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Braves Suddenly Dump Pitcher Hours Before MLB Playoffs

The Atlanta Braves designated right-hander Ricky Vanasco for assignment on Tuesday, a late roster cut as the club locked in its 26-man group for the National League Wild Card round, via the MLB transaction log.

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Braves announce Game 1 lineup for matchup with Phillies

Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series starts in under three hours, and the Braves have announced their lineup, shuffling things up quite a bit.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 29

Mauricio Dubon hits cleanup, Mike Yastrzemski in at DH in NLWC Game 1

The Braves are going with a lineup that’s simultaneously surprising and not-so-surprising in Game 1 of their three-game playoff set against the Phillies: The top half of the lineup isn’t that surprising.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 29

Braves switch up the roster ahead of Wild Card Series versus Phillies

The Braves Wild Card Series roster dropped on Tuesday morning, and there are a couple of very notable changes, as the club is opting to carry just 11 pitchers into the three-game set.

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Walt Weiss confirmed Bryce Elder, Lane Thomas and Martin Perez are all unavailable for the wild card series, with no timelines given for any of the three

The Atlanta Braves will begin their postseason run without three players who had been dealing with injuries late in the regular season. Manager Walt Weiss confirmed that Bryce Elder, Lane Thomas and Martín Pérez are all unavailable for the National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 29

Here’s why the Atlanta Braves can win the World Series

The Atlanta Braves begin their quest for the World Series on Tuesday afternoon at Truist Park. Is this a perfect team? Of course not. We know of their frequent struggles to score runs, their lack of healthy starting pitchers for a large portion of the season, and, at times, the heavy usage on the bullpen.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 29

Braves Prioritize Offense, Speed for National League Wild Card Series

The Atlanta Braves have finalized their roster for the National League Wild Card Series. A notable decision was their choice to favor having a deeper bench and some speed.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Braves To Select Rowdy Tellez, Luke Williams

The Braves announced their roster for the 2026 NL Wild Card round of postseason play this morning, and it included a pair of non-roster infielders: Rowdy Tellez and Luke Williams.

MLB News / Battery Power / September 29

Chris Sale — who else? — leads Braves in Game 1 against the Phillies

It’s come down to this, once again. For the third time in five seasons, the Braves’ first playoff opponent will be a Phillies team that they beat up on in the regular season and distanced themselves from in the standings.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 29

Are you actually going to be able to watch the Braves in the Wild Card series?

Somehow, I’m doing game coverage for one of the two guaranteed playoff games the Braves have this year, so a quick one here because, well, I need to get the preview up for like an hour after this goes up… because the Braves’ postseason game is scheduled for 2:00 pm ET.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Battery Power / September 29

Game 1 Vs Phillies, All-MLB team nominations, more

Playoff baseball is finally here. Chris Sale will man the mound for the Braves while Jesus Luzardo will start for the Phillies. Sale is ready for the moment, but many in Braves country know it is going to be just as important that the offense is ready to go as well.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 28

3 bold predictions for Phillies-Braves NL Wild Card Series

The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies meet again in the postseason, but this time, their season could end after only two games. The Braves (94-68) host the best-of-three NL Wild Card Series beginning Tuesday at Truist Park.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 28

This overlooked player will make or break Braves’ chances vs. Phillies in NL Wild Card round

The Atlanta Braves won the NL East and took nine of 13 games from the Philadelphia Phillies. Neither accomplishment guarantees another victory when their best-of-three NL Wild Card Series begins Tuesday at Truist Park.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 28

Latest updates on several injured Atlanta Braves

The Braves suffered a number of critical injuries down the stretch — two to the rotation and one to the outfield. Bryce Elder hit the Injured List at the beginning of the month with a knee injury — one that required a minor surgery.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 28

You again? Rival Braves, Phillies ready to add to their playoff history

ATLANTA -- The Braves dominated division rival Philadelphia this season, winning nine of 13 games in the series and snapping the Phillies' two-year streak as National League East champions.

MLB News / EasySportz / September 28

Braves vs. Phillies Playoff Preview: NL East Rivals Meet Again in October!

The Atlanta Braves are headed back to the postseason, and they will open October against a familiar rival. The Braves will host the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Wild Card Series beginning Tuesday, Sept.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / September 28

Phillies name Game 1 starter for Wild Card series versus Braves

There were some questions about who might start Game 1 for the Phillies, but those have been answered in a big way. It will be All-Star Jesus Luzardo, manager Don Mattingly told reporters on Monday.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 28

Who faces more pressure entering the playoffs: Braves or Phillies?

Many people around the baseball world have pegged the Atlanta Braves as playoff chokers. This is an organization that’s won 23 division titles dating back to 1991.

MLB News / Just Baseball / September 28

Phillies vs. Braves: Wild Card Series Preview

That time of year has finally arrived. The days are getting cooler, the leaves are starting to fall, pumpkins are appearing on front porches, and playoff baseball is about to begin.

Tyler Mahle News / Just Baseball / September 28

The ‘Most Impactful Trade Deadline Acquisition’ Award Goes to Tyler Mahle

The Atlanta Braves clinched the NL East with one week to spare in the regular season. On the surface, this was not that noteworthy. Atlanta has won seven of the last 10 division titles and has been among the league’s best teams during that span.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28

Phillies vs. Braves: Breaking down the 2026 season series

The familiar NL East foes will clash to open the playoffs.

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JR Ritchie News / Field Level Media / September 27

Braves turn to JR Ritchie in season finale vs. Marlins

The regular season comes to an end on Sunday for the Braves and Marlins in Miami, with National League East champion Atlanta headed for a wild-card series showdown with an opponent still to be determined.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 24

Braves losing key left-hander ahead of postseason play

Martin Perez had figured to start Game 3 of Atlanta's likely National League wild-card series, but that is now not a possibility after an announcement on Thursday.

Robert Suarez could be an X factor for Braves headed into postseason

Braves get big pitching boost right before MLB postseason

How does the Martin Perez injury affect the Braves playoff rotation?

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