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Marcell Ozuna back in the lineup, bats seventh

The now part-time DH drops in the lineup as his struggles continue and his time in Atlanta likely wraps up Hoping to even the series (I guess), the Braves bring Marcell Ozuna back into the lineup as DH, but bats seventh, a precipitous drop.

Spencer Strider News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 26

Braves Spencer Strider Seen Making Heated Comments to Tim Hyers

Emotions were caught running high for Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Strider Friday night in the 8-3 loss to the Texas Rangers. Baseball Doesn’t

Brian Snitker News / SportsTalkATL / July 26

Four external candidates to replace Brian Snitker as Braves manager

The Atlanta Braves continue to slide down the standings, and it’s very clear some pretty significant changes need to be made in the offseason. The Braves have a number of roster needs.

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The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

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Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 26

Grant Holmes duels Kumar Rocker, as nihilism sets in for the 2025 Braves

One of 2025’s bright spots for Atlanta will take the mound in Arlington One of 2025’s bright spots for Atlanta will take the mound in Dallas as we are really just running out the clock on the season at this point as far as team success goes.

Michael Harris News / SportsTalkATL / July 26

Is this adjustment turning things around for Michael Harris II?

The Braves have become almost impossible to watch, dropping their third straight game last night as they continue to fall further into the abyss. Atlanta has only won one of their last nine series, and unfortunately, things probably are only going to get worse moving forward.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 26

Baseball America unveils Braves new top 10 prospects

Following the MLB Draft, Baseball America updated every club’s top 30 prospects list. Here’s how they ranked the Braves top 10 prospects Lucas Braun was a sixth-round selection in the 2023 MLB Draft that really popped up on the radar last year following a promotion to then AA Mississippi.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 26

Absence of Top Braves Rotation Arms Growing More Noticeable

It was a rough night for left-hander Joey Wentz from start to finish. In his second start for the Atlanta Braves, he allowed four runs, three earned, over 4 1/3 innings pitched.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 26

Would you rather have a top six draft pick or a third place finish?

It’s Sophie’s choice for losers The Braves are fully ensconced in fourth place in the NL East right now. The Phillies and Mets have long since outrun the Braves.

Scott Proctor News / Talking Chop / July 26

This Day in Braves History: The Scott Proctor Game

Or The Jerry Meals Game if you live in Pittsburgh. 1962: Warren Spahn sets a National League record for pitchers with his 31st career home run in a 6-1 Braves’ win over the Mets.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 26

Can you guess this Braves third baseman in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out what Braves player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the Battery Power in-5 daily trivia game.

MLB News / Talking Chop / July 25

Braves lose again, this time to the Rangers

Wash, rinse, repeat. The Atlanta Braves stunk it up again on Friday night against the Texas Rangers to fall to 44-58 on the season. Only 60 games to go.

Austin Riley News / Talking Chop / July 25

Austin Riley bats fifth in return to Braves lineup from IL

Earlier today, the rumors that Austin Riley would be activated in time for Friday evening’s series opener for the Atlanta Braves against the Texas Rangers turned out to be true.

Marcell Ozuna News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 25

Braves Ozuna Named In Another Deadline Prediction

All signs continue to point to the Atlanta Braves shipping off designated hitter Marcell Ozuna at the trade deadline. The Athletic wrote up on one player from each team who will be wearing a new uniform next week - i.e., after the deadline - and Ozuna was naturally the Braves' pick. He joins his former Braves teammate Michael Soroka on the list.

Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / July 25

MLB Quietly Ends Review Into Braves’ Coach After Jazz Chisholm Confrontation

The league has closed its review of Saturday’s dugout dustup between Atlanta Braves assistant coach Eddie Perez and New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr., sources told Athlon Sports.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / July 25

Braves Sign Auburn Star First Baseman Following MLB Draft

The Atlanta Braves have signed undrafted free agent first baseman Cooper McMurray out of Auburn. The Auburn Tigers baseball X (formerly Twitter) account announced the deal.

Brian Snitker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25

Writer believes former Braves All-Star makes sense as ‘Brian Snitker successor’

Longtime Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker will likely retire after this season, and one writer has already suggested a possible replacement who spent the majority of his MLB career with the franchise.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 25

Braves reinstate Austin Riley, Nacho Alvarez back to Gwinnett

Ahead of their nine-game road trip, the Atlanta Braves have reinstated Austin Riley. In a corresponding move, Nacho Alvarez is going back to Gwinnett. Riley has missed the last two weeks with an abdominal strain.

Austin Riley News / Field Level Media / July 25

Braves reinstate 3B Austin Riley from injured list

The Atlanta Braves reinstated third baseman Austin Riley from the 10-day injured list on Friday. The two-time All-Star landed on the IL on July 12 with a right abdominal strain.

Jesse Chavez News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Journeyman reliever announces retirement

Right-hander Jesse Chavez announced his retirement on Foul Territory today. He was on the Braves’ roster until recently but was designated for assignment a week ago when that club acquired Dane Dunning.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 24

Braves rumors: What Atlanta has ‘no interest’ in doing at trade deadline

With rumors surrounding the Atlanta Braves ahead of the trade deadline, the latest reports provide more insight into the type of deals the team is not interested in making.

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / July 24

Rebuild Incoming? Braves Could Shake Up Roster Before 2026

Currently, the Atlanta Braves are 10.5 games out of a wild card position, as they are 13 games below .500. Additionally, the Braves are four games behind the Miami Marlins in the NL East, with a record of 44-57.

Austin Riley News / Last Word On Sports / July 23

Braves Targeting Friday Return for Injured Third Baseman

Austin Riley was eligible to return from the injured list on Tuesday, but the Atlanta Braves will wait at least a few more days before activating their star third baseman.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23

'Really cool': NASCAR driver weighs in on MLB's Speedway Classic at racetrack

On Aug. 2, Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway won't be filled with the deafening sound of roaring engines. Instead, fans will watch a regular-season MLB game at the racetrack.

'It's been a home for me': Noah Gragson finding stability with Front Row Motorsports

One player from each NL club who deserved more HOF consideration

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Ozzie Albies News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Braves Facing Ozzie Albies Decision After Trade Plans Get Revealed

Second baseman Ozzie Albies is in his ninth season for Atlanta Braves after making his MLB debut in 2017. Albies has enjoyed an exceptional career in Atlanta, earning three All-Star selections, two Silver Slugger awards and leading the National League in hits in 2019.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 19

Are Braves giving up on a potential Marcell Ozuna trade?

With the 2025 MLB trade deadline quickly approaching, an Atlanta Braves decision surrounding Marcell Ozuna and his near-term future with the franchise could be taking an interesting turn.

One potential factor in Ozuna trade talks

Can the Braves snatch rival All-Star slugger in free agency?

Yankees reportedly interested in trading for this All-Star slugger

MLB insider says Eugenio Suarez 'fits' this NL Central team

Phillies can't let Kyle Schwarber leave

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