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Braves rumors: Atlanta expected to add $50 million to payroll

The Atlanta Braves had a disappointing season, and they’d probably tell you the same thing. They came into the year with a lot of expectations, and they had the talent to be among the top teams in the league.

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Attractive free agent targets based on contract predictions

The Braves’ recent decision to decline the options on Tyler Kinley and Pierce Johnson leaves them with no choice but to be extremely active this offseason.

Didier Fuentes News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 10

What Projections Say About Braves Didier Fuentes' Outlook...For Now

The 2025 season saw Atlanta Braves prospect pitcher Didier Fuentes thrust into a Major League starting role that he wasn't quite ready for. The team's No.

Raisel Iglesias News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 9

Clutch Closer Hitting Free-Agent Market, Realistic Option for Braves?

Raisel Iglesias is a free agent, meaning the Atlanta Braves could be in need of a new closer. While they're reportedly going to be in the hunt to re-sign him, there are no guarantees that they'll win out.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

Ha-seong Kim News / Sporting News / November 9

Braves predicted to sign $26M All-Star with Ozzie Albies-like traits to replace Ha-Seong Kim

The Braves might have an under the radar move up their sleeve.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 8

Atlanta Braves fans enter offseason with one big reason for optimism

After finishing 76-86 in 2025, the Atlanta Braves have already begun turning the page ahead of next season.

What’s left of the Atlanta Braves bullpen?

ESPN lays out predictions for Ha-Seong Kim, Raisel Iglesias, and Marcell Ozuna

The 30 greatest MLB nicknames of all time

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / November 8

Braves sign 16-year veteran starter with World Series experience, 112 career wins

The Atlanta Braves just made one of their first deals to begin the offseason.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 8

Braves Re-Sign Two Pitchers, Including Veteran Starter

The Atlanta Braves ensure veteran starting pitching depth remains in the system. According to Baseball America's Matt Eddy, they have re-signed Carlos Carrasco and Darius Vines to minor league contracts.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 8

ESPN lays out predictions for Ha-Seong Kim, Raisel Iglesias, and Marcell Ozuna

The Braves have three of their own players currently testing free agency, and there’s obvious interest in bringing at least two of them back. Alex Anthopoulos said at the end of the season that re-signing Ha-Seong Kim would be a priority.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / November 8

Braves' Walt Weiss' new coaching staff signals cultural shift not seen in Atlanta in years

The Atlanta Braves might just be bringing in a new era.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 7

Braves’ Walt Weiss sends message to fans after becoming Atlanta manager

The Atlanta Braves officially named Walt Weiss their new manager on Monday, promoting their longtime bench coach to replace Brian Snitker, who transitioned to a senior advisory role following the 2025 season.

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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.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7

Braves to make two front office promotions

The Braves are expected to move two executives into assistant general manager roles.

Atlanta Braves kick Chris Sale can down the road

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / November 7

Raisel Iglesias's time as a closer could be done, per ESPN insider

Raisel Iglesias is projected to become a setup man in 2026.

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The 'College Basketball 'Power 4' team names' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Rookie TD pass leaders by team' quiz

The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Ha-seong Kim News / Sporting News / November 7

Ha-Seong Kim predicted to sign one-year deal after opting out with the Braves

Ha-Seong Kim may have been better off sticking to his deal with the Braves.

Tony Mansolino News / SportsTalkATL / November 7

Braves fill key coaching vacancies with J.P. Martinez and Tony Mansolino

Walt Weiss’ staff is coming together with the hiring of two more coaches. Tony Mansolino has been named the Braves’ third-base coach, and J.P. Martinez will be in charge of the bullpen.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 7

Braves Announce Two More Additions to Walt Weiss Era Staff

The Atlanta Braves announced two more additions to Walt Weiss's coaching staff. Tony Mansolino will join the staff as the Major League third base coach, and JP Martinez will serve as the Major League bullpen coach.

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / November 7

Free Agency Fixes: Key Targets for the Atlanta Braves’ 2026 Resurgence

After a disappointing 2025 season marked by injuries and inconsistency, the Atlanta Braves missed the playoffs for the first time in several years, highlighting clear roster deficiencies.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 7

Braves predicted to land several intriguing free agents

With free agency underway, the Braves really don’t have much of a choice but to be incredibly active, especially after Thursday’s moves in which they declined the options on both Pierce Johnson and Tyler Kinley.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 7

Key Braves Free Agent Predicted to Re-Sign with Team

The Atlanta Braves are seeing key names head into free agency. However, one at a key position is predicted to stick around. MLB Trade Rumors put out predictions for the top 50 free agents, and three of the four writers predicted that Ha-Seong Kim would re-sign.

Bo Bichette News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 7

Braves rumors: Atlanta a team to watch in Bo Bichette free agency sweepstakes

For the first time since 2018, the Atlanta Braves missed out on the playoffs in 2025. Perhaps a big splash in free agency is what the Braves need to get back on top.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 7

What’s left of the Atlanta Braves bullpen?

After a couple of rather shocking decisions on Thursday — declining the options of both Pierce Johnson and Tyler Kinley — the number of proven major-league relievers on the Braves roster is nearly non-existent.

Pierce Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Braves decline club option on veteran reliever

The Braves will decline their $7M club option on right-handed reliever Pierce Johnson. He’ll receive a $250K buyout and become a free agent.

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Braves hire 2 coaches away from division rival

The Atlanta Braves are shaking up their coaching staff by poaching from a division rival. The Braves are hiring Jeremy Hefner as their new pitching coach and Antoan Richardson as their new first base coach.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 6