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Spencer Strider News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 23

Spencer Strider Injury Exposes Braves’ Biggest Offseason Mistake

NORTH PORT – The Atlanta Braves played with fire all offseason with their pitching rotation. If losing Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep to various

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / March 23

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

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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

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Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 23

Atlanta Braves pitching staff receives more terrible news

The Atlanta Braves seem to can’t catch a break. Unfortunately for the Braves, right-hander Spencer Strider will begin the season on the injured list. According to MLB.com’s Mark Bowman, Strider has an oblique strain and is the latest injury to the Braves’ pitching staff.

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.

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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.

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Spencer Strider News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Braves to place Spencer Strider on injured list

Braves righty Spencer Strider is going to start the season on the injured list due to an oblique strain, manager Walt Weiss announced to the team’s beat this morning (via Mark Bowman of MLB.com).

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.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 22

Braves Prospect's Power Surge Highlights Spring Breakout Win Over Yankees

The Atlanta Braves prospects put on a showcase of what they could do in the future, up in Tampa against the Yankees' prospects on Saturday. They put up eight runs on eight hits to win 8-3 as part of the latest edition of the Spring Breakout prospect game.

Kyle Nelson News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Braves Release Kyle Nelson

The Braves have released left-hander Kyle Nelson, according to the transactions log at MLB.com. He had been with the organization on a non-roster deal.

Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21

Braves ace Chris Sale dominates Red Sox, has hitters taking ‘feeble swings’

The Atlanta Braves continue to receive elite production from their ace, as Chris Sale delivered another electric performance vs. the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Atlanta Braves Prospect’s Dominant Spring Propels to Roster

After an outstanding spring, Atlanta Braves prospect Didier Fuentes has made the Opening Day roster. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the 20-year-old right-hander will be a part of the bullpen and not the starting rotation.

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.

Atlanta Braves News / Total Pro Sports / March 21