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MLB News / Yardbarker / January 11
Reds add quality depth to bullpen in Pierce Johnson
Spending the past two seasons with the Atlanta Braves, Johnson had a solid season in 2025, pitching to a 3-3 record with a 3.05 ERA, while recording one save and striking out 59 batters in 59.0 innings.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 11
Reds To Sign Pierce Johnson
Right-hander Pierce Johnson is headed to the Reds, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The details of the contract are not yet known. Johnson, 34, was a first-round pick all the way back in 2024.
Tyler Kinley News / New Baseball Media / January 11
2026 Transactions: Braves Bring Back Kinley, Brewers’ Non-Roster Invites
This past November, the Braves opted to decline team options on Pierce Johnson and Tyler Kinley, both valuable relievers out of the bullpen last year. Fast forward to January, and Kinley is back.
The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz
MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?
Tyler Kinley News / Field Level Media / January 10
Braves re-sign RHP Tyler Kinley
The Atlanta Braves re-signed right-hander Tyler Kinley to a one-year deal. Kinley is set to earn $3 million this season; the Braves will hold a $5.5 million club option for 2027 with a $1.25 million buyout.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 10
Braves bring back reliever who had microscopic ERA with them in 2025
As the Atlanta Braves continue to make roster moves, the team is far from being done, as they made news Saturday in retaining a key pitcher in the bullpen.
Tyler Kinley News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 10
Braves Re-Sign Tyler Kinley
The Braves are bringing back right-hander Tyler Kinley on a one-year contract worth $4.25MM in guaranteed money, according to The Athletic’s Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal.
Jose Canseco News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 10
Braves Legends Reflect on Beaning Jose Canseco to Defend Walt Weiss
Sometimes, the best lore in baseball doesn't come from postseason moments or other major events. It comes from random regular-season insanity. It's even better when some lore arises surrounding new Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss.
Freddy Peralta News / SportsTalkATL / January 10
Brewers asking price for Freddy Peralta revealed
Earlier in the week, Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic reported the Braves were among the team’s interested in trading for Brewers ace Freddy Peralta.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9
Braves Claim George Soriano, Designate Brett Wisely For Assignment
The Braves have claimed right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Baltimore designated him for assignment earlier this week.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 9
How Atlanta Braves TV Viewing Could Look in 2026
The Atlanta Braves' television situation went further into flux this week. Not long after Main Street Sports Group, originally Diamond Sports Group, and
Dylan Lee News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 9
Braves, Dylan Lee Could Be Arbitration Hearing Bound to Settle Salary Gap
The Atlanta Braves and lefty Dylan Lee are working toward a deal for the 2026 season. However, it could require an arbitrator to settle the matter. ESPN's Jeff Passan listed 18 players who could be bound for arbitration hearings, including Lee.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 8
Braves, 8 Other MLB Teams, Terminate TV Contracts with Broadcaster
It didn't take long for what could be the grand finale of this regional sports network fiasco to come to a head. The Atlanta Braves, along with the other eight MLB teams televised on the FanDuel Sports Network, have terminated their contracts with Main Street Sports Group.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 8
FanGraphs Projections Favorable for Braves Starting Rotation
As we inch closer to Spring Traning, it doesn’t hurt to check in on what expectations are for members of the Atlanta Braves. After a turbulent 2025 for the starting rotation, FanGraphs expects the chaos to calm a bit. However, when looking deeper into the Steamer projections, it’s clear that last season had an impact on the projections.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 8
Atlanta Braves TV Viewing Still in Flux as Chaos Ensues into New Year
The Atlanta Braves are among the good chunk of teams in Major League Baseball who could see their TV money take a massive hit. Main Street Sports Group,
Austin Riley News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 7
Braves All-Star's Big Contract Projected to Become a Nightmarish Deal
It's been a tough go-around for Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley the past two seasons. While some think a bounce-back could still be in the cards, others think he'll continue to be on the decline.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 7
Braves Connected to All-Star Right-Hander Again in Latest Prediction
As the offseason pushes into the final couple of months, the Atlanta Braves continue to be paired up with a specific free agent. This time, it's Sports Illustrated's Will Laws and Nick Selbe pairing them up with All-Star starting pitcher Zac Gallen.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 6
Braves Set to Sign Two Key International Prospects When Window Opens
The Atlanta Braves have their international prospect signings in mind for when the window opens to make the move. According to Baseball America, shortstop Jose Mañon and outfielder Starling De La Cruz are expected to be bound for the Braves organization.
Freddy Peralta News / SportsTalkATL / January 5
What would a Braves trade for Freddy Peralta look like?
A recent report from Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic named the Braves one of the interested parties in the Freddy Peralta sweepstakes, as conversations are beginning to pick up surrounding the Brewers ace.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 2
Braves potential 2026 roster if the season started today
The holidays have slowed down an already painfully slow MLB free-agency period that still features many of the biggest names in the game remaining on the market, some of which appear to be piquing the interest of the Braves.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 2
Latest on the Braves pursuit of another starting pitcher
We’ve reached the point in the MLB offseason where things are moving painfully slow, but one significant domino did fall over the holiday break with Japanese starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai inking a deal with the Houston Astros.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / January 1
Atlanta Braves' revamped roster still missing key element
The Atlanta Braves have been active in attempting to put their disappointing 2025 season behind them.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27
Ronald Acuna Jr. crushes HR in Venezuelan League game
Atlanta Braves superstar Ronald Acuna Jr., nicknamed “La Bestia,” delivered a spectacular moment in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP) on Friday night, launching a towering home run for his Tiburones de La Guaira against the Navegantes del Magallanes.
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