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Braves place 3B Austin Riley (abdomen) on injured list

The Atlanta Braves placed third baseman Austin Riley on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right abdominal strain. The two-time All-Star departed with the injury in the fourth inning of Friday's 6-5 win at St.

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Braves Prospect Spotlight: Rayven Antonio

Antonio entered the season an underhyped prospect, but has been arguably the MVP of the talented Augusta GreenJackets You would be forgiven if before this season, even before today, you only knew Rayven Antonio for his terrific name.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Braves place Austin Riley on 10-day injured list

The Braves announced that third baseman Austin Riley was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a strained right abdomen. Right-hander Nathan Wiles was also optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett, and the two open roster spots will be filled by infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr.

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Braves Fedde up with losing, look to win series behind deep rotation depth

With the season essentially dead, the Braves explore new lows of their rotation depth With so many injuries to their rotation, the Braves are exploring new depths of their organizational pitching portfolio.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 12

This Day in Braves History: Jeff Blauser hits three homers in one game

At the time, he was only the fourth shortstop in history to achieve the feat. 1943: An Armed Forces All-Star team managed by Babe Ruth and featuring Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams plays a fund-raising game against the Braves in Boston.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 12

Can you guess this Braves infielder in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out what Braves player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the Battery Power in-5 daily trivia game.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 12

Austin Riley exits, Kevin Herget DFA’d, and more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Friday. Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley exited Friday night’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals before his third plate appearance.

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Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.

Sean Murphy News / Field Level Media / July 11

Sean Murphy goes yard twice, Braves stave off Cardinals

Sean Murphy hit two homers and drove in three runs as the visiting Atlanta Braves edged the St. Louis Cardinals 6-5 Friday night. Ronald Acuna Jr. went 3-for-5 with two doubles, an RBI and a run for the Braves.

Austin Riley News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Braves Announce Austin Riley News After Leaving Cardinals Game

Third baseman Austin Riley is in his seventh season with the Atlanta Braves after being selected in the first round of the 2015 MLB Draft. The 28-year-old made his major-league debut in left field during 2019—third base was occupied by veteran Josh Donaldson—though he has primarily played third base since.

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Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

Ronald Acuña Jr. pulls out of Home Run Derby due to injury concern

Ronald Acuña Jr. was a late scratch from the Atlanta Braves’ series opener against the Athletics on Tuesday due to back tightness. While the former MVP was able to return to the lineup the following day, he’s taking the injury scare seriously.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / July 11

Braves Slugger Marcell Ozuna Sure to Be Traded at the Deadline

At 40-52, the 2025 Atlanta Braves season is more or less unsalvageable as we approach the All-Star break. It’s becoming clear that General Manager Alex Anthopoulos will look to sell at the deadline, with the team’s chances of making the playoffs sitting at 3.8% on Fangraphs.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / July 11

MLB Announces Change After Ronald Acuna Jr. Injury News

Superstar right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. is in his eighth major-league season as an Atlanta Brave after making his MLB debut in 2018 and winning National League Rookie of the Year.

JR Ritchie News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Braves Prospect Reflects on Path to Upcoming Futures Game

When the Columbus Clingstones were on the road in Birmingham, Ala., right-hander JR Ritchie received a call from team management. There was a panic. He thought he had been traded.

Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Red Sox Get Bad Braves News on Reunion With Chris Sale

The Boston Red Sox would likely love to take back some of the trades they've made in recent years. From Mookie Betts to Rafael Devers to Chris Sale and others, the Red Sox haven't exactly done a great job on the trade front.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

Are Braves prepping for a youth movement in the second half?

At 40-52, 10 games out of a playoff spot, and crippled by injuries — the Atlanta Braves’ season is over. Their streak of seven straight postseason appearances will come to an end, and all the focus should be on figuring out what needs to be done to get back to the standard in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

Braves add arm to bullpen, claims former top prospect

The Atlanta Braves have one more series to enter the All-Star break with positive momentum. General manager Alex Anthopoulos has told the league that the Braves are not willing to move on from their stars.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11

Braves in unfamiliar territory as MLB trade deadline approaches

The Braves have been in a downward spiral for much of the season. They’ve shown signs of life at various points, but those brief flashes were quickly stamped out by repeated injuries to star players.

JR Ritchie News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Report: Braves No. 6 Prospect Named Starting Pitcher for Futures Game

Atlanta Braves No. 6 prospect and right-hander JR Ritchie will be the starter for the Futures Game, according to sources. This will be the second time this year that he's been given the starting job for a prospect game.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

It’s been a special week for Matt Olson in more ways than one

When Matt Olson was traded from the A’s to the Braves, it was a homecoming for the suburban Atlanta native. Now, the story has come full circle. For the first time in 25 years, Atlanta is hosting All-Star festivities.

Jurickson Profar News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 11

Braves' Profar Experiencing Power Surge Since Return

The Atlanta Braves' offense has few positive takeaways right now. One of them managed to be that Jurickson Profar is bringing some pop to the lineup. In the 5-4 walk-off loss to The Athletics, Profar hit a two-run home run with two outs in the top of the fourth inning to tie things up 3-3.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 11

Is the Braves front office thinking correctly?

The fall of the Braves is due to a number of factors that have occurred since Atlanta hoisted the Commissioner’s Trophy. You don’t see teams go from one of the best in baseball to the cellar overnight.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Banged-up Cards, slumping Braves face off

With multiple players battling injuries, the St. Louis Cardinals are looking forward to the All-Star break. But first they must finish their six-game homestand, which will continue Friday night in the opener of a weekend series with the Atlanta Braves.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / July 11