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MLB News / Battery Power / September 8
Braves outshined by Rays’ stars in series-opening loss 
Kicking off a critical late-season homestand Tuesday night against the Tampa Bay Rays, a breakthrough performance from AJ Smith-Shawver on the mound or a strong performance from its star hitters could have been enough to deliver the Atlanta Braves a tone-setting win.
MLB News / Battery Power / September 8
Braves vs. Rays chat and discussion: AJ Smith-Shawver vs. Freddy Peralta
The Braves kick off the second matchup in a streak of five straight series against teams currently in playoff position Tuesday night (7:15 p.m. ET) when the Tampa Bay Rays descend upon Truist Park.
Robert Suarez News / Battery Power / September 8
Robert Suarez gets closer to returning to the mound for Braves
In the midst of the news on Bryce Elder’s knee, we also got a pretty significant update on another pitcher who is currently on the road to recovery. Reliever
The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz
Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Michael Harris News / Battery Power / September 8
Michael Harris II returns to leadoff spot for Braves’ opener vs. Rays
As the Atlanta Braves begin their series against the Tampa Bay Rays Tuesday evening, they’re switching things up in the lineup a bit to again attempt to find an offensive spark.
AJ Smith-Shawver News / Battery Power / September 8
AJ Smith-Shawver seeks improvement as Braves kick off series vs. Rays
The Braves survived their first of two critical series against the Phillies, essentially, by winning two of four games on the road to keep their NL East lead at four games.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 8
Worst-To-First Retrospective: Sid Bream shares his reflections on 1991 season
This is the latest in a series focused on the 35th Anniversary of the 1991 Atlanta Braves, the team that reversed the franchise’s fortunes with an unforgettable season.
Atlanta Braves News / Trade Talk Sports / September 8
Insider Believes Ronald Acuña Jr. Could Hit Free Agency in Two Years
Ronald Acuña Jr. is one of the most talented players in baseball without question, but his availability, or lack thereof, has really limited the Atlanta Braves outfielder in recent years.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 8
Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Rays Series
The Atlanta Braves are back at home for another series, and they're set to take on the Tampa Bay Rays. With the top team in the American League in town, it's a potential World Series preview with a few weeks to go until the postseason.
Reynaldo Lopez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 7
Braves To Activate Reynaldo Lopez On Wednesday
Reynaldo Lopez will return from the Braves’ 15-day injured list on Wednesday, as manager Walt Weiss told reporters (including Chad Bishop of the Atlanta
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8
Notable update emerges on Ronald Acuña Jr’s future
Ronald Acuña Jr. may be nearing the end of his shelf life in Atlanta. The Atlanta Braves star outfielder Acuña would welcome extension talks with the team this offseason, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Monday.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 7
Ronald Acuna Jr.'s heroics have Braves on brink of big series win at Phillies
In a back-and-forth series between National League East contenders, the Atlanta Braves threw the most recent punch. The Philadelphia Phillies hope to punch back Monday when they conclude their four-game home series against the first-place Braves.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 7
Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Cubs, MLB history by joining 40-HR club
Furthering his MVP case, Pete Crow-Armstrong made history in multiple ways despite the Chicago Cubs' loss on Sunday.
Derek Hill News / EasySportz / September 6
Braves Rally Late to Steal Game 3 From Phillies, 5-4
The Atlanta Braves pulled off one of their biggest wins of the season Sunday. Atlanta erased a three-run deficit in the late innings before defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 in Game 3 of their four-game series at Citizens Bank Park.
JR Ritchie News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 6
Braves' JR Ritchie Racks Up Absurd Strikeout Total in Latest Triple-A Gem
One of the Atlanta Braves' top pitching prospects heading into 2026 just set a new career high for strikeouts in a professional game. Right-hander JR Ritchie recorded 15 strikeouts for the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers on Sunday.
Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6
Braves insider declares debate over No. 2 playoff starter behind Chris Sale suspended
The Atlanta Braves were able to end their series against the Philadelphia Phillies with a win, and they got a good game from pitcher Tyler Mahle. It was exactly what the Braves were looking for from him, and with the playoffs not too far away, they may have found their No.
Tyler Mahle News / Field Level Media / September 6
Tyler Mahle, Braves look to slow down Phillies
Tyler Mahle has experienced a tale of two seasons, both individually and from a team standpoint. The veteran right-hander looks to continue his pleasant turnaround Sunday afternoon when the Atlanta Braves visit the Philadelphia Phillies in the third contest of a four-game set.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 4
Chris Sale making NL Cy Young race intriguing with dominant second half
At 37 years old, Chris Sale is continuing to demonstrate how age is just a number, showing no signs of slowing down with his dominant second-half surge for the Atlanta Braves.
Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / September 4
Braves Announce Michael Harris Update After Removal From Lineup
The Atlanta Braves are heading into a huge four-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies. A series win by Atlanta would almost certainly guarantee they win the National League East division title.
Matt Olson News / Viral Sports News / September 4
Atlanta Braves Make Surprising Matt Olson Announcement
The Atlanta Braves enter a pivotal four-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies with a subtle but notable adjustment in the heart of their batting order.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
2026 White Sox numbers are nearly identical to 2021 World Series champion Braves
The White Sox are currently the second seed in the American League.
Hayden Harris News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2
Braves Designate Hayden Harris For Assignment
The Braves announced Wednesday that they’ve designated left-hander Hayden Harris for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to righty Elieser Hernandez, whose contract has once again been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett.
Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / September 2
Ha-Seong Kim might be earning his way back into the Braves lineup
It was an all-around ugly performance from the Braves yesterday. AJ Smith-Shawver was below average. Blake Burkhalter, making his MLB debut, didn’t look like someone who should garner much trust moving forward.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 2
Can the Braves really trust AJ Smith-Shawver right now?
Nobody is experiencing the highs and lows of baseball right now quite like the Atlanta Braves. They began August with an eight-game win streak — the longest of their season — then followed it with one of their most dismal two-week stretches of the year, before rattling off seven wins in a row.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 1
Braves injury updates on Reynaldo Lopez and Joe Jimenez
Along with the injury update we received on Robert Suarez yesterday, there were also some minor updates on Joe Jimenez and Reynaldo Lopez. Let’s start with the man we haven’t seen pitch in a major-league game since 2024.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 28
Braves get worst-case injury updates on Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach
The Atlanta Braves pitching has been decimated by injuries throughout the entire 2026 season. The outlook for next season is already a bit bleak as well.
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