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Braves' Brian Snitker Announces Disappointing Austin Riley Update Before Mets Game

The Atlanta Braves have experienced an unexpectedly disappointing season, and with just two months remaining, the Braves sit 17 games under .500 with a 51–68 record, on track to miss the postseason for the first time since 2017.

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ESPN’s Jeff Passan on how to fix the Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves have the type of offseason ahead that could ultimately decide the next 5-10 years of their franchise. Alex Anthopoulos has to patch up the holes on this roster and get the club back to contention in 2026, or there will be serious conversations about rebuilding this time next year.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 13

Braves No. 6 Prospect Finding Offensive Footing in Major Leagues

It’s been a strong showing as of late for Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. Tuesday night, his two-run double netted him the first two RBIs of his young MLB career. While he showed progress during his first call-up this season, he’s really started to show promise since returning to the lineup on Aug.

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Drake Baldwin News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 13

Braves Baldwin Leading Way in NL Rookie of the Year Race

Drake Baldwin’s latest tear has him pulling ahead in the National League Rookie of the Year race. Writers at MLB.com were polled, and the Atlanta Braves catcher topped the voting.

Brian Snitker News / Sporting News / August 13

Braves predicted to replace Brian Snitker with former NL East rival, 2-time World Series Champ

The Braves are likely to part ways with Brian Snitker at season's end. This prediction has the Braves linking with a former divisional manager.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

This is a miserable sign for the Braves future

It’s one thing to be one of the worst teams in baseball. It’s another to be that bad and have one of the worst farm systems in the game. That’s the Atlanta Braves right now.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

Three Atlanta Braves stars expected back very soon

The Braves haven’t been fully healthy at any point this entire season, but they could look much better very soon. According to MLB.com’s Mark Bowman, Ronald Acuña Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

One mistake the Braves must learn from this season

It’s been a longtime since the Braves experienced real turmoil, and much of that is because of the brilliant work of Alex Anthopoulos. Even with star players walking out the door for nothing, Atlanta’s general manager was able to reduce the impact by finding value where a lot of people were not looking.

Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / August 13

Braves face offseason decision as Spencer Strider struggles

Coming off one of their best series of the season — taking four of five from the Miami Marlins — the Braves had an opportunity build some more momentum against the reeling Mets with Spencer Strider on the mound.

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Fall classics: The best World Series games of all time

At most, each World Series offers seven opportunities to leave a memorable mark in baseball. Great games are filled with special moments, sensational plays, big hits or stellar pitching outings.

Chris Sale News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 13

Atlanta Braves Ace a Step Closer to Return to Major League Rotation

Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale made his first rehab start with the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers on Tuesday night, and he showed he isn’t quite back to form yet.

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Chris Sale News / Field Level Media / August 12

Reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale makes rehab start

Reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale took a step toward returning to the Atlanta Braves by throwing 40 pitches in a rehab start for Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday night.

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King of New York: Pete Alonso breaks major Mets all-time record

Pete Alonso continues to build his resume as a Mets legend.

Yankees superstar Aaron Judge lands the No. 1 spot on prestigious list

Jose Ramirez sets franchise record as resurgent Guardians continue turnaround

Brewers have a legit MVP candidate

Brewers' run of dominance makes MLB history with more left to achieve

AL Cy Young Award is Tarik Skubal's to lose after duds from front-runners

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Braves' Brian Snitker Announces Ronald Acuna Jr. News Before Mets Game

The Atlanta Braves have won three straight games yet still find themselves 16 games under .500 with a record of 51–67. Atlanta entered the season with expectations of making a deep postseason run but now seems destined to miss the playoffs for the first time in seven years.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 12

Braves third-round pick off to hot start with Augusta

The MLB Draft being in the middle of the season offers an opportunity for prospect gurus to get a look at each team’s draft class immediately. The Braves have a lot more names to keep tabs on than they did a couple of months ago, with third-round selection Cody Miller already showing off an intriguing set of tools.

Raisel Iglesias News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 12

Braves Should Re-Sign Iglesias...Under Right Conditions

There’s a reality that needs to be addressed. Ever since Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker temporarily moved Raisel Iglesias from the closer role, he’s been pitching well. Fans might want to admit it, but since June 9, he has a 1.90 ERA and 28 strikeouts across 23 2/3 innings pitched.

Domingo Gonzalez News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12

Mariners claim right-hander off waivers from Braves

The Mariners announced that they have claimed right-hander Domingo González off waivers from the Braves and assigned him to Triple-A Tacoma. Atlanta designated him for earlier this week when they claimed righty Connor Seabold.

Atlanta Braves News / Inside The Diamonds / August 12

Atlanta Braves Send Cy Young Winner on Rehab Assignment

The Atlanta Braves start a three-game series with the New York Mets tonight at Citi Field. The Braves are 5-5 in August, averaging 4.4 runs per game while allowing 3.9 runs per game.

Michael Harris News / Just Baseball / August 12

Michael Harris II Is Doing That Second Half Thing Again

Death. Taxes. Second-half Michael Harris II. It’s no secret that the Atlanta Braves have had an extremely disappointing season, but no player mirrored that frustration in the first-half quite like Harris II.

Marcell Ozuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11

Braves rumors: Marcell Ozuna turns heads with decision to veto trades

Despite some recent success against the Miami Marlins, it’s otherwise been a disastrous season for the Atlanta Braves, who are all but out of the playoff race with less than two months remaining in the season.

Drake Baldwin News / LWOSports.com / August 11

Drake Baldwin: Atlanta’s Burgeoning Star Continues to Impress in 2025 Rookie Season

Drake Baldwin has been nothing short of impressive in his 2025 MLB debut season, solidifying his status as a bright young talent for the Atlanta Braves.

Clayton McCullough News / Field Level Media / August 10

Umpire Jen Pawol earns praise after her day behind the plate

Umpire Jen Pawol had already written her name into the history books on Saturday when she became the first female umpire to officiate a regular-season major league game.

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