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Braves triumph on wild pitch in 11th as Pirates squander multiple chances

Matt Olson homered and later scored the eventual winning run in the top of the 11th on a wild pitch to propel the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday night.

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Injury updates, AJ Smith-Shawver, another late win, more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday Well the Braves won yet another low-scoring extra-innings affair on Saturday. AJ Smith-Shawver twirled another gem and the bullpen did more than it’s job, but man the offense was a struggle after a promising first three innings.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 10

Braves scrape by with another extra innings victory, 3-2 in the 11th

The pitching did a nice job and the offense did just enough to scrape by...eventually AJ Smith-Shawver came into Saturday off of a statement 8.0 inning, 1-hit outing against the Reds, hoping to keep his momentum, as the Braves were hoping to get back in the win column after losing game 1 of the series in Pittsburgh.

Spencer Strider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 10

Braves’ Spencer Strider takes next step toward return from injury

The Atlanta Braves may be getting a major reinforcement soon, as Spencer Strider took another encouraging step in his recovery process. As Atlanta continues to battle for control in the NL East, an update on Strider’s progress brings a new wave of optimism for the team’s pitching depth.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 10

Braves’ Brian Snitker explains why he’s sticking with Raisel Iglesias amid struggles

The Atlanta Braves won 89 games last season and earned a playoff berth in the National League. Brian Snitker’s squad couldn’t roll their success into 2025, and the team is sitting under .500 more than a month into the season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 10

Braves Given Strong Future Outlook At Third Base

The Atlanta Braves have their question marks at certain positions, but third base is far from one of them. Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter predicted that Austin Riley would be the No.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 10

Braves return to regular lineup, as Verdugo returns to the leadoff spot

Sean Murphy gets the start again at catcher, as the Braves return to their regular lineup, despite facing another lefty. Sean Murphy gets the start again at catcher, as the Braves return to their regular lineup.

AJ Smith-Shawver News / Talking Chop / May 10

AJ Smith-Shawver looks to lead the Braves to an even series

The young righty looks to follow up his career best outing from last week and lead the Braves to a win in Pittsburgh AJ Smith-Shawver is coming off of arguably the best outing of his career, certainly the deepest, as he went 8.0 innings of shutout, one-hit ball.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 10

Braves’ Matt Olson rips offense after wasting Bryce Elder’s strong start

The Atlanta Braves had a golden opportunity to reach .500 for the first time this season, but another underwhelming night at the plate spoiled a quality outing from Bryce Elder, leaving Matt Olson and company searching for answers.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 10

.500 Baseball Continues to Evade Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves have reaching a .500 record in their sights. However, like a mirage of an oasis in the desert, you see it, you race in its direction and then nothing.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 10

Who will be All-Stars from the Braves?

Voting is now open The preparations are well underway for the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta this year. Truist Park will be as glorious as ever. The Braves have increased the food options around the park and I assume parking will be improved.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 10

This Day in Braves History: Henry Aaron hits the only inside-the-park home run of his career

1929: The Braves fall to the Reds 5-2 thanks to three unearned runs that score on a rare error by Rabbit Maranville. Les Bell homers for Boston and outfielder Earl Clark sets a National League record with 12 putouts in the game.

Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / May 10

The Chatter’s Box: Atlanta’s Pierce Johnson talks to The Rockies Insider

The two best teams in Major League Baseball entering the week of May 5 have been the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres. Together they’ve won 48 games through the first six weeks of the season or, to put it painfully for those on the Southside of the Windy City, more games than the Chicago White Sox in all six months of their 2024 campaign.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10

Pirates look to build on series-opening win vs. Braves

Atlanta's AJ Smith-Shawver is coming off a career-best performance as he prepares to oppose Pittsburgh's Andrew Heaney when the Braves take on the host Pirates on Saturday afternoon.

Eddie Rosario News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 9

Braves designate veteran OF for assignment

The Braves announced Friday that they’ve designated outfielder Eddie Rosario for assignment. His spot on the roster will go to infielder Luke Williams, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8

Rookie Drake Baldwin's first walk-off lifts Braves over Reds in 11th

Rookie catcher Drake Baldwin singled in the 11th inning to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 5-4 walk-off win against the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Thursday that gave Atlanta its third victory of the four-game series.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8

MLB Network airs obscene photo featuring Elly De La Cruz

MLB Network had one slip past the censors on Thursday night. During Thursday’s game between the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga., an obscene photo featuring Reds All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz made it onto the air.

Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 8

Atlanta Braves Top Prospect Does Something He Had Never Done Before on Wednesday

The Atlanta Braves dropped a tough 4-3 decision against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night, falling to 17-19 with the loss. The win moved the Reds to an even .500 at 19-19 thus far.

Drake Baldwin News / Athlon Sports / May 8

Drake Baldwin Forces Braves Into Tough Decision With Latest Power Surge

Drake Baldwin’s bat is making too much noise to be ignored. The Braves’ top-ranked prospect continued his recent tear Wednesday night, launching a solo

Touki Toussaint News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8

Angels outright Touki Toussaint to Triple-A

The Angels announced that Touki Toussaint cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake.

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Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Chris Sale Combats Early Season Struggles With Back-to-Back Quality Starts

After finishing the 2024 season with a 2.38 ERA and a National League Cy Young award, Sale entered Tuesday’s start against the Reds with a 4.84 ERA in his seven appearances in 2025.

Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / May 7

Atlanta Braves' Reigning Cy Young Winner Moves Up Special List in Baseball History

The Atlanta Braves beat the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 on Tuesday night, winning in ten innings at Truist Park. With the win, the Braves are now 17-18 after starting out 0-7.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 6

Watch: Marlins, Braves, Royals all deliver walk-off wins

If you're a fan of walk-off hits, then Tuesday was the perfect night to be glued to a screen watching baseball.

Marlins, Jesus Sanchez get by Dodgers in extras

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Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / May 6

Atlanta Braves Youngster Makes Baseball History Not Seen in Last 12 Years

The Atlanta Braves shut out the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 on Monday night at Truist Park in Atlanta. With the win, the Braves are now 16-18 on the season, while the loss drops Cincinnati to 18-18.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / May 6

ESPN Warns Braves Must Change Fast After Ronald Acuña Jr. News and Slumping Stars

The Atlanta Braves are running out of time to wait for things to click. As ESPN bluntly put it in their latest MLB Stock Watch: “Something has to change.” Five weeks into the 2025 season, what was once a forecast of 96.5 wins and a 91.1% playoff chance for Atlanta has nose-dived.