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Braves’ Hot Start Powered by a Resurgent Familiar Face

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves have found their stride at the plate. They lead the Majors in team RBIs (103) and hits (180). They are in the top three for OPS (.790), batting average (.276), and runs (106). After a dreadful 2025, the lineup is beginning to feel like itself again.

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Walt Weiss is pulling all the right strings as new Braves manager

The Braves way became a staple in Atlanta when Bobby Cox took over in the early ’90s, and it’s been instilled throughout the organization ever since. Through

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 17

Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Phillies Series

The Atlanta Braves head back on the road, starting their next away slate with a three-games series in Philadelphia against the Phillies. It’s the first time that these division rivals will face each other this year, and it’s the second NL East bout for the Braves this season.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Braves resign utility player to minor league deal

The Atlanta Braves have re-signed Luke Williams to a minor league deal, according to MLB.com’s transactions tracker. He has been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett and also appeared in Thursday’s game as a pinch runner.

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 17

Braves set to enter brutal stretch of the 2026 schedule

Unlike last season, when the Braves‘ season began on the West Coast with seven straight games against the Padres and Dodgers, the Braves schedule has been much more favorable to begin 2026.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 17

Braves Recap: Spencer Strider and Sean Murphy take over Rome

While the Braves were enjoying a much-needed off day ahead of a pivotal NL East matchup against the Phillies, a couple of familiar faces provided some entertainment in Rome.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 17

Braves Finding Familiar Rhythm as Early-Season Surge Continues

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves continued their torrid start to the season on Wednesday night, locking in their sixth straight series without a loss. Aside from a brief scare in the eighth, the game never felt in doubt.

Luke Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

Braves Re-Sign Luke Williams To Minor League Deal

The Braves have re-signed Luke Williams to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He has been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett and entered tonight’s game as a pinch runner.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 17

Spencer Strider strikes out three in first rehab start

The Braves’ starting pitching has been beyond a pleasant surprise to begin the season. They essentially have an entire rotation sitting on the IL, with three arms that were slated to be in their Opening Day rotation going down in the months leading up to Spring Training in Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach, and Spencer Strider.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 16

Strider Dazzles, Murphy Catching Again in Braves Rehab Assignments

The first games of the rehab assignments for Spencer Strider and Sean Murphy are in the books. Both games go as planned when it comes to the scheduled workload. The Atlanta Braves' right-hander pitched 3 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and two walks while striking out three.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 16

Braves announce major Spencer Strider injury update

Strider suffered an oblique injury before the start of the season.

Dodgers pull unusual move with Shohei Ohtani for his start

Can Pirates hurry Seth Hernandez to majors like they did Konnor Griffin?

Mets continue to make worrisome admissions as losing streak grows

Hitting coach has 'pretty simple' explanation for Mets' offensive woes

MLB umpire robbed and assaulted in Philadelphia, still worked Phillies series

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 16

Why Martín Pérez Returning to Braves Rotation Makes Sense

Walt Weiss confirmed Wednesday night that Martín Pérez would be back in the Atlanta Braves’ starting rotation on Friday. Between the off day and his start on Friday, everyone else in the rotation will get an extra day of rest. If someone is glad to see him back, it’s Weiss.

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

Braves Designate Osvaldo Bido, Select Ian Hamilton

The Braves have designated right-hander Osvaldo Bido for assignment, per a team announcement. Right-hander Ian Hamilton‘s contract has been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding move.

Austin Riley News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 16

Austin Riley Delivers Breakthrough Performance in Braves Win

If there was anyone on the Atlanta Braves who needed a mammoth hit on Wednesday night, it was Austin Riley. He knew it, too. The relief on his face as he circled the basepaths was hard to miss. For the first time all season, he got to extend his arms and trot around the basepaths and partake in the celebration.

Luke Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

Luke Williams Elects Free Agency

Utilityman Luke Williams elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Braves, relays Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 15

Braves blast three home runs in victory over Marlins

Bryce Elder threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings, and the Atlanta Braves backed him up with three home runs to defeat the visiting Miami Marlins 6-3 on Wednesday in the rubber game of their three-game series.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15

Braves Likely To Select Martín Pérez On Friday

The Braves seem set to bring Martín Pérez right back up to the majors. Manager Walt Weiss told reporters this evening that the veteran southpaw was among the options to start Friday’s series opener against Philadelphia (relayed by Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution).

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 15

Braves quickly bring Martin Perez back to bolster battered rotation

Martin Perez did not need to wait long for his next opportunity with the Atlanta Braves.

Kevin McGonigle becomes latest MLB rookie to cash in with massive Tigers contract

Astros pitcher blames 'American lifestyle' for his arm injury

Paul Skenes shares honest thoughts on MLB's new ABS challenge system

Huge Carlos Mendoza job-security update revealed amid Mets' losing streak

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Veteran starter returning as Braves battle plethora of injuries

Recently, the Atlanta Braves have been doing a solid job of holding down the fort on the 2026 MLB season despite their plethora of injuries. The Braves’ pitching staff has mostly been performing well so far this season, despite several starters being out of the lineup, including both Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach.

Dominic Smith News / Field Level Media / April 15

Braves' Dominic Smith pushes to deliver again vs. Marlins

Dominic Smith has proved to be a consequential addition to the Atlanta Braves' roster, even though he signed with the club only six days before the season opener.

Dominic Smith News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

Braves slugger Dominic Smith already making minor league contract look like a bargain

The Atlanta Braves are seeing immediate returns on a low-risk move, as Dominic Smith has quickly emerged as a prominent contributor in their lineup. His early output has provided a significant boost to an already potent offense.

Sean Murphy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

Braves make important Sean Murphy injury recovery announcement

The Atlanta Braves have gotten off to a solid start to the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting in first place in the NL East at 10-7 despite a loss to the Miami Marlins on Monday evening.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / April 13

Braves reinstate OF Michael Harris II, option LHP Dylan Dodd

The Atlanta Braves reinstated outfielder Michael Harris II from the paternity list and optioned left-hander Dylan Dodd to Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday in advance of a three-game home series against the Miami Marlins.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 12

Could Braves' Matt Olson become this generation’s Cal Ripken Jr?

Matt Olson is doing something nobody else in baseball is right now. He is quietly becoming this generation’s Iron Man.

Cardinals’ patience paying off as Jordan Walker becomes one of MLB's best hitters

Yankees, Mets set New York futility mark

Ben Rice costs the Yankees with an ABS blunder

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. admits he doesn't know rules after epic blunder

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Braves Remove Michael Harris From Lineup After Personal News

Michael Harris was hoping to get off to a strong start in his fifth season with the Atlanta Braves, but that has not been the case. A concerning trend has continued, as Harris is once again dealing with the same first‑half struggles that have held him back in recent years.