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Timeline for the return of Spencer Schwellenbach revealed

The Braves have a number of high-upside starting pitchers working their way back from major injuries. Hurston Waldrep made his season debut last week after undergoing surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow at the beginning of Spring Training.

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The Week Ahead for Atlanta: Is this when the slide stops for the Braves?

Following another terrible trip out to California, the Atlanta Braves are finally back at home and looking for any type of spark. Whether that comes from

Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / June 29

Worst Free Agent Signing In Braves History: Ha Seong Kim Is Making His Case

There weren’t too many groans when the Braves decided to ink Ha-Seong Kim to a one-year, $20 million deal to return for the 2026 season. Shortstop has

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How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 29

Have the Braves Faced Their Future Addition to Starting Rotation?

The Atlanta Braves are at the point where they need starting pitching help, and they need it badly. A month out from the trade deadline, the stage isn't set for moves yet, but some possibilities are taking shape.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / June 29

Most Likely Braves Trade Partners With A Month Until The Trade Deadline

We are a little over a month away from the MLB trade deadline, and if June has taught us anything, it’s that the Braves need a lot of help. The rotation must be upgraded.

MLB News / Battery Power / June 29

Braves at Giants series recap: Atlanta continues to skid in San Francisco

I guess this point when you consider the nasty run of form that the Braves are currently in and the fact that these games took place in California, we should be thrilled that this wasn’t a sweep.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 29

Alex Anthopoulos on AJ Smith-Shawver, Braves rotation plans

The Braves will be happy once the calendar flips to July in hopes that their fortunes will change after one of their worst all-around months over the last decade.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 29

Braves offensive collapse headlines a nightmare June

The Braves should be eager to get home after yet another dismal road trip that saw them go 1-5 out west, much of which can be attributed to a struggling offense that scored just seven runs in five of their games.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / June 29

I’m tired, boss. Are you tired? Do you think the Braves are tired?

Nothing caps off misery even better than immediately wheeling your approach around to something completely different to try to win a series, only to get destroyed by bloop hits, swinging bunts, and your own defensive miscues.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / Battery Power / June 29

West Coast Woes, AJ Smith-Shawver Rehab Starts, More

June cannot end soon enough for the Atlanta Braves. It was another miserable week for the Braves, as Sunday was just the latest disappointing performance despite another awesome effort from ace Chris Sale.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / June 29

What is Going On With the Atlanta Braves?

For the better part of three months, the Atlanta Braves looked like they had done it again. Despite injuries, inconsistent stretches and an imperfect roster, they found ways to win.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 28

Symptoms of Skid on Full Display Again as Braves Lose Another Series

The Atlanta Braves' rally fell short on Sunday against the San Francisco Giants. They avoided being shut out in back-to-back games, but Chris Sale lacked run support once again, and another series was lost.

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AJ Smith-Shawver News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 28

AJ Smith-Shawver to Take Next Step Toward Return to Braves

The Atlanta Braves have another starting pitcher in the final stage of his recovery from a major injury. General manager Alex Anthopoulos said in an interview with BravesVision that right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver is set to start his rehab assignment.

Carlos Carrasco News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 28

Braves re-sign Carlos Carrasco to minor league contract

The Atlanta Braves have brought veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco back on another minor league contract, continuing an arrangement that has become familiar throughout the 2026 season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 28

Why Braves Should Be Excited for Talent in Minor League System

While the frustrations ensue at the big league level in June, perhaps some excitement can be found down in the Atlanta Braves system. There is hearing the hype.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 28

Braves Re-Sign Carlos Carrasco To Minor League Deal

Veteran righty Carlos Carrasco is heading back to Atlanta on a minor league deal, according to his MLB.com transaction tracker. He was bumped off the roster earlier this week, along with right-hander JR Ritchie, when relievers Tyler Kinley and Ian Hamilton joined the team.

Carlos Santana News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Braves signing former All-Star slugger

The Atlanta Braves are adding some veteran insurance heading into the second half of the season. The Braves are reportedly signing first baseman Carlos Santana to a new deal.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 27

Homecoming week continues as Braves visit Giants

Mike Yastrzemski, Mauricio Dubon and Dominic Smith hope to continue a happy homecoming when the Atlanta Braves seek a second straight road win over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 27

Braves' relievers clamp down on Giants in 3-1 victory

Ozzie Albies drove in two runs, Reynaldo Lopez combined with five relievers on a seven-hitter and the Atlanta Braves opened a three-game road series with a 3-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Braves Place Robert Suarez On Injured List

The Braves placed setup man Robert Suarez on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to June 23, before tonight’s series opener in San Francisco. He’s dealing with forearm tightness. Hurston Waldrep is up from Triple-A Gwinnett to take his place on the active roster.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Braves’ Michael Harris II Makes Personal Announcement Before Giants Game

Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II has been having a bounceback year. Halfway through the 2026 MLB season, he has been a top player on a great Braves team.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / June 25

Braves make major move with Reynaldo Lopez amid rotation struggles

The Atlanta Braves are shaking things up.

JP Sears shines in season debut as Padres finish sweep of Braves

Braves getting creative with catching options

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Braves Considering Moving Reynaldo López Back To Rotation

Reynaldo López will start for the Braves on Friday in their series opener at Oracle Park. It’ll be his first start since April 21, as Atlanta has used him out of the bullpen for the last two months.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24

Braves catcher Drake Baldwin reaches brutal low amid alarming recent struggles

The Atlanta Braves reached a concerning point Wednesday afternoon with catcher Drake Baldwin, whose recent slide prompted a notable lineup change before the club’s series finale at Petco Park.

Kyle Farmer News / Yardbarker / June 23

Braves getting creative with catching options

The Atlanta Braves catcher position has been a revolving door.

A dismal season for Ha-Seong Kim leaves Braves in a major pickle at shortstop

Manny Machado homers for game's only run as Padres top Braves, 1-0

Dark-horse team has emerged for Tarik Skubal

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Atlanta Braves News / The Lead / June 22

What Reasons Do the Atlanta Braves Have to Be Concerned?

For most of the 2026 season, the Atlanta Braves have been at the top of Major League Baseball. However, their recent stretch of play has left some concern.