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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 12
MLB.com has an intriguing extension candidate for the Braves
I recently did a piece on extension candidates for the Braves, highlighting two names that should be at the forefront of Alex Anthopoulos’ mind — veteran ace Chris Sale and 2023 NL MVP Ronald Acuña Jr.
Spencer Strider News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 12
Spencer Strider Managing Expectations as He, Braves Aim for Bounce Back
Few may have embodied the 2025 Atlanta Braves season more than Spencer Strider. He spent time recovering from an injury. There were some solid highs. There were some low lows.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 12
Braves miss out on yet another starting pitcher
Of the remaining starting pitchers on the free agent market, the one most often connected to the Braves was Chris Bassitt. With the recent news surrounding Spencer Schwellenbach and the uncertainty about whether he will pitch at all this year, it felt like a move that made a lot of sense in all aspects.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 12
Starting Pitching Options Dwindling for Braves, Now What?
Let me know if you've heard this claim before: The Atlanta Braves need a starting pitcher. It's not a bold statement. We know it. They know it. Yet, they have yet to make that last needed move happen.
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.
Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / February 11
Three Storylines to Watch After Spencer Schwellenbach’s 60-Day IL Placement
The Atlanta Braves entered the 2026 Spring Training with the familiar, nagging hope that their pitching depth would remain intact, a dream that was shattered on February 10th.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 11
Acuña Practicing Freely, Looking Healthy Early in Braves Spring Training
With the Atlanta Braves gearing up for the upcoming season, few are as ready to go as Ronald Acuña Jr. He's turned the page from the Super Bowl halftime show and has reported to the team in North Port.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11
Ronald Acuna Jr.’s 3-word message will excite Braves fans for 2026 season
Earlier this week, the Atlanta Braves got some upsetting news that starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach would miss the opening chunk of the 2026 season due to an injury.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11
Braves rumors: Atlanta urged to sign Chris Bassitt after Spencer Schwellenbach’s injury
The Atlanta Braves had a disappointing year last season that was filled with mostly injuries they probably didn’t see coming. Before this season even gets started, they’re already dealing with a major injury, as Spencer Schwellenbach is set to miss some time.
Alex Anthopoulos News / SportsTalkATL / February 11
Alex Anthopoulos’ blind spot continues to plague Braves
Just one day into Spring Training, and the Braves have already announced a significant injury to their starting rotation. Spencer Schwellenbach is dealing with elbow inflammation and will begin the season on the 60-day IL.
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.
Grant Holmes News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 11
Holmes Brings Hopeful Update for Braves, Further Doubts Surround Jiménez
One recovering pitcher continues to be promising for the 2026 season. Another's future grows bleaker. Atlanta Braves starter Grant Holmes had positive news the day after his side session (bullpen) on Tuesday.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 11
Spencer Schwellenbach discusses injury, acknowledges potential surgery
The start of Spring Training is supposed to feel like Christmas for Braves Country. Instead, a gloomy cloud has settled over North Port, Florida, as the club announced that Spencer Schwellenbach will begin the season on the 60-day IL due to elbow inflammation.
Robert Suarez News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 11
Latest Robert Suarez Update Allows One Sigh of Relief for Braves
The Atlanta Braves had everything but the kitchen sink thrown at them yesterday. However, they dodge at least one issue in the long run. According to multiple reports, Robert Suarez has made it to North Port for spring training.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 11
Former Braves star Kyle Wright finds a new home
In a bit of good news involving an old friend after a whirlwind of a Tuesday, former Braves farmhand and 20-game winner Kyle Wright found a new home, inking a minor-league deal with the Chicago Cubs that includes an invite to Spring Training.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 11
Braves make trade, add two key pieces to the 60-day IL
At this rate, the Braves will have an All-Star team on the 60-day IL before Opening Day, which is about par for the course for the organization since the start of the 2024 season.
Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 11
Braves' Matt Olson Receives Major Stat Projection For 2026
The Atlanta Braves are back in action down in North Port, with pitchers and catchers officially reporting to spring training on Tuesday. Regardless, the
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 11
Three Starting Pitchers the Braves Need More Than Ever
As the Atlanta Braves are stuck dealing with a major setback from one of their key rotation arms, Spencer Schwellenbach. We knew they would need more than five arms in a season.
Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / February 11
MLB Analyst Links $63 Million Pitcher To The Atlanta Braves Amid Spencer Schwellenbach Injury
The Atlanta Braves had a disastrous 2025 campaign, with injuries wreaking havoc on their team, and especially the starting rotation. Spencer Schwellenbach missed the last three months of the season with a fractured right elbow.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 10
Braves make intriguing trade for infielder with AL East club
The Atlanta Braves made an early Spring Training trade Tuesday night, addressing a developing infield need with a low-risk move designed to boost depth and maintain roster flexibility.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 10
Braves Place Another Pitcher on Injured List, Bring Back Infielder
The Atlanta Braves aren't done with their injury updates for day one of spring training workouts. The team announced they placed relief pitcher Joe Jiménez on the 60-day injured list due to left articular cartilage injury.
Dylan Lee News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Dylan Lee Wins Arbitration Hearing Over Braves
Lefty reliever Dylan Lee has won his arbitration hearing over the Braves, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. He’ll earn the $2.2MM salary sought by his representatives at PSI Sports Management as opposed to the team’s $2MM filing figure.
Spencer Schwellenbach News / Yardbarker / February 10
Braves rotation takes early hit with concerning Spencer Schwellenbach update
The Atlanta Braves rotation has taken a hit before spring training officially started.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Why Pirates were right to sign Marcell Ozuna instead of Andrew McCutchen
The Pirates, for once, acted in the best interest of the franchise.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Marcell Ozuna's MLB Free Agency Decision is Good News for Sean Murphy
In his seventh big‑league season, Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy had his most disappointing year with the organization. Murphy arrived in Atlanta during the 2022 offseason in a blockbuster three‑team deal with the Athletics, expected to become the Braves’ long‑term answer behind the plate.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
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).
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