leagues, their top prospects are down on the farm working on their craft. At each level, there is someone notable working on the next step in their careers.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

What Braves’ Walt Weiss ‘hated’ doing after Angels pitcher’s historic start

On Monday evening, the Atlanta Braves took their third straight loss with an ugly 6-2 thrashing at the hands of the Los Angeles Angels as they continue their West Coast swing.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Reynaldo Lopez News / Field Level Media / April 7

Reynaldo Lopez bids to change Braves' fortunes vs. Angels

After a rare clunker from Chris Sale, the Atlanta Braves will turn to Reynaldo Lopez to try to snap the team's three-game losing streak on Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 7

Key Metrics Give Braves Good Reason for Hope for Michael Harris II

After a promising second half of 2025 and what began as a promising spring training, the Atlanta Braves are faced with another slow start from Michael Harris II.

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Trevor Plouffe News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6

Trevor Plouffe compares one Braves player to an orange

The fruit-to-MLB player comparisons are not seen very often, but former MLB player Trevor Plouffe made sure to get into that action. During an episode of “Talkin’ Baseball,” Plouffe discussed his favorite fruits, but then said Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson is like a navel orange.

Austin Riley News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Braves Make Austin Riley Decision Before Diamondbacks Game

The Atlanta Braves benched one of their most reliable performers over the past decade on Sunday. That player is the third baseman, Austin Riley. After generating significant hype during spring training this year with hopes of bouncing back to his elite form, Riley has struggled to carry that success into the regular season.

Marcell Ozuna News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 5

Early Slump Making Braves' Decision to Part Ways with All-Star Look Good

It’s early in the year, but the Atlanta Braves aren’t stressing that they moved on from their long-time designated hitter, Marcell Ozuna. They aren’t necessarily missing that big bat in the lineup.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / April 5

Braves face D-backs, seeking third straight series win

The visiting Atlanta Braves can begin the season with three straight series wins for the first time since 2018 when they face the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon in Phoenix.

Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 5

Bryce Elder Giving Braves More Than Most Would Have Predicted

Even with the defensive blunder, the Atlanta Braves are in a better position this year with Bryce Elder on the mound. They managed to get seven innings out of him Saturday night during the 2-1 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. All three runs in the game came in the second inning.

Didier Fuentes News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 4

Braves' Didier Fuentes Remains Nearly Unhittable in First Triple-A Start of 2026

Regardless of whether it was in spring training or the regular season, Atlanta Braves right-handed pitcher Didier Fuentes has been one of the must-watch prospects in baseball early in 2026.

Jonah Heim News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 4

Jonah Heim Building Case to Stick Around Braves All Season

The Atlanta Braves have three shutouts so far this year, and they all have one common denominator. Jonah Heim has been the catcher. Apart from one inning

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

Braves Pitching, Lineup Showing Strength in the Face of Adversity

Despite all their injuries, the Atlanta Braves have proven to be a competitive team out of the gate. The Braves flipped the script through the first seven games this season (5-2) versus struggling (2-5) to begin last season.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 4

Braves announce trade with Angels after Spencer Strider news

The Atlanta Braves are searching for any positive injury news when it comes to their starting rotation.

Ozzie Albies pulls a disrespectful move on umpire during game

Big inning problems continue for Diamondbacks in blowout loss to Braves

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3

Braves Acquire Víctor Mederos

The Angels have traded right-hander Víctor Mederos to the Braves in exchange for international bonus pool space, according to announcements from both clubs.

Brett Wisely News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1

Braves Outright Brett Wisely

Braves infielder Brett Wisely cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Gwinnett, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. He’ll remain in the organization in a non-roster capacity, as he doesn’t have the previous career outright or three years of service time to elect free agency.

Matt Olson News / Yardbarker / March 26