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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 18
ESPN’s latest mock draft has the Braves taking Georgia Tech star
The Atlanta Braves have loads of intriguing prospects enjoying standout starts to the 2026 campaign. It’s the most encouraging the farm system has looked in years, and they also own the 9th and 26th picks in the upcoming MLB Draft thanks to last season’s struggles and Drake Baldwin winning Rookie of the Year.
Atlanta Braves News / HITC / May 18
The Braves won two straight series, and one overlooked issue is the only thing holding them back
The Atlanta Braves capped off a strong week with series wins over the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox, but there is still one short-term concern worth watching.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Total Pro Sports / May 18
Braves vs. Marlins Injury Update: Is Ronald Acuna Jr. Playing Monday?
The Atlanta Braves are having an excellent 2026 campaign, holding the best record in the MLB for over a month. However, Ronald Acuna Jr. has surprisingly played a very subdued role in their success this year.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Austin Riley News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 18
Return to Form May Have Finally Arrived for Braves Austin Riley
Austin Riley helped set the stage for another Atlanta Braves win. He went 2-for-4 with two extra-base hits, including a three-run home run in the bottom of the first inning against the Boston Red Sox. With the win on Sunday, the Braves took yet another series.
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.
MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 18
Preview, Probable Starters for Braves vs Marlins Series
The Atlanta Braves are back on the road and set to face the Marlins down in Miami. They're coming off of taking their series against the Boston Red Sox over the weekend.
John Brebbia News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17
Twins’ John Brebbia Expected To Trigger Opt-Out Clause
Right-hander John Brebbia is exercising the opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Twins, reports Darren Wolfson of KSTP. Minnesota has until Wednesday to add Brebbia to the big-league club.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 17
The unorthodox reason Ronald Acuna Jr. likely won’t play for Braves in Marlins series
The Atlanta Braves have a huge task in front of them, and they have played first third of the season like they are strong enough to unseat the Los Angeles Dodgers as the best team in baseball.
Spencer Schwellenbach News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 17
Braves SP Spencer Schwellenbach Taking Major Step Forward in Recovery
Spencer Schwellenbach has taken his latest step toward his return to the Atlanta Braves rotation. It’s a small step. He’s a long way away still. But he’s resumed throwing. He was seen throwing on Sunday morning ahead of the series finale against the Red Sox.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 17
Braves turn fast start into 8-1 victory over Red Sox
Austin Riley and Mike Yastrzemski each hit home runs to lead the Atlanta Braves to an 8-1 victory over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Sunday afternoon.
Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / May 17
Braves' Michael Harris Announces Personal News Amid MLB Season
Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II has enjoyed a resurgent 2026 season. The 25-year-old has posted a .308 batting average, .333 on-base percentage, .844 OPS, eight home runs and 24 RBIs across his first 42 games.
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 / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 17
In Defense of the Braves Leaving Bryce Elder in to Pitch Eighth Inning
The Atlanta Braves took a tough loss on Saturday night at the hands of the Boston Red Sox. They watched a late 2-1 lead wiped away by a go-ahead two-run home run by first baseman Willson Contreras. Braves starting pitcher Bryce Elder was left in to complete eight innings despite the double and home run that unfolded.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 17
Braves Ink Veteran Starting Pitcher to Minor League Contract
The Atlanta Braves made the move to add another left-hander to the system. They have signed Austin Gomber to a minor league contract, and he has been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett, per his transaction page.
Austin Gomber News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
Braves Sign Austin Gomber To Minor League Deal
The Braves have signed left-hander Austin Gomber to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News previously reported that the Rangers released Gomber from their own minor league pact.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 16
Bringing Back Sandy León Proving Fruitful Early on for Braves
The Atlanta Braves managed to get Drake Baldwin and Sean Murphy back together, but it was short-lived. After just four games, Murphy suffered another long-term injury.
Bryce Elder News / Field Level Media / May 16
Bryce Elder, Braves bid to continue torrid pace vs. Red Sox
After claiming a series-opening win in walk-off fashion, the Atlanta Braves look to continue their majors-best pace when they host the middle of three interleague games against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night.
Didier Fuentes News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 16
Didier Fuentes Flourishing as Big League Arm in Braves Bullpen
Didier Fuentes gave the Atlanta Braves another clutch inning out of the bullpen on Friday night, helping set up the walk-off win in extras. He pitched a scoreless inning and picked up a strikeout, working around the automatic runner on second base and a hit batter to keep the Red Sox off the board.
Mike Yastrzemski News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 16
Mike Yastrzemski Has Dream Moment in Braves Walk-Off Win Over Red Sox
When he’s dialed in, Mike is nearly unstoppable. He delivered for the Atlanta Braves yet again on Friday night to secure a walk-off win against the Boston
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 15
Red Sox force extras, but Braves win on Mike Yastrzemski's hit
Mike Yastrzemski's leadoff double in the bottom of the 10th inning propelled the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 win over the visiting Boston Red Sox in the opener of a three-game series on Friday night.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / May 15
Walt Weiss Announces Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision After 10 Missed Braves Games
The Atlanta Braves have emerged as a top World Series contender throughout the early portion of the 2026 MLB season. Entering Friday with the best record in baseball at 30-14, Atlanta has been able to maintain consistent offensive production despite playing much of the season without superstar outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr.
Bryce Elder News / The Lead / May 15
Bryce Elder Has Revived His Career Alongside League-Leading Braves
As of May 15, the Atlanta Braves have the best record in Major League Baseball. While Atlanta has gotten incredible results from the likes of Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Drake Baldwin and Michael Harris II, the resurgence of a certain pitcher has catapulted the Braves back to the top of the National League.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 14
Walt Weiss speaks on perhaps the Braves most underrated offseason signing
The Atlanta Braves offseason additions — outside of Mike Yastrzemski to this point — have all been essential to the club’s 30-13 start. Robert Suarez is on track to make his third consecutive All-Star Game while setting up for Raisel Iglesias.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Braves become MLB's first team to reach early-season milestone
Wednesday was a monumental day for MLB's top early-season team. The Atlanta Braves clinched their series with the Chicago Cubs, winning the second game of the three-game set 4-1.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 13
Braves injury updates on Hurston Waldrep, Eli White
The Braves injury updates keep on rolling in, this time surrounding Hurston Waldrep and Eli White. Waldrep has begun his throwing program. He’s feeling good with no setbacks, but the Braves haven’t set a date for him to return.
Sean Murphy News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 12
Braves place Sean Murphy on injured list
The Braves announced that catcher Sean Murphy has been placed on the 10-day injured list.
Bryce Elder News / Yardbarker / May 11
Bryce Elder re-establishing dominance with Braves amid 2025 struggles
Elder has made a 365-degree turnaround from being a bust to a high-floor starter.
Bobby Cox News / Yardbarker / May 9
Longtime Braves manager Bobby Cox dies days after former team owner Ted Turner
The Atlanta Braves lost a second franchise legend this week on Saturday. Three days after former owner Ted Turner died at 87, longtime manager Bobby Cox, enshrined in Cooperstown at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014, died at 84, the team announced in a statement released to social media.
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