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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 9
Three Players Who Could Make or Break Braves 2026 Season
Spring training is officially underway. Atlanta Braves' pitchers and report on Monday, and full squad workouts are a week away. As everyone gets set for the 2026 season, let's see who some key players are who could make or break this upcoming season.
Marcell Ozuna News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Pirates' Marcell Ozuna Signing Will Lead to 1 Inevitable Reality This MLB Season
The Pittsburgh Pirates and veteran Marcell Ozuna agreed to a one-year, $12 million contract on Monday, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. "Designated hitter Marcell Ozuna and the Pittsburgh Pirates are in agreement on a one-year, $12 million contract with a mutual option for 2027, sources tell ESPN.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 9
Pirates should have targeted franchise icon instead of Marcell Ozuna deal
The Pirates finished their seventh consecutive losing season (71-91) in 2025 and have not made the playoffs for over a decade (2015).
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Marcell Ozuna News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9
Pirates To Sign Marcell Ozuna
8:05am: ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports that Ozuna will earn $10.5MM in 2026 salary, plus a $1.5MM buyout on a $16MM mutual option for the 2027 season. A mutual option hasn’t been exercised by both parties since 2014, so that option effectively just kicks a portion of the guarantee down the road by a year.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 9
Braves All-Star Makes Surprise Appearance During Super Bowl Halftime Show
Bad Bunny brought plenty of notable stars to the latest edition of the Super Bowl Halftime Show. Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin had their moments to sing. Pedro Pascal, Jessica Alba and Cardi B were all present to be part of - wait, was that Ronald Acuña Jr.?
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / February 8
Braves React to Ronald Acuna Jr. Appearing in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show
The Atlanta Braves have one of the most exciting players in the league in right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. The 28‑year‑old superstar has endured multiple ACL tears in his eight‑year career, yet has responded each time by returning to elite form.
Bo Bichette News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 8
Why not signing Bo Bichette will be Braves’ biggest offseason regret
The Atlanta Braves missed the playoffs in 2025 after an 0-7 start, marking a disappointing, injury-filled campaign. But they did not do a ton in the winter to make up for that deficit.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 8
Former Braves Pitcher Threw for Teams at UCLA, Eyeing Contract
A former Atlanta Braves pitcher is pushing to find a landing spot for the 2026 season. According to The Athletic's Will Sammon, Griffin Canning threw for teams at UCLA on Friday.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 8
Braves Ronald Acuña Jr. Has Clear Favorite for Super Bowl Champion
We've reached Super Bowl Sunday, and Ronald Acuña Jr. appears to have picked his pony for the race. MLB Español posted a photo of the Atlanta Braves star with New England Patriots kicker Andy Borregales, a fellow Venezuelan native.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 8
ESPN Proposes Braves Make Blockbuster Trade for All-Star Shortstop
Perhaps it’s never too late to suggest a big trade. Pitchers and catchers report this week, and full squad workouts start the week after. That doesn’t mean the Atlanta Braves can’t be suggested to shake things up on said squad.
Conner Capel News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 7
Rockies Sign Conner Capel To Minor League Contract
The Rockies signed outfielder Conner Capel to a minors deal, as per Capel’s MLB.com profile page. The contract apparently doesn’t include an invitation to Colorado’s big league Spring Training camp, as the Rockies already announced their list of spring invites earlier this week.
Terrance Gore News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 7
Braves World Series Champion Terrance Gore Dies at 34
The Atlanta Braves and the rest of Major League Baseball mourn the loss of a member of the 2021 World Series team. Outfielder Terrance Gore has passed away at just 34 years old.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 7
Under-the-Radar Players to Watch During Braves Spring Training
It's that time of year. There will be live action soon, but it's not exactly too see if the Atlanta Braves find themselves on the winning end of these games.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / February 7
Braves' Michael Harris announces personal news amid MLB offseason
Harris recently shared a personal update that added even more positivity to his offseason.
Kyle Farmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Braves, Kyle Farmer Agree To Minor League Deal
The Braves have agreed to a minor league contract with infielder Kyle Farmer, reports Mark Bowman of MLB.com. The BHSC client will be in camp as a non-roster player this spring, where he’ll compete for a bench job.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 6
Braves Well Represented on Netherlands WBC Team
More Atlanta Braves talent has been confirmed for the World Baseball Classic. According to MLB.com's Mark Bowman, Ozzie Albies, Jurickson Profar and Chadwick Tromp will join Andruw Jones' staff for the Netherlands.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 5
Braves Legend Andruw Jones Honored by Georgia Gov After HOF Election
The celebration of Andruw Jones' Hall of Fame induction continued this week, even at the government level. The former Atlanta Braves All-Star was honored by the Georgia State House, according to WABE News' Rahul Bali.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 4
Braves announce 24 non-roster invitees to Spring Training
Spring Training is right around the corner, and in addition to the Braves’ 40-man roster, the team announced Wednesday that they will have 24 non-roster invitees, including a handful of top prospects and experienced veterans.
Atlanta Braves News / New Baseball Media / February 4
Braves’ 2026 Spring Training Non-Roster Invites Include Murphy, Ritchie
On February 4, the Atlanta Braves became the latest to announce their list of 2026 Spring Training non-roster players. Aside from notable MLB veterans previously confirmed, the list also includes two of the Braves’ best pitching prospects: JR Ritchie & Owen Murphy.
Reynaldo Lopez News / Total Pro Sports / February 4
MLB Rumors: Atlanta Braves Could Part Ways With Reynaldo Lopez For All-Star Pitcher
The Atlanta Braves hope to make a strong comeback this year following an utterly disappointing 2025 campaign with several new additions this winter. Widespread injuries, especially within the starting rotation, were a major cause of their downfall.
Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / February 3
Ranking the Braves Starting Pitchers by Importance to a 2026 Playoff Run
The Atlanta Braves‘ 2026 playoff ambitions hinge, as always, on a starting rotation capable of pitching deep into October. Following a 2025 campaign marred by significant injury concerns and volatility in the pitching staff, the 2026 rotation is projected to be a blend of veteran dominance, young, high-upside arms, and a critical need for depth.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 3
FanGraphs has shocking projection for the Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves are fresh off a season in which they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2018, winning just 72 games and finishing fourth in the NL East, despite being given the second-best odds of any team to win the World Series entering the year.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 2
Major changes coming to how you watch the Braves on TV
According to the Sports Business Journal, all nine teams that have their games broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network are leaving the parent company, Main Street Sports Group.
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