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What Braves Rotation Could Look Like with Expanded September Rosters

The era of calling up the farm for a September push is long over, but the Atlanta Braves will still get some extra help in about a week. For the final month of the season, the active roster will expand by two extra spots to 28 players.

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Braves vs Brewers chat and discussion: Martín Pérez vs. Logan Henderson

The Braves could badly use a win Saturday afternoon in Milwaukee. They’re 1-4 on their four-game, seven-day road trip this week entering this 2:10 EDT game at American Family Field.

Ozzie Albies News / Battery Power / August 22

Ozzie Albies gets DH day as Braves look to even series at Brewers

Mauricio Dubón’s versatility continues to be a major asset for the Braves. He’s playing second base for the second time this season for Saturday’s 2:10 p.m.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 22

Braves Raise Eyebrows With Ronald Acuna Jr. Announcement

The Atlanta Braves enter Saturday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers looking to reverse a recent slide, and they are doing so with a notable adjustment at the top of their batting order.

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MLB News / Battery Power / August 22

Braves send Martín Pérez to mound hoping to stop bleeding vs. Brewers

Saturday’s second game of the Atlanta Braves’ series at the Milwaukee Brewers doesn’t have the star power of the series opener. But it does see two pitchers having quite successful seasons in an under-the-radar manner face off.

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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.

Didier Fuentes News / Battery Power / August 22

Does Didier Fuentes need a nickname?

I’ll yield the floor to our own Gaurav Vedak for a moment. He has a point. I’ve been referring to him as Didi but I’m saying Dee Dee, the Spanish pronunciation.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 22

Reynaldo López update, loss in Milwaukee, and more

Atlanta Braves right-hander Reynaldo López is ramping back up and is set to make a rehab start with Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday. López landed on the injured list on July 30 with inflammation in his left knee; fortunately, his MRI did not reveal any structural damage. The hurler has had a subpar year for Atlanta.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 22

Braves eager to ignite offense vs. surging Brewers

The dog days of summer are biting at the Atlanta Braves, whose offense has fallen into a slumber over the past week. The visiting Braves will look to bounce back from a one-run loss when they continue a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday afternoon in a battle of first-place teams.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Ronald Acuna Jr.’s submits his dark horse Play of the Year entry with unreal throw

The security at American Family Field failed to frisk Ronald Acuna Jr. thoroughly enough, because he was able to sneak his arm cannon into the venue Friday in Milwaukee, Wis.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 22

Chris Sale has high praise for Jacob Misiorowski after their duel

Braves' Chris Sale has high praise for Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski after their duel

It was a battle of the aces on Friday night, as Milwaukee Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski took the mound against Atlanta Braves' Chris Sale.

Orioles' Pete Alonso smashes game-winning HR, joins exclusive club

Rafael Devers hears boos, homers in return to Fenway Park

Willson Contreras' HR fuels Red Sox's big inning in win over Giants

Phillies rally past Cardinals in 10th as winning streak hits seven

Spencer Jones' two-run HR helps Yanks top Blue Jays for fifth straight win

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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.

Tyler Kinley News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Braves Release Tyler Kinley

The Braves have released right-hander Tyler Kinley, reports Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Kinley had been designated for assignment earlier this week.

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Ozzie Albies News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Atlanta Braves Announce Ozzie Albies Decision on Friday

The Atlanta Braves are adjusting their batting order for the start of a series against the Milwaukee Brewers, sliding second baseman Ozzie Albies down one spot in the lineup.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 21

Dubón at SS and Smith at DH as Braves take on Misiorowski

There is no sugar coating it, the Atlanta Braves have sputtered on offense this month. Only eight teams have scored fewer runs in MLB. They are facing the best pitcher on the planet right now in Jacob Misiorowski, in dire need of a win as the Phillies are creeping up the standings.

Reynaldo Lopez News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

An encouraging injury update on Reynaldo Lopez

According to Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Reynaldo Lopez will begin his rehab assignment with the Gwinnett Stripers on Sunday. Reynaldo Lopez has been out the last four weeks with knee inflammation.

Sean Murphy News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

The Braves should be playing Sean Murphy every day

The Braves snapped their losing skid yesterday afternoon behind a brilliant performance from Grant Holmes, but the lineup they used is the focus of this piece.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

Braves Starting Pitcher Power Rankings: Who is the #2?

It’s time to update the Braves starting pitching power rankings. If you’re new to this series, this is all about attempting to figure out who could potentially start Game 2 of a playoff series behind Chris Sale — and after three weeks, it feels like we’re finally getting some separation at the top.

Luke Sinnard News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 20

Braves Pitching Prospect Luke Sinnard Faces New Challenge in Minors

The Atlanta Braves are continuing their recent string of promotions by moving another top prospect up to the next step of his minor league journey. Right-handed pitcher Luke Sinnard is being bumped up from the High-A Rome Emperors to the Double-A Columbus Clingstones, the organization announced on Thursday.

Grant Holmes News / Field Level Media / August 20

Grant Holmes, Braves baffle White Sox

Austin Riley had two hits and two RBIs and Grant Holmes pitched six-plus innings to spark a combined one-hitter as the visiting Atlanta Braves defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday in a makeup game between the first-place clubs.

Ozzie Albies News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Atlanta Braves Make Ozzie Albies Announcement

The Atlanta Braves enter Thursday’s matchup against the Chicago White Sox looking for a quick reset after a disappointing sweep at the hands of the Minnesota Twins.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 20

Don't Let Box Score Fool You When Assessing Braves AJ Smith-Shawver

AJ Smith-Shawver is back on the mound for the Atlanta Braves and not a moment too soon. Even though the Braves dropped the game he pitched, don't let the end result preoccupy the mind.

Atlanta Braves News / EssentiallySports / August 20

$6M Worth Braves Star Turns On Umpire In Frustration After Controversial Strike Call

That’s what happens when unsaid rules stay unsaid. Bat on the ground, another disappointment, another argument, and another ejection. The déjà vu is hard to miss.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19

Why Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr., Austin Riley are most to blame for brutal series vs. Twins

The Atlanta Braves have enjoyed a strong overall season. They did not enjoy a strong three-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field this week, however.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Braves Temporarily Move To Six-Man Rotation

With right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver joining the roster in place of reliever Tyler Kinley, the Braves are moving to a six-man rotation for the time being.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 18

Braves make surprising roster decision ahead of AJ Smith-Shawver's return

The Atlanta Braves need pitching help in a major way.

Twins' Luke Keaschall intent on setting tone again vs. Braves

Big first-inning rally proves enough for Twins to top Braves

Braves' Matt Olson is rapidly emerging as an MVP contender

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Matt Olson News / Yardbarker / August 16

Braves' Matt Olson is rapidly emerging as an MVP contender

There is a player who is rapidly emerging as a serious candidate to snag the first MVP award of his career, and that is Atlanta Braves first baseman, Matt Olson.

Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates

Cardinals' Joshua Baez makes impressive history in MLB debut

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