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Hurston Waldrep, Braves' rare bright spot, goes for another W

The last time the Atlanta Braves missed the playoffs, Ronald Acuna Jr. was 19 years old, starting that year with the Florida Fire Frogs of the high Class-A Florida State League.

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Braves Spencer Strider Makes History During Strong Night in Miami

Spencer Strider finally pulled through with a big night, and he was rewarded with another milestone. This one makes history. According to the Atlanta Braves X (formerly Twitter) account, he is the fastest primary starter in history (by innings pitched) to reach 600 career strikeouts.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 25

Braves 2025 first-round pick posts huge game on the farm

From high school baseball just a few months ago to the professional level, Braves 2025 first-round selection Tate Southisene made his debut with the organization last week and is coming off his first multi-hit performance on Sunday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 25

Braves Shut Down Pitching Prospect Due to Injury

The Atlanta Braves have shut down one of their prospects for the remainder of the season. No. 9 prospect in the system, Didier Fuentes, is done for the year due to right shoulder inflammation, per sources. The injury is not considered to be serious.

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The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Can you name the player with the most home runs in one MLB season for each position on the diamond?

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 25

ESPN’s Top 100 Prospects Features Two Braves

The Braves farm system has been ranked near the bottom of the league for several years now, which makes it that much more remarkable that they continue to pump out significant contributors from the prospect ranks each season.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / August 25

Drake Baldwin continues to fall in Rookie of the Year race

This year’s Rookie of the Year race carries added weight for the Braves. If Drake Baldwin wins, the club secures an extra draft pick at the end of the first round thanks to the Prospect Promotion Incentive.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 25

Another Braves offseason need has revealed itself in a big way

Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos has a ton of things to consider this offseason, but he should know standing pat and running things back is not an option. Some pretty severe changes have to be made if this club is going to get back to being a World Series contender in 2026.

Hurston Waldrep News / Just Baseball / August 25

Hurston Waldrep Might Finally Be the Real Deal

As the 2025 MLB season winds down, the Atlanta Braves’ disappointing year has become harder and harder to ignore. Entering this weekend’s series against the New York Mets, they sat at 58–69 despite a recent 11–3 surge.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 25

This would be a huge mistake by the Atlanta Braves

A few developments over the second half of the season should give the Braves a lot more confidence in their rotation going into 2026. On the field, Hurston Waldrep looks like he’s turned the corner in a big way.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 25

What Sale's Return, Outlook of Rotation Means to Braves

Chris Sale's return to the Atlanta Braves starting rotation is imminent. Manager Brian Snitker said after the game that he's likely going to pitch on Saturday on the road during the Phillies series.

Injury-plagued Braves try to turn around season in opener vs. Marlins

Since winning the World Series in 2021, the Atlanta Braves have not won a playoff series. Worse yet, this year's Braves are on pace to miss the postseason for the first time since 2017.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24

Expected return date for Braves ace left-hander revealed

After more than two months on the injured list, the ace southpaw is set to make his return to the mound.

Braves place Aaron Bummer on IL, release Erick Fedde

Mets go for series sweep in final game against Braves in '25

Mets display power (6 homers) to rout Braves

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Braves outlast Mets to avoid sweep

Jurickson Profar laced a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth inning Sunday to propel the Atlanta Braves to a 4-3 victory over the visiting New York Mets.

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Sean Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 24

Braves Sean Murphy Breaks Slump in Clutch Fashion

Sean Murphy finally broke through in the midst of a brutal drought to come up clutch for the Atlanta Braves on Sunday against the Mets. With Murphy's effort, the Braves were able to avoid the sweep with a 4-3 win.

Drake Baldwin News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 24

Braves Drake Baldwin Losing Ground in NL Rookie of the Year Race

The race for the National League Rookie of the Year is entering the home stretch, with Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin needing a last-ditch effort to stay ahead.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 24

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.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 24

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.

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.

Chris Sale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Braves ace Chris Sale has encouraging rehab start amid looming return

Chris Sale looks ready to rejoin Atlanta’s rotation. The reigning National League Cy Young winner made his third rehab start on Saturday night for Triple-A Gwinnett, tossing 4 2/3 innings of one-run ball against the Memphis Redbirds.

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.

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.

MLB 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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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.

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / August 20

The Braves May Be Forced to Trade Core Stars – Here’s Why

As 2025 continues, the Atlanta Braves are widely regarded as the one team who has disappointed the most. The Braves were among the top teams favored to win the World Series, but now have a 0.04% chance of making the playoffs.