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Multiple Braves Top Prospects Receive Promotions to Start 2026 Season

Some of the Atlanta Braves' top prospects have been rewarded with a promotion to start the season. Along with strong performances at their respective levels last season, some of these prospects stood out for one reason or another during spring training.

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Braves vs. Diamondbacks Game 1: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 2

Braves vs Diamondbacks: The Atlanta Braves commence a six-day road trip with a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The opening encounter begins at Chase Field on Thursday evening.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 2

Braves Next Redemption Arc Ahead as They Go West for Road Trip

Here it comes. The Atlanta Braves head west for a seven-game road trip. The opponents are different. It’s not to lead off the season, but there’s that thought in everyone’s mind: 0-7. The last west coast road trip to start a season had the team behind the eight ball, and they never quite managed to overcome it.

Brett Wisely News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1

Braves Outright Brett Wisely

Braves infielder Brett Wisely cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Gwinnett, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. He’ll remain in the organization in a non-roster capacity, as he doesn’t have the previous career outright or three years of service time to elect free agency.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 1

Braves Plans to Revamp Baserunning Not Going as Planned to Start

A key narrative heading into the Atlanta Braves' 2026 season was that the baserunning was going to take a leap forward. The intention is for it to play a role in the offense reinventing itself.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 1

Braves Outright Infielder to Triple-A Gwinnett

The Atlanta Braves are looking to keep an infielder after they designated him for assignment. They announced Wednesday afternoon that Brett Wisely has been outrighted to Triple-A.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 1

Martín Pérez Making Most of Opportunities with Braves as They Come

His appearance on Tuesday night officially started off year 15 in the majors for Martín Pérez. He came out of the bullpen and pitched the final 4 1/3 innings of the Atlanta Braves' 5-2 loss to the Athletics.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 1

Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. reveals credit for literally head-scratching celebration

The Atlanta Braves have had a solid start to the 2026 MLB regular season, currently sitting at 3-2 after Tuesday night’s defeat against the Athletics at home.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 1

Key Stats Reflect Braves' Inconsistencies on Offense Early in Season

Little went right for the Atlanta Braves in their 5-2 loss to the Athletics Tuesday night. Along with shaky performance from their starter, Jose Suarez, the bats did little to back him up. The Braves' heavy reliance on the longball and the big inning early in the season caught up with them.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Mauricio Dubón Providing Refreshing Change for Braves at Shortstop

Just remember this. The Atlanta Braves' acquisition of utility man Mauricio Dubón was a one-for-one swap where the return was Nick Allen. Nothing else had to be thrown in for them to get what was, by default, an upgrade at the position. Sure, they had Ha-Seong Kim in September.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

New Braves City Connect Jerseys Bring TBS Flare to BravesVision Era

Not before long, the Atlanta Braves will be taking the field with a new look. Shortly after they were leaked on social media, the team released a video that officially revealed new City Connect Nike uniforms.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Bryce Elder Silences Doubts With Another Strong Start for Braves

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves entered the season with some lingering doubts in their rotation, but Monday’s strong performance from Bryce Elder provided another sigh of relief.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Braves Pitching Staff Achieves Rare Franchise Feat

The Atlanta Braves' pitching staff has looked good in the early going this season, but it appears they’re historically good in the context of franchise history.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Starting Pitching Concerns Easing for Braves One Outing at a Time

It's early. It's very early, as a matter of fact. But for the Atlanta Braves, winning three of their first four after starting 0-7 last year was crucial to putting minds at ease.

Spencer Strider News / Total Pro Sports / March 31

MLB Rumors: Spencer Strider’s Injury Paves The Way For Free Agent Pitcher

The Atlanta Braves suffered a huge blow after Spencer Strider was placed on the injured list. Strider had an oblique strain, and his absence has put the Atlanta Braves in a tough spot.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / March 31

2026 Transactions: Braves Select Martin Perez, Guardians Select Allard

Atlanta selected veteran pitcher Martin Perez to join an injury-hampered pitching staff on March 30. It was one of several moves on the day, which also saw the Guardians promote Kolby Allard as part of a bullpen restructure.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 30

Braves Settle on Fifth Starter to Begin 2026 Season

The Atlanta Braves have determined who will get the start the fifth time through the rotation to start the 2026 season. Manager Walt Weiss said after Monday's 4-0 win over the Athletics that left-hander Jose Suarez will be on the bump.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 30

Braves Reveal Next Steps for Spencer Strider, Sean Murphy

The Atlanta Braves have plans set up for two of their All-Stars, Spencer Strider and Sean Murphy, as they work their way back from injuries. Manager Walt Weiss said that Strider would travel with the team to continue his work, while Murphy will get work in up at High-A Rome.