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Sean Murphy goes yard twice, Braves stave off Cardinals

Sean Murphy hit two homers and drove in three runs as the visiting Atlanta Braves edged the St. Louis Cardinals 6-5 Friday night. Ronald Acuna Jr. went 3-for-5 with two doubles, an RBI and a run for the Braves.

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Braves Announce Austin Riley News After Leaving Cardinals Game

Third baseman Austin Riley is in his seventh season with the Atlanta Braves after being selected in the first round of the 2015 MLB Draft. The 28-year-old made his major-league debut in left field during 2019—third base was occupied by veteran Josh Donaldson—though he has primarily played third base since.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

Ronald Acuña Jr. pulls out of Home Run Derby due to injury concern

Ronald Acuña Jr. was a late scratch from the Atlanta Braves’ series opener against the Athletics on Tuesday due to back tightness. While the former MVP was able to return to the lineup the following day, he’s taking the injury scare seriously.

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Marcell Ozuna News / Last Word On Sports / July 11

Braves Slugger Marcell Ozuna Sure to Be Traded at the Deadline

At 40-52, the 2025 Atlanta Braves season is more or less unsalvageable as we approach the All-Star break. It’s becoming clear that General Manager Alex Anthopoulos will look to sell at the deadline, with the team’s chances of making the playoffs sitting at 3.8% on Fangraphs.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / July 11

MLB Announces Change After Ronald Acuna Jr. Injury News

Superstar right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. is in his eighth major-league season as an Atlanta Brave after making his MLB debut in 2018 and winning National League Rookie of the Year.

JR Ritchie News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Braves Prospect Reflects on Path to Upcoming Futures Game

When the Columbus Clingstones were on the road in Birmingham, Ala., right-hander JR Ritchie received a call from team management. There was a panic. He thought he had been traded.

Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Red Sox Get Bad Braves News on Reunion With Chris Sale

The Boston Red Sox would likely love to take back some of the trades they've made in recent years. From Mookie Betts to Rafael Devers to Chris Sale and others, the Red Sox haven't exactly done a great job on the trade front.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 11

Braves shove both Sean Murphy, Drake Baldwin into lineup for St. Louis opener

Also, Nick Allen is now hitting eighth Well, at least some positive things are happening in ye olde cursed season. Both Sean Murphy and Drake Baldwin are in the lineup tonight, with Murphy DHing and Marcell Ozuna on the bench.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

Are Braves prepping for a youth movement in the second half?

At 40-52, 10 games out of a playoff spot, and crippled by injuries — the Atlanta Braves’ season is over. Their streak of seven straight postseason appearances will come to an end, and all the focus should be on figuring out what needs to be done to get back to the standard in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

Braves add arm to bullpen, claims former top prospect

The Atlanta Braves have one more series to enter the All-Star break with positive momentum. General manager Alex Anthopoulos has told the league that the Braves are not willing to move on from their stars.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11

Braves in unfamiliar territory as MLB trade deadline approaches

The Braves have been in a downward spiral for much of the season. They’ve shown signs of life at various points, but those brief flashes were quickly stamped out by repeated injuries to star players.

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Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

Braves bring back old friend for pitching depth

Ahead of the final series of the first half, the Braves announced they have claimed old friend Joey Wentz off waivers. In a corresponding move, they have designated Kevin Herget for assignment.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Braves Claim Former Prospect Off Waivers, DFA Right-Hander

A former Atlanta Braves prospect will have the chance to make his debut with the big league team. The Braves announced on Friday that they had claimed left-hander Joey Wentz off waivers from the Minnesota Twins.

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MLB News / Talking Chop / July 11

Can the St. Louis devil magic cure the Braves’ blues?

Nothing else has worked. Grant Holmes gets the start. Well, the Braves’ cursed season continues, and now it’s time for the annual trip to St. Louis, home of the Cardinals’ storied devil magic.

JR Ritchie News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Report: Braves No. 6 Prospect Named Starting Pitcher for Futures Game

Atlanta Braves No. 6 prospect and right-hander JR Ritchie will be the starter for the Futures Game, according to sources. This will be the second time this year that he's been given the starting job for a prospect game.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

One-run games have been the difference for the Atlanta Braves

Since sweeping the Mets on June 19, the Braves have now lost 11 of 14 games after falling to the Athletics in extra innings last night, marking yet another one-run loss.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 11

What are the Braves organizational weaknesses entering the MLB Draft?

The Braves position player depth has been a long-standing problem The 2025 MLB Draft starts on Sunday, and the excitement of new talent in the system already has the staff at Battery Power buzzing.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 11

What would it look like for the Braves to officially throw in the towel for 2025?

It’s time. Despite having a run differential, Pythagorean record, expected W-L, and BaseRuns record that all suggest they should be right around .500 (which would still be a disappointing outcome in its own right), the Atlanta Braves are 12 games under.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

It’s been a special week for Matt Olson in more ways than one

When Matt Olson was traded from the A’s to the Braves, it was a homecoming for the suburban Atlanta native. Now, the story has come full circle. For the first time in 25 years, Atlanta is hosting All-Star festivities.

Jurickson Profar News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Braves' Profar Experiencing Power Surge Since Return

The Atlanta Braves' offense has few positive takeaways right now. One of them managed to be that Jurickson Profar is bringing some pop to the lineup. In the 5-4 walk-off loss to The Athletics, Profar hit a two-run home run with two outs in the top of the fourth inning to tie things up 3-3.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

Is the Braves front office thinking correctly?

The fall of the Braves is due to a number of factors that have occurred since Atlanta hoisted the Commissioner’s Trophy. You don’t see teams go from one of the best in baseball to the cellar overnight.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Banged-up Cards, slumping Braves face off

With multiple players battling injuries, the St. Louis Cardinals are looking forward to the All-Star break. But first they must finish their six-game homestand, which will continue Friday night in the opener of a weekend series with the Atlanta Braves.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / July 11