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Braves Trade Deadline: Rumors, buying or selling, targets, and more

The Braves are in a precarious position as they remain 9.0 games out of the Wild Card with a roster that many expected to compete for the World Series. With the trade deadline rapidly approaching, it’s fair to wonder just what Alex Anthopoulos will decide to do with the ball club.

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Ranking the Atlanta Braves five best trade chips

At 28-37 and way out of both the divisional and wild card race, there are legitimate questions about whether the Atlanta Braves will be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 9

The Braves bullpen is some of Alex Anthopoulos’ worst work

There are so many different things wrong with the Braves that it’s hard to even begin, but arguably the most glaring is the bullpen, and Alex Anthopoulos’ decision not to bolster that facet this offseason is looking more and more questionable by the day.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 9

SP Involved in Unusual Braves Offseason Move Pouring Salt in Open Wound

There are few members of the Atlanta Braves organization experiencing a strong 2025 season. That includes Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos. While it's not fair to blame Anthopoulos for players underperfoming, it's the GM's job to anticipate where potential player regression could occur.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 6

Did Alex Anthopoulos pay the wrong Braves players?

Over the last half-decade, Alex Anthopoulos and the Braves have handed out more than $773,000,000 in contract extensions, and it’s become increasingly concerning that the Braves might have paid the wrong players.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 4

Alex Anthopoulos’ decision to let Spencer Strider replace Max Fried isn’t looking great

Coming into the offseason, the Braves had rotation concerns with Max Fried and Charlie Morton leaving in free agency as well as Spencer Strider returning from InternalBrace surgery.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 4

Could Braves be looking to make an early trade?

Through 59 games, the Braves are 27-32, good for the fourth-worst record in the National League. For the first time in years, it doesn’t appear as if there is a clear answer as to whether the Braves will buy or sell.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 3

Struggling Offense Continues to Puzzle Braves Front Office

The Atlanta Braves offense continues to remain stagnant despite the talent in the lineup. A third of the way through the season, and the team isn't sure what will get it going again.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 3

Jeff Passan discusses Braves sellable assets ahead of trade deadline

Buyers or Sellers: For the first time in a while, there might not be an easy answer for the Braves ahead of the trade deadline. Sitting at 27-31 through 58 games, Atlanta has the fourth-worst record in the National League, ahead of only the Pirates, Marlins, and Rockies.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 3

Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos comments on Marcell Ozuna’s injury

When it rains, it pours in Atlanta. The Braves just sent A.J. Smith-Shawver to the IL for the rest of the season as the rookie tore his UCL amid the best stretch of play of his career.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 31

Horrific offseason continues to plague Braves

When things are going bad — and boy, are they in Atlanta — finger-pointing will ensue. Every Braves fan believes they have the answer as to why this team is four games under .500 and already 9.5 games back in the NL East after just two months.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 30

Former Blue Jays GM Alex Anthopoulos is feeling the same heat as Atkins to start the 2025 season

It’s always easy for fans to criticize the coaching staff of their favourite team, or, just as frequently a target, the front office. I’ll be the first

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 27

Alex Anthopoulos told Braves fans to be patient with Ozzie Albies

The Braves’ bats have been streaky, with each piece almost taking their turn being the hottest bat in the lineup, but one player who seemingly hasn’t heated up at all this season is Ozzie Albies… until recently.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 23

Are the Atlanta Braves and Liberty Media even trying to win?

A lot has been made about the Braves’ lack of spending this year, sparking some fans to wonder, “Are the Braves and Liberty Media even trying to win?” The club got off to a horrid start, beginning 0-7, but they’ve slowly dug themselves out of that hole, actually even becoming the second-fastest team to reach .500 after a start like that.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 22

Braves GM alludes to blockbuster free agent deal that fell through

The Braves didn’t make any moves to improve the pitching staff this offseason. Hell, the only notable acquisition Alex Anthopoulos made in general was a $42 million free agent deal with Jurickson Profar.

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Ronald Acuña Jr. pushes past potential final hurdle on Wednesday

Another day, another positive development for Ronald Acuña Jr., and this one might just be the last thing the Braves need to see before recalling him to Atlanta.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 20

Alex Anthopoulos comments on Ronald Acuña Jr.’s timeline to return

Ronald Acuña Jr.‘s rehab assignment began last week, and the 2023 NL MVP hasn’t stopped hitting ever since. He homered in his first game back with the Florida Complex League and is hitting .500 with a .750 on-base percentage and one homer since joining the Gwinnett Stripers.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 20

Alex Anthopoulos quashes all luxury tax rumors and concerns for the Braves

Much has been made about the Braves’ lack of spending this past offseason. Instead of pointing the finger at Alex Anthopoulos, a portion of the fan base shifts the blame to ownership, citing Liberty Media dodging the luxury tax threshold.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 19

Alex Anthopoulos talks Braves internal reaction to Jurickson Profar’s suspension

The Braves have had a roller coaster of a season, one that has recently ascended at a rapid rate that should only explode with the return of Ronald Acuna Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 13

Was this Alex Anthopoulos’ biggest offseason miss?

Alex Anthopoulos’ recent track record has come into question of late, which is more than fair. Sending off top prospects and the best catcher in baseball (William Contreras) for Sean Murphy is looking like a real head-scratcher.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 22

Braves payroll limitations could be due to future tax battle

Much like 2024, the Braves 2025 campaign is off to a tumultuous start, highlighted by injuries and inconsistent play. Despite a current four-game winning streak, they still sit at 9-13 on the season, already 6.5 games back of the red-hot New York Mets for first place in the NL East.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 16

Alex Anthopoulos was right to let this Braves free agent walk

The Braves welcome back their ace today as Spencer Strider toes the rubber for the first time in 376 days. His presence is much-needed, as the back-end of the rotation leaves a lot to be desired with Reynaldo Lopez potentially out for the remainder of the season.

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When you look up and down the Braves' current lineup, there are only two areas where you could say they need an upgrade.

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Braves GM expects payroll to rise next season

Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos conducted an end-of-season media session with reporters on Friday morning. Most notably, the GM indicated he expected player payroll to increase going into next year.

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