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Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23
How Atlanta Braves Star Matt Olson is Still Underrated
Matt Olson isn’t just an All-Star; he’s become one of the best hitters in baseball. The 2026 season has been a special one for Olson. As of Saturday, the Atlanta Braves' first baseman is one home run behind Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber for the Major League lead.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 23
Danger zone, another loss, more 
While the Braves are perhaps not quite yet in a precarious position, they have put themselves in a position to be in a precarious position with their play over the last two weeks or so, facing down the barrel of another game against the Brewers and then a series against the Dodgers.
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 23
Braves Surprisingly Cut Ties With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Atlanta Braves made a notable roster move this week, designating right-handed pitcher Tyler Kinley for assignment to clear a spot for the recall of prospect AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A Gwinnett.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 22
Braves Offensive Woes Coming at Worst Possible Time
The Atlanta Braves finish the Milwaukee stage of their three-game series with the Brewers with a 4-1 loss on Saturday. They head to Williamsport, Pa., staring another sweep on this road trip in the face.
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.
MLB News / Battery Power / August 22
Error proves costly as Braves bats stay cold in another loss at Brewers
Even the usually stable Martín Pérez couldn’t halt the Braves’ skid that has carried throughout this week’s wild four-city road trip. A strong few innings
Logan Henderson News / Battery Power / August 22
Braves vs Brewers chat and discussion: Martín Pérez vs. Logan Henderson
The Braves could badly use a win Saturday afternoon in Milwaukee. They’re 1-4 on their four-game, seven-day road trip this week entering this 2:10 EDT game at American Family Field.
Ozzie Albies News / Battery Power / August 22
Ozzie Albies gets DH day as Braves look to even series at Brewers
Mauricio Dubón’s versatility continues to be a major asset for the Braves. He’s playing second base for the second time this season for Saturday’s 2:10 p.m.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 22
Braves Raise Eyebrows With Ronald Acuna Jr. Announcement
The Atlanta Braves enter Saturday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers looking to reverse a recent slide, and they are doing so with a notable adjustment at the top of their batting order.
MLB News / Battery Power / August 22
Braves send Martín Pérez to mound hoping to stop bleeding vs. Brewers
Saturday’s second game of the Atlanta Braves’ series at the Milwaukee Brewers doesn’t have the star power of the series opener. But it does see two pitchers having quite successful seasons in an under-the-radar manner face off.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 22
What Braves Rotation Could Look Like with Expanded September Rosters
The era of calling up the farm for a September push is long over, but the Atlanta Braves will still get some extra help in about a week. For the final month of the season, the active roster will expand by two extra spots to 28 players.
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.
Didier Fuentes News / Battery Power / August 22
Does Didier Fuentes need a nickname?
I’ll yield the floor to our own Gaurav Vedak for a moment. He has a point. I’ve been referring to him as Didi but I’m saying Dee Dee, the Spanish pronunciation.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 22
Reynaldo López update, loss in Milwaukee, and more
Atlanta Braves right-hander Reynaldo López is ramping back up and is set to make a rehab start with Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday. López landed on the injured list on July 30 with inflammation in his left knee; fortunately, his MRI did not reveal any structural damage. The hurler has had a subpar year for Atlanta.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 22
Braves eager to ignite offense vs. surging Brewers
The dog days of summer are biting at the Atlanta Braves, whose offense has fallen into a slumber over the past week. The visiting Braves will look to bounce back from a one-run loss when they continue a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday afternoon in a battle of first-place teams.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22
Ronald Acuna Jr.’s submits his dark horse Play of the Year entry with unreal throw
The security at American Family Field failed to frisk Ronald Acuna Jr. thoroughly enough, because he was able to sneak his arm cannon into the venue Friday in Milwaukee, Wis.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 22
Braves' Chris Sale has high praise for Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski after their duel
It was a battle of the aces on Friday night, as Milwaukee Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski took the mound against Atlanta Braves' Chris Sale.
Tyler Kinley News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Braves Release Tyler Kinley
The Braves have released right-hander Tyler Kinley, reports Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Kinley had been designated for assignment earlier this week.
Reynaldo Lopez News / SportsTalkATL / August 21
An encouraging injury update on Reynaldo Lopez
According to Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Reynaldo Lopez will begin his rehab assignment with the Gwinnett Stripers on Sunday. Reynaldo Lopez has been out the last four weeks with knee inflammation.
Sean Murphy News / SportsTalkATL / August 21
The Braves should be playing Sean Murphy every day
The Braves snapped their losing skid yesterday afternoon behind a brilliant performance from Grant Holmes, but the lineup they used is the focus of this piece.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 21
Braves Starting Pitcher Power Rankings: Who is the #2?
It’s time to update the Braves starting pitching power rankings. If you’re new to this series, this is all about attempting to figure out who could potentially start Game 2 of a playoff series behind Chris Sale — and after three weeks, it feels like we’re finally getting some separation at the top.
Luke Sinnard News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 20
Braves Pitching Prospect Luke Sinnard Faces New Challenge in Minors
The Atlanta Braves are continuing their recent string of promotions by moving another top prospect up to the next step of his minor league journey. Right-handed pitcher Luke Sinnard is being bumped up from the High-A Rome Emperors to the Double-A Columbus Clingstones, the organization announced on Thursday.
Grant Holmes News / Field Level Media / August 20
Grant Holmes, Braves baffle White Sox
Austin Riley had two hits and two RBIs and Grant Holmes pitched six-plus innings to spark a combined one-hitter as the visiting Atlanta Braves defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday in a makeup game between the first-place clubs.
Atlanta Braves News / EssentiallySports / August 20
$6M Worth Braves Star Turns On Umpire In Frustration After Controversial Strike Call
That’s what happens when unsaid rules stay unsaid. Bat on the ground, another disappointment, another argument, and another ejection. The déjà vu is hard to miss.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Braves Temporarily Move To Six-Man Rotation
With right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver joining the roster in place of reliever Tyler Kinley, the Braves are moving to a six-man rotation for the time being.
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.
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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