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Braves Roster Moves: Didier Fuentes makes his return

Following last night’s loss to the Nationals, I wrote about Didier Fuentes potentially making his return to — at the very least — serve in a long relief role if either Martin Perez or Chris Sale weren’t able to work deep into the game.

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Braves Recall Didier Fuentes, Designate Ian Hamilton For Assignment

The Braves announced Wednesday morning that they’ve recalled right-hander Didier Fuentes from Triple-A Gwinnett. Fellow righty Ian Hamilton was designated for assignment to open a spot on the active roster.

Didier Fuentes News / SportsTalkATL / April 22

A return to the majors could be imminent for Didier Fuentes

There’s a lot brewing on the pitching front down on the Braves farm, and it’s starting to feel like it could impact the big-league club any day now. Spencer Strider just made his second rehab start and looked every bit like himself again.

Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / April 22

Flashes of the old Spencer Strider on display for Gwinnett

The Atlanta Braves didn’t have much to celebrate on Tuesday at the major-league level, with the Washington Nationals snapping their six-game win streak.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / April 21

Braves put closer Raisel Iglesias on IL, Robert Suarez to close

The Atlanta Braves placed closer Raisel Iglesias on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with discomfort in his right (throwing) shoulder. Iglesias has said he's felt the discomfort since sleeping on his shoulder wrong Friday night.

Raisel Iglesias News / SportsTalkATL / April 21

Braves get promising news on Raisel Iglesias injury

The latest member of the Atlanta Braves to hit the IL is closer Raisel Iglesias, who is dealing with shoulder inflammation that surfaced over the weekend.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 21

Braves add another key piece to the IL

Despite the hot start, injuries remain a grave concern for theBraves. They still have three key starting arms on the IL, along with Sean Murphy and Ha-Seong Kim, and the latest addition might be even more critical, as Raisel Iglesias is heading to the 15-day IL with what the Braves are calling shoulder inflammation.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Atlanta Braves News / EasySportz / April 21

Ronald Acuña Jr. Incident Raises Serious Concerns

The Atlanta Braves may be one of the hottest teams in baseball right now—but suddenly, none of that feels like the story. All attention has shifted to Ronald Acuña Jr.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update after scare brings loud sigh of relief

The Atlanta Braves and their fans were deeply concerned after star Ronald Acuna Jr. was hit by a pitch in a recent game. Braves fans can breathe a sigh of relief, as it appears the outfielder is doing just fine.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 21

Could this be the Braves biggest offseason addition?

The Braves didn’t exactly have the kind of blockbuster offseason many expected after missing the postseason for the first time since 2017. Their biggest

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 21

Bizarre injury sidelines Braves closer Raisel Iglesias

The Atlanta Braves' bullpen took a hit Tuesday when the team placed right-hander Raisel Iglesias on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.

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Raisel Iglesias News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Braves Place Raisel Iglesias On Injured List

The Braves placed closer Raisel Iglesias on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation this morning, per a team announcement. Lefty Dylan Dodd was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to take Iglesias’ spot on the active roster.

Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / April 21

Atlanta’s Unexpected Depth Has Fueled Their Hot Start

On the morning of April 20, 2025, the Atlanta Braves sat at 5-13. Reynaldo López was lost to injury, Jurickson Profar was suspended, and the team was still waiting on the returns of Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr.

Bryce Elder News / SportsTalkATL / April 21

Bryce Elder leads Braves to sixth straight win

Bryce Elder took the mound Monday night for the Braves carrying a ridiculous 0.77 ERA through his first four starts, and while this wasn’t his sharpest outing, it might’ve been the most telling of just how much he’s grown.

Matt Olson News / Field Level Media / April 21

Nationals have hands full with Matt Olson, Braves: 'They're really good'

Matt Olson will look to continue his success at Nationals Park when the Atlanta Braves visit the Washington Nationals for the second game of their four-game series Tuesday night.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 21

Braves Pull Away With Big Inning to Extend Winning Streak to Six

The Atlanta Braves picked up another series opening, beating the Washington Nationals, 9-4. What began as a back-and-forth game, they put up five runs in the sixth inning and two more in the ninth inning for good measure to put the game away.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Total Pro Sports / April 21

What Happened To Ronald Acuna Jr.? Latest Injury Update

The Atlanta Braves are having a great start to the season, holding the second-best record in the league. They are just half a game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / April 20

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. (hand) day-to-day after HBP

Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was hit by two pitches Monday night, and the second one prompted him to leave the game against the host Washington Nationals.

Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Braves Announce Michael Harris II Move Before Nationals Game

The Atlanta Braves are rewarding a hot bat and trying to shake a cold one ahead of Monday’s series opener against the Washington Nationals. Manager Walt Weiss moved Michael Harris II up to sixth in the lineup while sliding Mike Yastrzemski down to ninth as the veteran left fielder looks to find his footing at the plate.

Michael Harris News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 20