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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 7
MLB insiders name top starting pitchers that could be traded at the trade deadline
Prior to Opening Day, the Atlanta Braves rotation was the biggest storyline surrounding the club… and for all the wrong reasons. Atlanta saw not one, not two, but three of its most important arms go down with significant injuries during Spring Training.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 7
That Time Ted Turner (Briefly) Considered Changing the Braves Name
The Atlanta Braves mourn the loss of their former owner, Ted Turner, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 87. Upon his death, many started to look back at the stories that helped shape his legacy.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 7
Three under the radar Braves prospects to watch closely
Not only are the Atlanta Braves off to one of the best starts in franchise history, but there are also some incredibly encouraging developments on the farm — and not just from highly drafted players or prospects that already carried top-100 hype.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 7
Martín Pérez Proving to Be a Steal of a Signing for Braves Early On
The Atlanta Braves got another solid day out of veteran starting pitcher Martín Pérez. He delivered 5 2/3 innings of two-run ball during Wednesday’s 3-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners. Overall, on the season, he has a 2.38 ERA, a 1.00 WHIP, a 171 ERA+ and hitters are batting .193 against him.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 6
Braves See Season-Long Streak Meet Its End
The Atlanta Braves dropped the series finale to the Seattle Mariners, 3-1, Wednesday afternoon. The loss hands them their first series loss of the season.
Michael Harris News / SportsTalkATL / May 6
A positive sign on the Michael Harris II injury front
When the Atlanta Braves called up infield prospect Jim Jarvis and designated José Azócar for assignment, it felt like a potential indication that Michael Harris II’s quad injury had finally started trending in the right direction.
Atlanta Braves News / Inside The Diamonds / May 6
Atlanta Braves Roster Moves 05/06/2026
The Atlanta Braves wrap up their three-game series with the Seattle Mariners tonight. They dropped the first game 5-4 after Seattle scored five runs in the sixth inning, after Atlanta scored three in the top half of the inning.
Atlanta Braves News / New Baseball Media / May 6
2026 Transactions: Braves Promote Jarvis, Rockies Bring in Ramirez
Atlanta made an addition to their 40-man roster on May 6, as middle infielder Jim Jarvis was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett. The former Tigers prospect gets the call for the first time in what’s been a career Minor League season for the 25-year-old infielder.
MLB News / SportsTalkATL / May 6
Braves call up intriguing infield prospect Jim Jarvis
The Braves made an intriguing roster move ahead of Wednesday’s series finale, calling up infield prospect Jim Jarvis. In a corresponding move, outfielder Jose Azocar has been designated for assignment.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6
Braves Select Jim Jarvis, Designate Jose Azocar
The Braves announced they’ve selected the contract of infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett. He’ll head to the majors for the first call-up of his career.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / May 6
Ted Turner, former owner of Braves and TV mogul, dies at 87
Ted Turner, the former owner of the Atlanta Braves who signed baseball's first free agent, has died at 87. Turner Enterprises, in a news release, confirmed Turner died Wednesday surrounded by family and friends.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 6
Former Braves Owner, Media Pioneer Ted Turner Dies at 87
Former Atlanta Braves owner and pioneer in the television media landscape, Ted Turner, died on Wednesday at 87 years old. CNN, a news channel that he founded, announced his death.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 6
Minor-league relievers that could make an impact this year
The Atlanta Braves are still sorting out exactly what they want their pitching staff to look like, and as more guys return to health, some difficult decisions are going to have to be made.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 6
Which Braves unsung hero is your favorite?
The Braves have been led by their stars through the first six weeks of the season. Matt Olson would probably take home NL MVP honors if the season ended today, leading all of baseball in WAR.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 6
Feels like 2023 again: Bryce Elder, Matt Olson power Braves to another win
Through the first month-and-a-half, the similarities to 2023 are impossible to ignore. The Atlanta Braves offense is the best in baseball, random guys are suddenly turning into stars, and the club owns the best record in the league while already threatening to run away with the NL East before the calendar even flips to June.
Matt Olson News / Field Level Media / May 6
Red-hot Matt Olson, MLB-best Braves eye series win vs. M's
Matt Olson and the Atlanta Braves are on some kind of roll. And they're showing no signs of slowing down. Olson led off the ninth inning with a home run off Seattle closer Andres Munoz on Tuesday night, breaking a tie and giving the MLB-leading Braves a 3-2 come-from-behind road victory.
Raisel Iglesias News / Field Level Media / May 5
Braves activate closer Raisel Iglesias from injured list
The Atlanta Braves activated right-hander Raisel Iglesias from the injured list Tuesday and designated right-hander Carlos Carrasco for assignment. Iglesias, 36, last pitched on April 19 and has been out with right shoulder inflammation.
Matt Olson News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Braves Player Sends Message to Matt Olson After Career Milestone
The Atlanta Braves have started to the season red-hot at 25-11. Much of that surge stems from first basemanMatt Olson, one of the game’s most dangerous bats this year.
Carlos Carrasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Braves Designate Carlos Carrasco For Assignment
The Braves announced Tuesday that veteran righty Carlos Carrasco has been designated for assignment. His spot on the roster goes to closer Raisel Iglesias, who has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list.
Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / May 5
The Atlanta Braves Are the Hottest Team in Baseball
It has been a full 180-degree turn for the Atlanta Braves entering May as opposed to last season. Atlanta currently sits 25-10, leading the National League East by 8.5 games and sporting the best record in the entire MLB.
Michael Harris News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Braves' Walt Weiss Announces Troubling Michael Harris Update After Second Straight Absence From Lineup
The Atlanta Braves outfield may soon be without all three projected Opening Day starters during the month of May. Jurickson Profar is suspended for the entire season.
Chris Sale News / Yardbarker / May 4
Chris Sale's dominance has been overlooked
At 37, the Braves pitcher has illustrated how he's pitching like a young superstar ace and making a comeback following several injuries.
Spencer Strider News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Spencer Strider showed tremendous honesty about his 2026 debut
The Atlanta Braves finally got Spencer Strider back on the mound, but he was far from happy with his performance in his 2026 debut on Sunday. In his first start of the season, Strider pitched for just 3 1/3 innings and allowed 3 earned runs on 4 hits in an 11-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver, Colo.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Yardbarker / May 3
Braves manager shares worrisome Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update
The Atlanta Braves can't seem to catch a break with injuries.
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