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Braves Designate Brett Wisely For Assignment

The Braves designated infielder/outfielder Brett Wisely for assignment Wednesday upon setting their 40-man roster, as first indicated on the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.

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How the Braves Can Flip the Script and Become a Threat Again in 2026

The Braves do not need a total makeover to bounce back in 2026. They need something much simpler: health, star-level production from the players who are supposed to carry them, and just enough depth to survive the early weeks until the roster gets whole again.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 25

A Breakdown of Braves Finalized Opening Day Roster

The Atlanta Braves have put the finishing touches on who will be on the opening day roster. The team revealed its opening day roster at high noon on Wednesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 25

Top Five Braves Performers During Spring Training

The spring training season is in the books. The Atlanta Braves are headed back up to the Peach State for the start of the regular season, which starts on Friday.

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Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / March 25

MLB Rumors: Insider Links Top Pitcher To The Atlanta Braves

The injury epidemic continues for the Atlanta Braves from last season, with multiple casualties in their starting rotation. Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston landed on the 60-day IL for the Braves at the start of spring training.

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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

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 24

Atlanta Braves Reveal Promotional Calendar, Including List of Giveaways for 2026

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves are set to open the 2026 regular season on Friday night, with the Kansas City Royals coming to Truist Park. With the new season, the Braves will offer some exciting new menu offerings, gate giveaways, and fan experiences for the upcoming season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 24

Two Braves Legends Confirmed for Upcoming 60th Anniversary Festivities

Two early Atlanta Braves legends will be in the building to usher in a landmark season in team history. During the opening day ceremony, the team will celebrate their 60th anniversary of playing in Atlanta.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 24

Two Braves Legends will Partake in Opening Day Festivities

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Atlanta Braves Claim Intriguing Arm off Waivers From the Yankees

The Atlanta Braves have had countless injuries to the pitching staff this offseason. Right-hander Spencer Strider was the latest to go down with an oblique strain on Monday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 24

Braves Announce Partnership with Key TV Distributor for 2026

The full scope of the Atlanta Braves' TV viewing for the 2026 season is becoming clearer. Team president and CEO Derek Schiller said Tuesday morning, while

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 24

Upcoming Honor Reflects Brian Snitker's Place in Braves History

Brian Snitker’s place in Atlanta Braves history will be honored during the 2026 season. He will be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame on Saturday, April 25, ahead of their game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Snitker will be the fifth former manager to be inducted into the Braves Hall of Fame.

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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.

Osvaldo Bido News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24

Braves Claim Osvaldo Bido

Yankees right-hander Osvaldo Bido has been claimed off waivers by the Braves, per announcements from both clubs. Atlanta placed left-hander Joey Wentz on the 60-day IL to create a spot on the 40-man roster.

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Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / March 23

2026 Atlanta Braves O/U: Why the Braves Will Go Under

It’s still a little weird to think about the Atlanta Braves as anything other than a 95-win juggernaut, right? For years, they’ve been the NL East standard-bearer.

Lucas Giolito News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23

Insider says Braves ‘absolutely’ must sign Lucas Giolito amid plethora of injuries

On Monday, the Atlanta Braves’ injuries continued to mount when it was announced that starting pitcher Spencer Strider would begin the year on the injured list due to an oblique strain.

Spencer Strider News / Field Level Media / March 23

Braves RHP Spencer Strider (oblique) to start season on IL

Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Strider will begin the season on the injured list with an oblique strain, the team announced Monday. Strider, 27, was scratched from Monday's scheduled spring training start against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Bradenton, Fla.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23

Why Braves will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series

Despite sitting at +1600 to +2000 odds on most sportsbooks to win the 2026 World Series, the Atlanta Braves possess every ingredient for a championship run, a fully healthy superstar, a rotation headlined by two genuine aces, and a bullpen that was surgically rebuilt over the winter.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / March 23

Braves' rotation takes another hit with Spencer Strider injury

An already injured starting rotation in Atlanta took another major blow Monday.

Cubs reportedly close to extension with Pete Crow-Armstrong

Cubs to be without OF Seiya Suzuki for beginning of season

Dodgers make a surprising move before Opening Day

Phillies' Zack Wheeler could be back sooner than expected

Why did top prospect Konnor Griffin miss Pirates' Opening Day roster?

Former MVP makes Opening Day roster for Rangers

Didier Fuentes News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 22

Braves Reportedly Shed Light on Plan for Spring Star Didier Fuentes

The Atlanta Braves somewhat unexpectedly decided to add pitching prospect Didier Fuentes to the big league club's bullpen for Opening Day. And now, Atlanta's reported plan for the young right-handed pitcher has revealed how the team intends to deploy the 20-year-old at the start of the season.

Didier Fuentes News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 21

Braves Make Surprising Didier Fuentes Decision for Start of Season

One of the Atlanta Braves' standout performers on the mound in spring training has reportedly earned a spot on the big league team's Opening Day roster.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21

Ken Rosenthal comments on Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar’s future after PED suspension

The Atlanta Braves face difficult decisions following Jurickson Profar’s suspension, which significantly reshapes the club’s roster outlook. The situation gained additional attention after The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal weighed in on the implications of the latest MLB PED violation.