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Braves Rookie Reflects on Relationship with Charlie Morton

The return of Charlie Morton to the Atlanta Braves dugout has allowed for a few reunions. An under-the-radar one is the reunion between him and rookie starting pitcher Hurston Waldrep.

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The Braves May Have Lucked Into Their Shortstop for 2026

As the 2025 season comes to an end, the Atlanta Braves are already looking ahead to next season. One of the biggest questions facing the team heading into 2026 is at shortstop.

Ozzie Albies News / SportsTalkATL / September 24

Should Braves be worried about Ozzie Albies going into 2026?

The bad news surrounding Ozzie Albies’ wrist injury was confirmed yesterday following additional tests. He has a fractured hamate bone in his left wrist — the same wrist he injured in 2024 that seemed to bother him through the first half of 2025.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 24

Hurston Waldrep caps off phenomenal rookie campaign

As Bradford Doolittle of ESPN pointed out last week, the most positive aspect of the Braves’ 2025 campaign might be the emergence of Hurston Waldrep. The 2023 first-round pick toed the rubber for the final time of the season last night, flashing all of the improvements that have the Braves rightfully excited for his future.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 24

10 Straight Wins: Importance of Strong Braves Finish

The Atlanta Braves still have some fight in them. It’s not for a spot in the MLB Postseason. It’s simply to show they can finish the season strong. With the 3-2 win over the Nationals on Tuesday night, they’ve now rattled off their 10th straight win.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 24

Braves, riding majors-best winning streak, chase sweep of Nats

Michael Harris II will try to continue his hot hitting on Wednesday afternoon when the Atlanta Braves go for their 11th straight win and a sweep of a three-game series against the visiting Washington Nationals.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 23

Braves' three solo blasts beat Nats for 10th straight win

Michael Harris II hit two long home runs and rookie Hurston Waldrep pitched six strong innings to help the Atlanta Braves extend their league-leading winning streak to 10 games with a 3-2 victory over the visiting Washington Nationals on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Atlanta Braves Player Sends Message on Retirement After Career News

Entering Tuesday’s series opener against the Washington Nationals, the Atlanta Braves own a 74–83 record, set to miss the postseason for the first time since 2017.

Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / September 23

3 Players Braves Could Cut Ties With Before Opening Day 2026

The Atlanta Braves were one of the most disappointing teams in baseball this year. They came into the season with World Series aspirations, but with a week remaining in the regular season, they've been eliminated from postseason contention.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 23

Olson Named Braves' MVP by MLB.com

Few things seem to have gone right for the Atlanta Braves this season, but there have been a few highlights. Drake Baldwin is certainly on pace to win NL Rookie of the Year honors, which would make him the third Brave in recent memory to achieve that honor.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 23

ABS system is coming to Major League Baseball

The ABS challenge system is coming to Major League Baseball, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Tuesday afternoon. Beginning in 2026, teams will now receive two challenges to dispute balls and strikes per game.

Alex Anthopoulos News / Sporting News / September 23

Braves' GM Alex Anthopoulos could end $35M fan favorite's tenure in true heartbreaking fashion

The Braves could make some significant changes this season. On Monday, a fan favorite could have played his last game as a Brave.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 23

Latest injury updates on three Braves injured starters

Four members of the Braves’ Opening Day rotation are out for the season, and at least three of them enter the offseason with serious questions surrounding their roles in 2026.

Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / September 23

Braves should be aggressive in their attempt to retain Ha-Seong Kim

When the Braves acquired Ha-Seong Kim, there was a chance he’d only be a month-long rental. Kim holds a $16 million player option for 2026, an option most assumed he’d pick up given how his season had gone.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 23

Braves welcome back an old friend for final week of the season

In perhaps the most 2025 move ever, the Braves announced Monday night that they have claimed Charlie Morton off waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Detroit Tigers.

Ozzie Albies News / SportsTalkATL / September 23

Braves lose Ozzie Albies to another wrist injury

About the only thing that matters for the Braves at this point in the season is keeping guys healthy. Unfortunately, they suffered another major injury on Monday night, as Ozzie Albies left the game with what was later revealed as a fractured hamate bone in his left hand.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23

Braves, Nationals rookie righties face off in rematch

A pair of high-profile rookies will face each other on Tuesday when the Atlanta Braves host the Washington Nationals in the second game of a three-game series.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / September 23

Braves' end of year signing hints at fairytale retirement for 2-time World Series Champion

The Atlanta Braves have made a signing in the final week of a very familiar face for one last go around.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

Braves complete bonkers MLB history 9 games in the making

The Atlanta Braves are going to miss the playoffs in 2025, snapping their seven-year postseason streak. A lot of their key players have underperformed, and in the end, they weren’t even close to threatening for a playoff spot.

Ozzie Albies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Braves hit with significant injury to Ozzie Albies

The Atlanta Braves have been hit with yet another significant injury.

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Charlie Morton News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Braves reunite with veteran pitcher in sentimental move

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Braves claim veteran righty reliever off waivers from Brewers

The Atlanta Braves have claimed right-hander Joel Payamps off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers, according to announcements from both clubs. Milwaukee had designated him for assignment a few days ago.

Robinson Cano News / Yardbarker / September 14