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Walt Weiss on JR Ritchie’s demotion, Drake Baldwin’s injury

Walt Weiss on JR Ritchie’s demotion, Drake Baldwin’s injury

Some significant news came out of the Atlanta Braves clubhouse today, as JR Ritchie was optioned back to Gwinnett following his start on Monday night, while Drake Baldwin was placed on the IL with an oblique strain.

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / May 19
Ronald Acuña Jr. Is Back and the Braves Just Got Terrifying Again

Ronald Acuña Jr. Is Back and the Braves Just Got Terrifying Again

Ronald Acuña Jr. is officially back, and the timing could not be scarier for the rest of Major League Baseball. The Atlanta Braves activated Acuña from the injured list this week, adding their superstar back into a lineup that already owns the best record in baseball at 32-16.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 19
Is Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. playing vs. Marlins after returning from IL?

Is Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. playing vs. Marlins after returning from IL?

As fans have been waiting to see the return of Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr. to play, they won’t have to wait much longer ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Miami Marlins.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 19
AJ Pierzynski gets brutally honest on what Drake Baldwin’s injury means for Braves

AJ Pierzynski gets brutally honest on what Drake Baldwin’s injury means for Braves

The Atlanta Braves got some brutal news on Tuesday, as it was announced that slugger Drake Baldwin is headed to the injured list. He is dealing with an oblique problem.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Aaron Bummer News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Atlanta Braves Release Player From 40-Man Roster

Atlanta Braves Release Player From 40-Man Roster

The Atlanta Braves announced a number of roster moves today, including the release of relief pitcher Aaron Bummer from the roster. Bummer had been a member of the Braves organization since 2024.

MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 19
Braves Send One of Their Top Pitching Prospects Back Down to Minors

Braves Send One of Their Top Pitching Prospects Back Down to Minors

The Atlanta Braves have decided to demote one of their promising young arms. Right-handed pitcher JR Ritchie, the Braves' No. 2 prospect for 2026 on MLB Pipeline, has been sent down to Triple-A Gwinnett, Atlanta announced on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 19
Can Braves continue hot start without Drake Baldwin?

Can Braves continue hot start without Drake Baldwin?

The recent news surrounding Drake Baldwin going to the IL with an oblique injury is a nightmare situation. In the span of the week, the Braves went from by far the best catching situation in baseball to the worst — with Chadwick Tromp and Sandy Leon set to handle duties behind the plate for the foreseeable future.

Drake Baldwin News / Field Level Media / May 19
Braves C Drake Baldwin (oblique) placed on 10-day IL

Braves C Drake Baldwin (oblique) placed on 10-day IL

The Atlanta Braves placed catcher Drake Baldwin on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a strained right oblique muscle. The Braves selected fellow catcher Chadwick Tromp from Triple-A Gwinnett to take the roster spot of Baldwin.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

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Drake Baldwin News / SportsTalkATL / May 19
Braves make a ton of roster moves, including Drake Baldwin to IL

Braves make a ton of roster moves, including Drake Baldwin to IL

Roster moves were expected following the Atlanta Braves loss last night to the Miami Marlins. The club chose to outright release Aaron Bummer, ending his time in Atlanta.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / May 19
Braves' Drake Baldwin lands on 10-day IL in significant blow

Braves star catcher Drake Baldwin lands on 10-day IL in significant blow

The Atlanta Braves have added another key addition to the 10-day injury list.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 19
Braves’ perfect trade offer for Mets’ Freddy Peralta

Braves’ perfect trade offer for Mets’ Freddy Peralta

The Atlanta Braves sit atop the NL East with the Majors’ best record at 32-16. But the story of their 2026 season is not just one of dominance, it is one of survival.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 19
Braves Release Aaron Bummer, Place Drake Baldwin On Injured List

Braves Release Aaron Bummer, Place Drake Baldwin On Injured List

The Braves announced Tuesday that they’ve released left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer and placed catcher Drake Baldwin on the 10-day injured list due to an oblique strain.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 19
What is the Braves roster missing the most through 48 games?

