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Braves place Aaron Bummer on IL, release Erick Fedde

The Atlanta Braves announced Sunday that veteran reliever Aaron Bummer has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation and veteran starter Erick Fedde has been released.

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An injury update on Spencer Schwellenbach

Of the five members from the rotation currently on the IL, Chris Sale is the only one that will return this season. He just made what is expected to be his final rehab start for the Gwinnett Stripers last night, tossing 4.1 innings of one-run ball on 77 pitches.

Bobby Cox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Braves’ John Smoltz drops ‘mind-blowing’ take about Bobby Cox’s rare appearance

The Atlanta Braves were once considered one of baseball’s most consistent franchises. Former manager Bobby Cox demanded toughness from his players. Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz recently credited him for boasting this same attribute.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 24

Braves make multiple roster moves ahead of series finale with Mets

After disappointingly dropping the first two games in their series with the New York Mets, the Braves have made a couple of roster moves. Aaron Bummer is heading to the 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation, and Erick Fedde has been released.

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The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 24

Chris Sale impresses in potential final rehab start before joining the Braves

Whatever slim hopes the Braves had of a miraculous playoff run, those were dashed this weekend after losing the first two games of their series with the New York Mets.

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23

Braves Induct Boston-Era Slugger into Team Hall of Fame

The Atlanta Braves have acknowledged the accomplishments of a Boston-era slugger. Wally Berger was inducted into the team Hall of Fame ahead of Saturday's game against the New York Mets.

Spencer Schwellenbach News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Braves pitcher gets pivotal update as season winds down

Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach is dealing with an elbow injury, however, the 25-year-old right-handed hurler is still hoping to take important steps forward before the season ends.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Brian Snitker News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23

Brian Snitker Reflects Upon Roy Clark's Impact on Braves

The baseball world is mourning the loss of MLB scout and executive Roy Clark, who passed away at 68 years old on Friday night. His time with the Atlanta Braves left a mark that's still felt to this day.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Braves mourn passing of longtime scout

While the Atlanta Braves are making moves to improve their current season, the team is taking the time to mourn the passing of long-time scout Roy Clark.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 23

A blueprint for a Drake Baldwin contract extension just dropped

The Braves have become notorious for extending their young talent early in order to lock them in at a more team friendly rate. That methodology is not infallible — see Spencer Strider, who has not looked anything like the pitcher he once was after undergoing InternalBrace surgery last year.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23

Braves Brian Snitker Opens Up About Riley Injury

Going forward, Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley will be watching the remainder of the season away from the diamond. This week, he underwent core-muscle surgery to repair a sports hernia.

Bobby Cox News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23

Bobby Cox, Fellow Braves Legends Join in on 1995 World Series Celebration

Celebrations for the 30th anniversary of the Atlanta Braves' 1995 World Series championship were in full swing ahead of Friday's series opener against the New York Mets.

Bobby Cox News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Bobby Cox returning to Truist Park for rare appearance

Bobby Cox is set to return to Truist Park on Friday for the Braves’ game against the New York Mets in what will be a rare public appearance. Cox, who is a former Atlanta Braves manager, has only made one appearance at a Braves game since suffering a stroke in 2019.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 22

Braves Move Chris Sale's Rehab Start Back to Gwinnett

Weather has forced the Atlanta Braves to change their plans for Chris Sale's upcoming rehab start. He's now traveling to Memphis to pitch for Triple-A Gwinnett.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 22

Braves Playoff Situation Heading into Crucial Mets Series

The Atlanta Braves enter a series with the New York Mets that gives the feeling of being their last chance to re-enter the playoff picture this season. Entering the weekend, they sit nine games back from the lowest wild card spot, an improvement from 15 games back on Aug.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 22

Braves dubbed landing spot for top free agent shortstop

The Braves really should be in the market for just about every free agent available that fills a need. It is not Alex Anthopoulos’ M.O. to get into bidding wars in free agency.

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The 'A.L. and N.L. saves leaders since 2008' quiz

How many of the MLB league leaders in saves since the 2008 season can you name in five minutes?

Craig Kimbrel News / Yardbarker / August 22

Craig Kimbrel lands with World Series contender after latest release

Craig Kimbrel is hoping to make an impact with an MLB team down the stretch, and a World Series contender is giving the former All-Star reliever a shot.

Orioles two-time All-Star's career-worst season gets worse

Red Sox promote prospect who has incredible nickname

Braves star third baseman has undergone season-ending core surgery

Rays calling up top-50 MLB prospect for big league debut

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Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Braves Bench Spencer Strider After Rough Start Sparks Concern

Spencer Strider’s rise from Clemson standout to one of Major League Baseball’s most electric young pitchers happened fast. His 100 mph fastball and wipeout slider made him one of the most feared arms in the league and a cornerstone of Atlanta’s future.

Austin Riley News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Braves' Austin Riley undergoes season-ending core surgery

The Braves announced Thursday that third baseman Austin Riley has undergone core injury surgery, which will end his season.

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Braves' Brian Snitker Announces Matt Olson News After 746 Straight Games

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson has been the most durable player in MLB over the course of his ten-year career. The 31-year-old left-handed slugger has not missed a regular-season game for the Braves, appearing in all 162 matchups over the past three seasons.

Austin Riley News / Athlon Sports / August 20