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Braves Determine Doubleheader Starter in Shuffle of Pitching Staff

The Atlanta Braves made sweeping changes to the pitching staff on Tuesday ahead of their next game against the Nationals. They announced Tuesday morning that they have selected left-hander José Suarez to the major league roster and recalled right-hander Nathan Wiles.

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The Atlanta Braves today play a doubleheader against the Washington Nationals. The first game is at 1:05 PM EST. The second game is scheduled for 6:45 PM EST.

Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 16

Matt Olson Lone Braves Player Predicted to Win Gold Glove

In the midst of his recent performance at the plate, Matt Olson is predicted to be rewarded for his defensive efforts. MLB.com projected the Atlanta Braves’

Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / September 16

Braves' Chris Sale chases first win over Nationals in DH

An intriguing pitching matchup highlights a late-season day-night doubleheader between the visiting Atlanta Braves and the Washington Nationals on Tuesday.

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Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 15

Matt Olson, Braves back Spencer Strider, pound Nats

Matt Olson had four hits including a three-run homer, Spencer Strider allowed one run over seven innings and the visiting Atlanta Braves beat the Washington Nationals 11-3 on Monday night.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 15

Spencer Strider Selected as Braves Nominee for Roberto Clemente Award

Spencer Strider has been selected as the Atlanta Braves nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award. He earned the nomination for the honor because of

Brian Snitker News / Sporting News / September 15

Braves predicted to replace Brian Snitker with Hall of Famer, World Series Champion, former NL MVP

The Atlanta Braves are likely to part ways with Brian Snitker and if they choose to do so, they could go with an in house name.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 15

Sandy Léon Delivering for Braves on and off the Field

The Atlanta Braves called upon Sandy Léon to help cover catching duties with Sean Murphy out for the remainder of the season. Entering Sunday, the former World Series champion had played in just two MLB games since June 2023, and he came in as a late-game substitute.

Matt Olson News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 15

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.

Ozzie Albies News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 14

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.

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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Atlanta Braves News / A to Z Sports / September 14

The Atlanta Braves added insult to injury for Tennessee fans after the Vols' overtime loss to Georgia

Tennessee Vols fans who are also Atlanta Braves fans got a rude surprise on Saturday evening. During the Braves' game against the Houston Astros at Truist Park on Saturday, the stadium announced the final score of Tennessee vs Georgia game -- which received loud cheers from the crowd in Atlanta.

Sean Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 13

Braves Murphy Underwent Successful Surgery, Bummer Return in Doubt

Sean Murphy is now on the other side of his surgery and is in recovery mode. According to Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker, they'll see how his recovery goes over the next four to five months, and they'll evaluate from there.

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.

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.