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Matt Olson Providing Braves with Late-Season Power Surge

Matt Olson’s home run drought moves further into the rearview mirror. With the Atlanta Braves’ first baseman’s 25th home run of the season on Sunday, he’s now hit one out of the yard for the sixth time in his last 17 games. Before that, he had two in his last 44.

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Albies Resurgence Working Everywhere in Braves Lineup

Ozzie Albies added another big game to his scorching month of September. In the win over the Astros on Sunday, the Atlanta Braves' second baseman went

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 14

Braves stop brief slide with 8-3 win over Astros

Ozzie Albies drove in three runs to help the Atlanta Braves defeat the visiting Houston Astros 8-3 on Sunday and end their four-game losing streak. The win allowed Atlanta (66-83) to salvage a game in the three-game series.

Jake Fraley News / ESPN / September 14

Braves place Fraley on IL with strained oblique

The Atlanta Braves placed outfielder Jake Fraley on the 10-day injured list with a strained right oblique muscle before Sunday's game against the Houston Astros.

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Robinson Cano News / Sporting News / September 14

Former Yankees All-Star Robinson Cano reaches incredible baseball milestone

Robinson Cano has 4,000 hits in his professional baseball career.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 14

Braves Place Outfielder on IL, Bring Up Infielder

The Atlanta Braves brought back up a position player in the wake of an injury. They announced they have selected infielder Luke Williams to the Major League roster, so he’s back on the active and 40-man roster. In a corresponding move, they announced that outfielder Jake Fraley is heading to the 10-day injured list, backdated to Sept.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 14

Robinson Cano joins exclusive club with 4,000th pro hit

The group welcomed its newest member on Saturday, when Robinson Canó became the 22nd player to reach the milestone.

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Austin Riley News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 13

Expectations for Braves Austin Riley Remain High for Next Season

Austin Riley’s focus has shifted to being ready for action in 2026. The Atlanta Braves’ third baseman’s season came to an early end again after suffering

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Braves get important Reynaldo López injury update

The Atlanta Braves received encouraging news this week as right-hander Reynaldo López continues working toward a full return following shoulder surgery.

Reynaldo Lopez News / SportsTalkATL / September 12

Braves injured All-Star takes massive step in recovery

Every piece of the Braves Opening Day rotation has spent significant time on the IL. Four of them are out for the season, including Reynaldo Lopez, who made just one start before undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his shoulder.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 12

Braves Reynaldo López Feeling Good, Progressing Toward Live BP

Reynaldo López continues his efforts to get as close to in shape as possible ahead of the offseason. As the Atlanta Braves right-hander goes through his bullpen sessions, he said it’s been the first time he’s been entirely pain-free in years.

Daysbel Hernandez News / Field Level Media / September 12

Braves place RHP Daysbel Hernandez (shoulder) on IL

The Atlanta Braves placed right-handed reliever Daysbel Hernandez on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Tuesday, with right shoulder inflammation.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 12

Familiar Faces Among ESPN's 4 Potential New Atlanta Braves Managers

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker is debating retirement for the first time in his career. At 70 years old and in the final games of his current contract, he’ll have to decide soon if his “unfinished business” will keep him around or if he decides it’s time. Sticking around is far from off the table.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 12

Braves Place Key Reliever Back on Injured List

The Atlanta Braves once again have placed right-hander Daysbel Hernández on the 15-day injured list. He reportedly has right shoulder inflammation, and his time on the injured list is backdated to Tuesday, Sept.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 12

Braves add yet another pitcher to the IL ahead of series with Astros

Ahead of their series with the Houston Astros, the Braves added Daysbel Hernandez to the 15-day IL with right shoulder inflammation. Hunter Stratton has been recalled from Gwinnett to take his place.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 12

Braves Prospect Check-In: New Talent Shows Flashes

Every year, there is a new set of prospects coming into the Atlanta Braves system. Recently drafted players and international prospects all arrive looking

Brian Snitker News / SportsTalkATL / September 11

ESPN names four candidates to replace Brian Snitker

After most of the media projected that Brian Snitker would retire at season’s end, the man himself said he has not yet decided on his future. He still has the fire to continue managing and doesn’t want to go out like this, with his team hobbling to the finish line.

John Brebbia News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11