What is the Braves roster missing the most through 48 games?

A 12-0 loss to the Miami Marlins, combined with a 16-4 stretch from the Philadelphia Phillies over their last 20 games, and suddenly it feels like the walls are closing in a little too close for comfort.

Robbie Ray News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 19
Braves’ perfect trade offer for Giants’ Robbie Ray

Braves’ perfect trade offer for Giants’ Robbie Ray

The Atlanta Braves have been the best team in baseball in 2026. At 32-15, they own the best record in the Majors and lead the NL East by 8 games, an achievement made all the more remarkable when you realize they have done it while operating with one of the most injury-ravaged rotations in modern baseball history.

MLB News / CBSSports.com / May 19

Braves vs. Marlins Tuesday MLB matinee picks: Back Atlanta off bad loss in Ronald Acuna's expected return

The lone matinee in MLB on Tuesday is Braves at Marlins

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 19
Time for some much needed Braves roster changes

Time for some much needed Braves roster changes

The Atlanta Braves put together their worst performance of the season yesterday, falling 12-0 to the Miami Marlins in a game where they failed in every aspect.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 19
Braves Expected to Call Up Right-Hander in Upcoming Roster Move

Braves Expected to Call Up Right-Hander in Upcoming Roster Move

The Atlanta Braves are expected to make another move to shuffle the pitching staff. Per MLB insider Francys Romero, right-hander Victor Mederos will be added to the active roster.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / May 19
Braves eager to see Ronald Acuna Jr. hit against Marlins

Braves eager to see Ronald Acuna Jr. hit against Marlins

Ronald Acuna Jr. will return to the Atlanta starting lineup on Tuesday when the visiting Braves play the Miami Marlins in the second game of a four-game series.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Field Level Media / May 18
Braves reinstate Ronald Acuna, Jr. (hamstring) ahead of schedule

Braves reinstate Ronald Acuna, Jr. (hamstring) ahead of schedule

The Atlanta Braves' timeline to see five-time All-Star outfielder Ronald Acuna, Jr.in action got moved up by one full series. The club reinstated Acuna from the 10-day injured list on Monday in advance of its four-game series in Miami.

Atlanta Braves News / HITC / May 18
The Braves won two straight series, and one overlooked issue is the only thing holding them back

The Braves won two straight series, and one overlooked issue is the only thing holding them back

The Atlanta Braves capped off a strong week with series wins over the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox, but there is still one short-term concern worth watching.

John Brebbia News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17
Twins’ John Brebbia Expected To Trigger Opt-Out Clause

Twins’ John Brebbia Expected To Trigger Opt-Out Clause

Right-hander John Brebbia is exercising the opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Twins, reports Darren Wolfson of KSTP. Minnesota has until Wednesday to add Brebbia to the big-league club.

Austin Gomber News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
Braves Sign Austin Gomber To Minor League Deal

Braves Sign Austin Gomber To Minor League Deal

The Braves have signed left-hander Austin Gomber to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News previously reported that the Rangers released Gomber from their own minor league pact.

Bryce Elder News / The Lead / May 15
Bryce Elder Has Revived His Career Alongside League-Leading Braves

Bryce Elder Has Revived His Career Alongside League-Leading Braves

As of May 15, the Atlanta Braves have the best record in Major League Baseball. While Atlanta has gotten incredible results from the likes of Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Drake Baldwin and Michael Harris II, the resurgence of a certain pitcher has catapulted the Braves back to the top of the National League.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Braves become MLB's first team to reach early-season milestone

Braves become MLB's first team to reach early-season milestone

Wednesday was a monumental day for MLB's top early-season team. The Atlanta Braves clinched their series with the Chicago Cubs, winning the second game of the three-game set 4-1. 

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Bryce Elder News / Yardbarker / May 11
Elder re-establishing dominance with Braves amid 2025 struggles

Bryce Elder re-establishing dominance with Braves amid 2025 struggles

Elder has made a 365-degree turnaround from being a bust to a high-floor starter.

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