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Braves Make Awaited Decision on AJ Smith-Shawver, DFA Tyler Kinley

The Atlanta Braves' latest reinforcement for the starting rotation has arrived. The team announced Tuesday morning that they are bringing up AJ Smith-Shawver from Triple-A.

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Braves make surprising roster move, AJ Smith-Shawver recalled

The Braves made what I would call a surprising roster move on Tuesday afternoon, recalling AJ Smith-Shawver and designating Tyler Kinley for assignment.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 18

It’s past time for the Braves to rethink their shortstop situation

After playing some fantastic baseball, the Braves have hit a bit of a skid, dropping three of four and watching their lead in the NL East slip to 6.5 games.

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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?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 18

Big Night From Former Braves Shortstop Intensifies Position Debate

It took one solid night from infielder Jorge Mateo to throw some fuel on the fire of the shortstop debate in Atlanta. Recently released by the Atlanta Braves, he belted a two-run home run in a back-and-forth Rays win over the Orioles on Monday.

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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.

Martin Perez News / Battery Power / August 18

Braves Offensive Struggles Continue, Martin Perez, More

While they looked as if they could come back, the Braves could not overcome a first inning deficit in a 4-2 loss to the Twins on Monday. After the first inning, the Braves pitching staff was able to lock in to give the Braves a chance.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 17

Four-run first dooms Braves in 4-2 loss to Twins

I’d say “stop me if you heard this one before,” but you can’t stop me, because I have a recap to write. The Braves fell behind early, and didn’t hit any homers, losing a close-ish game on the margins to the Twins.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 17

Braves vs Twins Series Opener in Rain Delay

It’s Déjà vu all over again for the Atlanta Braves. The series opener in Minnesota against the Twins has entered a rain delay. At this time, there is currently no new first pitch time.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 17

Braves at Twins rain delay chat and discussion

The long and winding road trip for the Atlanta Braves will be getting off to a bit of a delayed start. Just a few minutes before Atlanta was set to do baseball battle with the Minnesota Twins, inclement weather hit the area surrounding Target Field in Minneapolis and now there’s a rain delay.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 17

Braves at Twins chat and discussion: Martin Perez vs. Bailey Ober

This is a very generically solid lineup for Martin Perez to deal with. No one below .310 xwOBA-wise until the seventh spot. Sign up for a user account and get: Fewer ads Create community posts Comment on articles, community posts Rec comments, community posts New, improved notifications system!

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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.

Austin Riley News / The Lead / August 17

Injuries Ruined Austin Riley’s Rise to Superstardom

Baseball is a game of ups and downs. Things were trending up for Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley, who signed the largest contract in Braves history on Aug.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 17

Atlanta Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Announcement

The Atlanta Braves enter their series against the Minnesota Twins looking to build momentum after closing out a set with the Arizona Diamondbacks on a positive note.

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Mauricio Dubon News / Battery Power / August 17

Mauricio Dubon returns to lineup in left field, five-hole

What can you really say about the Braves’ lineup at this point… or ever? Mauricio Dubon is back in left field tonight, and hitting fifth. Dubon had a really fun time in June while the rest of the team was imploding offensively, with a .378 wOBA and .368 xwOBA.

Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 17

Braves' 2025 Draft Pick Delivers 5-Homer, 16-RBI Weekend at High-A

The Atlanta Braves' High-A affiliate erupted to score 33 runs over the last two days. And at the center of the Rome Emperors' ridiculous offensive explosion was Atlanta prospect Dixon Williams.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 17

Braves flee heat by heading to Minnesota, but hope to stay frosty

I’m writing this from Kiawah Island, SC, where the heat index is an absurd triple-digit number like 113 or something. The Braves finished up a heat dome-esque

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 17

Several Braves prospects are scorching hot on the farm

It’s been a real fun year for a Braves farm system that’s seen incredible improvement, particularly at the lower levels where they’d really lacked quality depth for several seasons as most of their top guys graduated and became key pieces of the major-league club.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 17

The Week Ahead for Atlanta: The most grueling road trip of the season

Seven days. Four ballparks. Three Teams. Two full series. One long week of travel. That is what awaits the Atlanta Braves this week as they get set to embark on a road trip that’ll see them getting well acquainted with putting their phones in airplane mode.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 17

Braves biweekly: Dwelling in the dog days of August

Past summaries: So far, so good through mid-April Even better in late April May-be they’re just really good Late May just good, rather than absurdly awesome

John Gil News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 17

Braves Prospect Update: Williams' Monster Weekend, Gil Heating Up in AA

Down on the farm, the Atlanta Braves' top prospects continue to show what they've got. Two players in particular have stood out as a of late. One was because of one of the most unreal weekends in recent memory.

Bryce Elder News / SportsTalkATL / August 17

Walt Weiss: Bryce Elder has been battling through a knee injury

Bryce Elder turned in a gem Sunday afternoon as the Braves avoided getting swept by the Arizona Diamondbacks, going six innings while allowing one run with five strikeouts.

Matt Olson News / Field Level Media / August 17

Braves' Matt Olson eager to continue power display vs. Twins

Matt Olson continues to impress, even if his manager sometimes struggles to find the right words to describe his achievements. "He's just a special player doing special things," Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said.

Atlanta Braves 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.

Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates

Cardinals' Joshua Baez makes impressive history in MLB debut

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 16

Braves Designate Danny Young For Assignment, Select Ray Kerr

The Braves are selecting left-hander Ray Kerr to the 40-man roster, according to Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. In a corresponding move, fellow southpaw Danny Young is being designated for assignment.

Robert Suarez News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Braves Receive Injury Update on Key Reliever

The Atlanta Braves were getting all they could hope for out of setup man Robert Suarez to begin 2026. After signing a three-year, $45 million contract in December, the 35-year-old dazzled to a 0.56 ERA and 0.84 WHIP through 31 appearances.

Didier Fuentes News / Just Baseball / August 14

Didier Fuentes Has Become One of Atlanta’s Most Valuable Arms

During their tumultuous 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves did something you rarely see. Just three days after his 20th birthday, Didier Fuentes stepped onto a big league mound.

Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Braves Facing Season-Ending Decision After Spencer Strider News

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said Monday that right-handers Spencer Strider and Hurston Waldrep will begin throwing programs this week, but stopped short of guaranteeing either pitcher will take a big league mound again in 2026, according to Barrett Sallee of 680 The Fan.

Chris Sale News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9

Chris Sale got ejected before a game he was not pitching in

Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale achieved the rare feat of being ejected before the start of a game on Sunday. Not only that, but it was a game he was not even pitching in.