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Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. (hand) day-to-day after HBP

Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was hit by two pitches Monday night, and the second one prompted him to leave the game against the host Washington Nationals.

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Braves ring up sixth straight win with big inning vs. Nationals

Matt Olson hit a two-run home run, Bryce Elder pitched into the seventh inning and the Atlanta Braves beat the host Washington Nationals 9-4 Monday night for their sixth straight win.

Atlanta Braves News / ESPN / April 20

Braves' Acuna hit twice; X-rays come back clean

The Braves said X-rays were negative and that Ronald Acuna Jr. was day-to-day.

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Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Braves Announce Michael Harris II Move Before Nationals Game

The Atlanta Braves are rewarding a hot bat and trying to shake a cold one ahead of Monday’s series opener against the Washington Nationals. Manager Walt Weiss moved Michael Harris II up to sixth in the lineup while sliding Mike Yastrzemski down to ninth as the veteran left fielder looks to find his footing at the plate.

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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.

Michael Harris News / SportsTalkATL / April 20

Several very encouraging early signs from Michael Harris II

The biggest determinant in whether the Braves could bounce back from a disastrous 2025 season was always going to come down to one thing: their stars playing like stars again.

Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / April 20

Who is out of the Braves rotation when Spencer Strider returns?

The Braves have the kind of dilemma every team in the league should envy. Their rotation has been the best in baseball through the first month, and they have another potential frontline arm on the way back from the IL.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 20

Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Nationals Series

The Atlanta Braves have the wind in their sails, coming off a sweep of the Phillies, as they head to Washington to play the Nationals. It'll be their latest four-game series on the road, and the first time they're playing this division rival in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 20

Next steps for Spencer Strider and Sean Murphy revealed

It’s been nothing but good news for the Braves since the season began, and things are set to get even better very soon, as both Spencer Strider and Sean Murphy are leaving Rome and headed to Triple-A Gwinnett to continue their rehab assignment.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 20

When will Braves call upon their top prospects?

Teams don’t typically start 15–7, five games clear of the rest of the division, without a few pleasant surprises. For the Braves, that’s been the starting rotation.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 20

Recent Tear From Braves' Michael Harris II Was Only a Matter of Time

It seemed like it was only a matter of time before Michael Harris II went on a tear. The metrics indicated that the Atlanta Braves’ centerfielder was hitting the ball hard, and he was experiencing some tough luck.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / April 20

Braves accomplish something they hadn’t done in a decade

The Atlanta Braves walked into Citizens Bank Park for a three-game set beginning Friday and left with a sweep, taking all three from the Phillies in Philadelphia for the first time since September of 2016.

Michael Harris News / Field Level Media / April 20

Michael Harris II delivers for Braves, who sweep series from Phillies

Michael Harris II collected three hits, including a home run, as the visiting Atlanta Braves secured a three-game sweep of the Philadelphia Phillies with a 4-2 victory on Sunday night.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 19

Braves Determine Next Steps for Spencer Strider, Sean Murphy Recoveries

The Atlanta Braves determined the next course of action for right-hander Spencer Strider and catcher Sean Murphy. According to a press release from Triple-A Gwinnett, the two rehab teammates will join them for the next steps in their rehab assignments. Both of them are scheduled to get started on Tuesday when the Stripers face Jacksonville.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 19

5 Greatest Hits in Atlanta Braves Franchise History

As by far the most successful franchise in Atlanta professional sports history, the Atlanta Braves have had a lot of big moments in their 60 years in the south.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 19

What’s been the biggest surprise for the Braves?

Through 21 games, the Braves are 14–7, five games clear of the rest of the NL East. One could argue the biggest surprise so far hasn’t even been Atlanta — it’s been the rest of the division.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 19

Why Chris Sale's Run with Atlanta Braves Requires Further Appreciation

Chris Sale made history in what was arguably his best start of the season. In the Atlanta Braves' 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday night

JR Ritchie News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 18

Braves Pitching Prospect JR Ritchie Shines Again in Latest Triple-A Gem

Atlanta Braves right-handed pitching prospect JR Ritchie continued his dominant start to the Triple-A season in his most recent outing. Ritchie, MLB Pipeline's No.

Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / April 18

Chris Sale dominant as Braves keep Phillies in a funk

Chris Sale worked seven strong innings and Mauricio Dubon provided a two-run single to lift the visiting Atlanta Braves to a 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.

Ha-seong Kim News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18

Braves’ Ha-Seong Kim gets crucial injury update

Ha-Seong Kim has yet to make his 2026 debut as he’s still working his way back from surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger. On Saturday, he and the Atlanta Braves received a big update regarding his recovery process.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / April 18

5 Greatest Atlanta Braves Pitchers of All Time

With the most sincere apologies to the family of Kid Nichols, the Atlanta Braves’ all-time leader in pitching WAR, this list of the five greatest pitchers in franchise history does not include him.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / April 18

5 Greatest Atlanta Braves Hitters of All Time

Four of the five Atlanta Braves players on our list of the greatest five Braves hitters in history are in the Hall of Fame. The fifth player should be. The franchise is the oldest in baseball, having been established in 1871 and joining the National League in 1876 as the Boston Reds.

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 / Yardbarker / April 17

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

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.