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Former Braves Pitcher DFA'd Shortly After Reunion Bout

Former Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Charlie Morton has been designated for assignment by the Detroit Tigers. The move comes a couple days after his most recent start, which was against, coincidently, against his former team.

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Braves Ian Anderson Shows Poise in Return to Triple-A

Ian Anderson returned to Triple-A Gwinnett after completing his rehab start down in Columbus on Saturday afternoon. It marked an important moment in his

Nacho Alvarez News / Field Level Media / September 20

Nacho Alvarez (2 HRs), surging Braves rally past Tigers

Nacho Alvarez Jr. hit the first two homers of his career and drove in three runs as the visiting Atlanta Braves rallied past the reeling Detroit Tigers 6-5 on Saturday afternoon.

Nacho Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 20

Rookie crushes 1st MLB home run as Braves looks to upset Tigers

The Atlanta Braves received a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season when Nacho Alvarez Jr. delivered a memorable moment. The rookie infielder crushed his first career home run against the Tigers.

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Nacho Alvarez News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 20

Braves Rookie Infielder Hits First Career Home Run

Nacho Alvarez Jr. can finally check off what was easily a long-awaited career moment. In the top of the third inning in Detroit on Saturday, the Atlanta Braves third baseman smacked a 347 shot down the left field, and it just made it past the fence for his first career home run.

Michael Harris News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 20

Braves’ Michael Harris accomplishes individual feat not seen since May

The Atlanta Braves may be wrapping up a difficult season, but outfielder Michael Harris just gave fans something rare to smile about. In the club’s ongoing series against the Detroit Tigers, Harris drew walks in back-to-back games for the first time since May 9-10.

Bryce Elder News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 20

Braves Needed Bryce Elder in 2025 More Than They Realize

Think of who was supposed to be the top arms in the Atlanta Braves rotation at the start of the season. Think of who was expected to be a mainstay and clock in the lion’s share of innings.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 20

Postseason Streak Snapping Reveals How Frustratingly Close Braves Were

On the same night the Atlanta Braves extended their winning streak to six games, they saw another one snapped. For the first time since 2017, they’re officially

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 19

Drake Baldwin powers Braves scoring outburst against Tigers

Drake Baldwin drove in three runs, including a two-run homer, and the visiting Atlanta Braves pounded the slumping Detroit Tigers, 10-1, on Friday night.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / September 19

Braves linked to Padres ace to fix Atlanta's rotation heading into important winter

Atlanta Braves reportedly target San Diego Padres ace to strengthen their rotation ahead of a crucial winter.

MLB News / Sporting News / September 19

Braves linked to Phillies new fan-favorite to improve after horrible 2025 campaign

Atlanta Braves linked to Philadelphia Phillies new fan-favorite as team looks to improve after horrible 2025 campaign.

Jhancarlos Lara News / New Baseball Media / September 20

What to Expect from Braves Pitcher Jhancarlos Lara

Atlanta will audition 22-year-old pitcher Jhancarlos Lara, as the Braves officially promoted him on September 19. Lara put up gaudy strikeout numbers in the Minors and showcased a blistering fastball/slider combo.

Jhancarlos Lara News / SportsTalkATL / September 19

Report: Braves biggest prospect arm set to make MLB debut

If you need something to keep you engaged to the Braves over these last nine games, I have something for you. Today, the Atlanta Braves announced they are promoting hard-throwing right-hander Jhancarlos Lara to the majors for the home stretch.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 19

Braves DFA Infielder, Make Room for Jhancarlos Lara

The Atlanta Braves officially added prospect pitcher Jhancarlos Lara to the major league roster on Friday ahead of their three-game series with the Detroit

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 18

What Current Pitching Prospects Indicate for Braves Future

Pitching, to say the least, has been a throbbing headache for the Atlanta Braves over the course of the 2025 season. The starting rotation, outside of

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Braves claim infielder off waivers from Giants

He has logged major league time in each of the past three seasons, appearing in 164 games for the Giants.

Brian Snitker News / SportsTalkATL / September 18

MLB insider still believes Brian Snitker will retire at season’s end

Brian Snitker made national headlines last week when he told Braves beat reporters that he is still undecided about whether he will retire at the end of the season.

Matt Olson News / SportsTalkATL / September 18

Don’t let a stellar season from Matt Olson be forgotten

The positives for the Braves in 2025 have been few and far between. There’s a reason they are 13 games under .500 and in the conversation for the #1 overall pick this year.

Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / September 18

3 Perfect Braves Free-Agent Targets To Carry Atlanta Back To Playoffs In 2026

Even the most pessimistic Atlanta Braves hater could hardly have imagined the 2025 season would go so poorly. Entering play on Thursday, the Braves owned a 70-83 record despite a five-game winning streak.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Atlanta Braves Make Move After Season-Ending News

The Atlanta Braves’ pitching staff has been desperate for arms throughout the entirety of the 2025 season, suffering injuries across both the rotation and the bullpen.

Carson Ragsdale News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Braves claim longtime Orioles pitcher

The Braves have claimed righty Carson Ragsdale off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles, per an announcement from the O’s.

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Former MLB GM Makes Bizarre Ronald Acuña Jr. Award Prediction

Atlanta Braves superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. won’t win a second NL MVP Award, but he’s still in position to claim some hardware this offseason. Despite missing most of the first two months while recovering from a knee injury, Acuña remains one of the Braves’ most valuable players.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 15

Matt Olson, Braves back Spencer Strider, pound Nats

Matt Olson had four hits including a three-run homer, Spencer Strider allowed one run over seven innings and the visiting Atlanta Braves beat the Washington Nationals 11-3 on Monday night.

Robinson Cano News / Yardbarker / September 14