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Spencer Strider’s MRI results bring terrifyingly cryptic update

The Atlanta Braves have dealt with some injuries to some of their key players, and Spencer Strider was the latest to hit the injured list. After making a start against the New York Mets, Strider was placed on the IL because of a right elbow issue, but there is uncertainty about his return, according to the Associated Press.

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Braves bats go silent in series loss to Mets

The headline says it all. Giving New York another reason to celebrate, the Atlanta Braves fell 8-1 to the New York Mets on Sunday. Bryce Elder’s outing resulted in him only pitching through four innings, allowing two hits, six earned runs, two walks and only two strikeouts.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 14

Braves’ Mike Yastrzemski makes the most bizarre error of the MLB season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Mike Yastrzemski made the strangest error of the MLB season so far thanks to some flukishly bad luck. Yastrzemski was in left field Sunday at Citi Field in New York, N.Y.

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Spencer Strider News / Field Level Media / June 14

Braves RHP Spencer Strider (elbow) seeing doctor for evaluation

Braves right-hander Spencer Strider is going to see Dr. Keith Meister for an evaluation after he was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday with right elbow inflammation, Atlanta manager Walt Weiss told reporters before Sunday's game at the New York Mets.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / June 14

How does the Spencer Strider injury affect the outlook of the Braves rotation?

We are still awaiting the final diagnosis on the injury Spencer Strider suffered on Friday against the Mets. He’s already been placed on the 15-day IL with what the Braves are calling right elbow inflammation, but Walt Weiss said ahead of Sunday’s game that they don’t have a “definitive” answer yet.

MLB News / Battery Power / June 14

Braves vs Mets Chat and Discussion: Bryce Elder vs Freddy Peralta

The stage is set, and both teams are looking to close it out in this early Sunday matchup. The streets of New York are ready to add another win under their belts, but will the Braves put a stop to it?

Michael Harris News / Battery Power / June 14

Michael Harris leads off for Braves in Mets finale

It’s time for some Sunday baseball. The Atlanta Braves are looking to take the series against their division rivals in this afternoon’s finale, and the rosters are set.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 14

Mets Star Caught Tipping Pitches Toward End of Braves Win

The Atlanta Braves pulled out a win at Citi Field on Saturday. However, the New York Mets were able to put up a bit of a fight at the end due to what could be seen as a frustrating strategy for the opponent.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / June 14

Braves ride unexpected contributions into finale vs. Mets

The Atlanta Braves lost a right fielder with a Most Valuable Player trophy on his mantle and a starting pitcher with a 20-win season on his resume within a three-day span this week.

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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.

Bryce Elder News / Battery Power / June 14

Bryce Elder takes the mound in Mets finale

New York is already in a celebratory mood after winning their first NBA title since 1973, but let’s talk about the fate of the New York Mets, as the Atlanta Braves look to close this series with a win.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / June 14

Spencer Strider to the IL, The Eli White Game, more

As we nervously await the diagnosis on what appeared to be a pretty grim injury to Spencer Strider’s throwing arm, the Braves scraped a win in Flushing with their fifth starter and missing two of their most productive bats.

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Spencer Strider News / Yardbarker / June 13

Braves have another big Spencer Strider injury concern

The Atlanta Braves got some really concerning news Saturday when starting pitcher Spencer Strider was put on the 15-day injured list.

Braves place RHP Spencer Strider (elbow) on injured list

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Eli White News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 13

Eli White's Big Day Lifts Braves to Win Over Mets, Snaps Losing Streak

From time to time, Eli White has a big day looming. His latest came on Saturday in Flushing, Queens, as the Atlanta Braves picked up a 3-1 win against the New York Mets. White started things off with an RBI double that opened scoring and gave the Braves a 1-0 lead in the top of the second inning.

Martin Perez News / Field Level Media / June 13

Martin Perez's strong outing powers Braves past Mets

Martin Perez continued his resurgence by giving up one run over 5 1/3 innings and earning the win Saturday afternoon, when the Atlanta Braves edged the host New York Mets 3-1 in the middle game of a three-game series between the National League East rivals.

Spencer Strider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 13

1 trade Braves must make after losing Spencer Strider to IL

The Atlanta Braves have officially hit a crossroads. On Saturday, the club placed right-hander Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list with right elbow

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Braves Make Decision After Unfortunate Spencer Strider News

JR Ritchie gave the Atlanta Braves five scoreless innings of relief Friday night at Citi Field, and manager Walt Weiss said the rookie will slide into Spencer Strider's spot in the rotation.

Spencer Strider News / Field Level Media / June 13

Braves place RHP Spencer Strider (elbow) on injured list

The Atlanta Braves placed right-hander Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list Saturday with elbow inflammation. Strider, 27, exited in the fourth inning of Friday's 7-5 loss to the host New York Mets after experiencing soreness.

JR Ritchie News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 13

Braves Prospect JR Ritchie Could Return to Rotation After First MLB Relief Appearance

Atlanta Braves pitching prospect JR Ritchie was used as a reliever for the first time in his big league career on Friday—and the right-hander looked like a natural coming out of the bullpen.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 13

The three year nightmare continues for Spencer Strider

For the first time all season, the Braves are facing significant adversity. Not only have they lost three straight for just the second time in 2026, but they may have also lost Spencer Strider for the remainder of the season.

Maverick Handley News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Braves Release Maverick Handley

The Braves announced they’ve released catcher Maverick Handley, who’d been on optional assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett. That opens a 40-man roster spot for Hurston Waldrep, who was reinstated from the 60-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 12

Braves announce a slew of roster moves ahead of series with Mets

The Braves announced a slew of roster moves ahead of their series with the Mets.

Massive injury update on Mets' Francisco Lindor emerges

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Braves Predicted to Draft 1.119 OPS Shortstop

The Atlanta Braves have established themselves as one of the top teams throughout the 2026 MLB season. Under first-year manager Walt Weiss, they are 45-23 and have an eight-game lead in the National League East over the Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 12

Massive injury update on Mets' Francisco Lindor emerges

The New York Mets have remained arguably the biggest disappointment of the ongoing MLB season as star shortstop Francisco Lindor has been out of the lineup

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Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / June 11

MLB Rumors: Atlanta Braves Linked To 3 Players As Trade Deadline Nears

Following a hugely disappointing 2025 campaign, the Atlanta Braves are setting the standard in the MLB this season. The club presently ranks among the top five teams offensively, while their pitching department is arguably the best in the league.

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / June 11

Braves Hit With Another Gut Punch as Acuña Returns to IL

The Atlanta Braves just cannot catch a break. Ronald Acuña Jr. is headed back to the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain after leaving Tuesday’s game against the Chicago White Sox.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / June 10

Braves lose former MVP to hamstring injury

For the second time this season, the Atlanta Braves have lost their superstar right fielder to the injured list.

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Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10

Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment

The Braves have once again designated righty Carlos Carrasco for assignment. This time, his roster spot goes to right-hander James Karinchak, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett.