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Braves Push Prospect Alex Lodise to Next Level After Scorching-Hot Weekend

At the end of July, Atlanta Braves shortstop prospect Alex Lodise was bumped up to High-A. But now, after just 17 games with the Rome Emperors this year, the 22-year-old is being promoted once again.

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Mauricio Dubon starts at short, Sean Murphy catches Tyler Mahle

The Braves are rocking with Sean Murphy at catcher and Mauricio Dubon at short against the righty Matthews for the Twins. I think they should do this more, with Jim Jarvis’ bat turning back into a pumpkin and Murphy in need of live plate appearances.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / Field Level Media / August 18

Braves recall RHP AJ Smith-Shawver to start Wednesday vs. Twins

The Atlanta Braves recalled right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday and scheduled him to start Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 18

Two More Braves Prospects Receive Minor League Promotions

The Atlanta Braves decided two more prospects were ready for a new challenge. On Tuesday, a pair of notable promotions were announced. No. 5 prospect, infielder Alex Lodise, is heading to Double-A Columbus.

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Tyler Mahle News / Battery Power / August 18

Braves hope Tyler Mahle can continue dominant start to his Atlanta tenure

As the Braves are in the midst of a bit of a lull in performance, particularly on offense, they will hope to get more of the same from Tyler Mahle, who has been fantastic through two starts in a Braves uniform.

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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.

Alex Lodise News / SportsTalkATL / August 18

Two intriguing Braves prospects earn big promotions

The Braves handed out a couple of really exciting promotions today, with Alex Lodise heading to Double-A Columbus and Carter Beck on his way to High-A Rome.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 18

Braves shuffling up the rotation amid critical stretch

The Braves are changing up their rotation, announcing the move to recall AJ Smith-Shawver and designate Tyler Kinley for assignment. For now, it looks like the club will be going to a six-man rotation.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 18

The shortstop situation remains bleak for the Atlanta Braves

There’s no such thing as a bad one-year deal. It’s an old baseball axiom that has remained true for quite some time, even if some cases tend to test that theory.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / SportsTalkATL / August 18

Braves make surprising roster move, AJ Smith-Shawver recalled

The Braves made what I would call a surprising roster move on Tuesday afternoon, recalling AJ Smith-Shawver and designating Tyler Kinley for assignment.

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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.

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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Tyler Kinley News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Braves Designate Tyler Kinley For Assignment

The Braves announced Tuesday that they’ve recalled righty AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett and designated veteran reliever Tyler Kinley for assignment.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 18

It’s past time for the Braves to rethink their shortstop situation

After playing some fantastic baseball, the Braves have hit a bit of a skid, dropping three of four and watching their lead in the NL East slip to 6.5 games.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 18

Big Night From Former Braves Shortstop Intensifies Position Debate

It took one solid night from infielder Jorge Mateo to throw some fuel on the fire of the shortstop debate in Atlanta. Recently released by the Atlanta Braves, he belted a two-run home run in a back-and-forth Rays win over the Orioles on Monday.

Martin Perez News / Battery Power / August 18

Braves Offensive Struggles Continue, Martin Perez, More

While they looked as if they could come back, the Braves could not overcome a first inning deficit in a 4-2 loss to the Twins on Monday. After the first inning, the Braves pitching staff was able to lock in to give the Braves a chance.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 17

Four-run first dooms Braves in 4-2 loss to Twins

I’d say “stop me if you heard this one before,” but you can’t stop me, because I have a recap to write. The Braves fell behind early, and didn’t hit any homers, losing a close-ish game on the margins to the Twins.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 17

Braves vs Twins Series Opener in Rain Delay

It’s Déjà vu all over again for the Atlanta Braves. The series opener in Minnesota against the Twins has entered a rain delay. At this time, there is currently no new first pitch time.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 17

Atlanta Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Announcement

The Atlanta Braves enter their series against the Minnesota Twins looking to build momentum after closing out a set with the Arizona Diamondbacks on a positive note.

Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 17

Braves' 2025 Draft Pick Delivers 5-Homer, 16-RBI Weekend at High-A

The Atlanta Braves' High-A affiliate erupted to score 33 runs over the last two days. And at the center of the Rome Emperors' ridiculous offensive explosion was Atlanta prospect Dixon Williams.

Matt Olson News / Field Level Media / August 17

Braves' Matt Olson eager to continue power display vs. Twins

Matt Olson continues to impress, even if his manager sometimes struggles to find the right words to describe his achievements. "He's just a special player doing special things," Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said.

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.

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