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Matt Olson's 3-run HR boosts Braves, denies D-backs sweep

Matt Olson's tiebreaking three-run homer in the seventh inning was the difference as the Atlanta Braves defeated the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks 5-3 on Sunday to salvage the finale of their three-game series.

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Atlanta Braves Cut Ties With Enigmatic Strikeout Artist

The Atlanta Braves designated left-handed reliever Danny Young for assignment on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in a corresponding move to select fellow southpaw Ray Kerr from Triple-A Gwinnett.

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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?

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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

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / August 16

Atlanta Braves Reportedly Release Former MLB All-Star

The Atlanta Braves are set to wrap up their three-game set against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday at Truist Park, still searching for their first win of the series after dropping the opening two contests.

Grant Holmes News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Walt Weiss Reveals Grant Holmes Plan After Disastrous Start

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss confirmed Grant Holmes will remain in the starting rotation after the right-hander struggled against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 16

Braves vs. Diamondbacks chat and discussion: Bryce Elder vs. Michael Soroka

The Braves have avoided a three-game losing streak through the first month of the second half of the season. They need a win in Sunday’s home series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks to maintain that run and avoid being swept for the first time since June 22-24 at San Diego.

Mike Yastrzemski News / Battery Power / August 16

Mike Yastrzemski moves up in order for series finale vs. Diamondbacks

Seeking a spark in the lineup after managing just three runs and nine hits in the first two games of their home series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Atlanta Braves are switching a few things up in the batting order for Sunday’s 1:35 p.m.

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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.

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.

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The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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AJ Smith-Shawver News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 16

Return of AJ Smith-Shawver to Braves a Matter of Time

Some clarity on the next step for AJ Smith-Shawver is slowly coming together. Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss told the media on Saturday afternoon that conversations are being had about when the right-hander could come back up. He’s currently not scheduled to pitch this week for Triple-A Gwinnett.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 16

Danny Young, AJ Smith-Shawver, more

Danny Young this season has an ERA over 8, a FIP over 7, and an xFIP over 6. He has at times in his 5 season, 73.0 inning major league career been an acceptable major league reliever and even has acceptable career numbers over that time, but he has simply not given the Braves a compelling reason to keep him on their roster this year.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 15

Braves get pummeled in miserable 10-3 loss to Arizona

After a tough game from the offense on Friday night, the Braves were hoping for another good start from Grant Holmes to help tie the series. Things started very well for Atlanta, as Ronald Acuna did his thing and led the home first off with an absolute bomb to dead center.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 15

Lane Thomas starts in left, Mauricio Dubon mans short against the lefty Rodriguez

The Braves are stacking right-handed bats with a lefty starter on the mound for Arizona. While Ha-Seong Kim is still mysteriously present on the bench without being used for…anything, Dubon does replace Jarvis in the more advantageous platoon situation.

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.

Lane Thomas News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 15

Lane Thomas Embracing New Role Since Joining Atlanta Braves

When Lane Thomas was pulled mid-game out in Colorado on Aug. 1, his role in baseball experienced a shift. He went from being the everyday centerfielder in Kansas City to being a platoon corner outfielder on the Atlanta Braves.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 14

Atlanta Braves Make Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision After Mets Series

The Atlanta Braves continue to hold a firm grip on the National League East, entering the weekend with a 73-48 record and a nine-game cushion over the rest of the division.

Ken Rosenthal News / SportsTalkATL / August 14

Jacob deGrom may have done the Braves a huge favor

Ken Rosenthal was all over the Braves’ interest in Jacob deGrom at the deadline, even going as far as to say a deal was essentially done — all Atlanta needed was deGrom’s approval, since he holds a full no-trade clause.

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.

MLB News / EasySportz / August 13

Braves Take Down Mets to Win Series

The Atlanta Braves came through when it mattered most Wednesday night, defeating the New York Mets 6-3 at Truist Park to win two of three games in the series.

Robert Suarez News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

What’s a timeline look like for Robert Suarez to return?

Walt Weiss provided an encouraging update on All-Star reliever Robert Suarez ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Mets. He’ll begin a throwing program Thursday as he attempts to return from the elbow inflammation that’s kept him out since the middle of June.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

Tyler Mahle is becoming another classic Alex Anthopoulos find

Despite Alex Anthopoulos spouting off about adding a frontline starter, the only arm the Braves brought in was Tyler Mahle, a pending free agent sporting an ERA north of 5.00 who cost about the price of a bag of potato chips.

Tyler Mahle News / Field Level Media / August 12

Tyler Mahle, Braves hold Mets in check to take rubber match

Tyler Mahle pitched six strong innings and was supported by three solo homers as the Atlanta Braves defeated the visiting New York Mets 6-3 on Wednesday.

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.

Jorge Mateo News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10