Lane Thomas: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

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Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / September 11

Braves Add Speedy 29-Year-Old Outfielder in Late-Season Move

The Atlanta Braves recalled 29-year-old outfielder DaShawn Keirsey Jr. from Triple-A Gwinnett on Friday and placed Lane Thomas on the 10-day injured list with a strained left intercostal muscle, backdated to September 8.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 11

Braves place OF Lane Thomas (ribs) on injured list

The Atlanta Braves placed outfielder Lane Thomas on the 10-day injured list Friday with a strained left intercostal muscle. Thomas, 31, was a late scratch before Thursday's 3-1 win against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11

Braves Place Lane Thomas On Injured List

The Braves announced that outfielder Lane Thomas is headed to the IL with an intercostal strain. Thomas was injured while taking batting practice ahead of Thursday’s matchup against the Rays.

Lane Thomas News / Yardbarker / September 10

Lane Thomas lands on IL as underwhelming Braves tenure gets worse

Thomas certainly hadn't yet made an impact, and with an announcement from Braves manager Walt Weiss on Thursday, he won't be making one anytime soon.

MLB insider reveals Braves tried to trade Spencer Strider for Jacob deGrom

MLB game sets season record with remarkably quick finish

The 'National League Rookies of the Year' quiz

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Braves Make Lineup Change Moments Before Rays Game

The Atlanta Braves made a late change to their starting lineup Thursday after Lane Thomas was scratched moments before the series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / September 7

Lane Thomas in lineup at RF, Ronald Acuña at DH for Braves at Phillies

The Atlanta Braves have been one of the best teams since the All-Star break, and also have won the most games against winning teams in MLB. That being said, it has not been because of their underperforming offense.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 20

Lane Thomas, Sean Murphy back in lineup for Braves-White Sox series finale

Before we get to the Pokemon card collector battle that is Sale vs. Misiorowski tomorrow afternoon, there’s one left to play in Chicago. Returning to Rate Field, the Braves will be trying to salvage a series against Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox starting at 2:10 pm ET.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 15

Lane Thomas starts in left, Mauricio Dubon mans short against the lefty Rodriguez

The Braves are stacking right-handed bats with a lefty starter on the mound for Arizona. While Ha-Seong Kim is still mysteriously present on the bench without being used for…anything, Dubon does replace Jarvis in the more advantageous platoon situation.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 15

Lane Thomas Embracing New Role Since Joining Atlanta Braves

When Lane Thomas was pulled mid-game out in Colorado on Aug. 1, his role in baseball experienced a shift. He went from being the everyday centerfielder in Kansas City to being a platoon corner outfielder on the Atlanta Braves.

MLB News / Battery Power / August 12

Ronald Acuña Jr. leads off, Lane Thomas and Mauricio Dubón start in Mets series finale

The Atlanta Braves may have lost the season series to the New York Mets, but a victory in tonight’s finale will earn them a much-needed series win following the series loss in the Bronx.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 6

Which of Lane Thomas, Tyler Mahle, and Brent Suter will have the biggest impact?

This is a really quick one because I uh… forgot… yesterday (and today), until now. The Braves basically acquired three guys at the Trade Deadline. One has already appeared, two have not.

Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / August 5

Sean Murphy, Lane Thomas in lineup and Dubón at SS for Braves

The Atlanta Braves will be facing the Miami Marlins this evening in a matchup that brings two offenses on the opposite end of the spectrum in terms of runs scored.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 3

How Braves Aim to Utilize Outfielder Lane Thomas

The Atlanta Braves have a new face in the lineup down the stretch of the season. Outfielder Lane Thomas is scheduled to report to the team on Monday after being traded to them by the Kansas City Royals over the weekend.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Lane Thomas Makes Personal Admission After Braves Trade

The Atlanta Braves completed a trade with the Kansas City Royals for outfielder Lane Thomas on Saturday. The Braves also received left-hander Bailey Falter in the deal, while giving up minor league arms Lucas Braun (AAA) and Carter Holton (A).

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / August 2

Braves acquire Royals OF Lane Thomas, LHP Bailey Falter

The Atlanta Braves added depth on the offensive and pitching sides on Saturday night, acquiring outfielder Lane Thomas and left-hander Bailey Falter from the Kansas City Royals.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1

Braves get needed depth in trade with Royals

The Atlanta Braves needed to fortify their outfield and bolster their pitching staff. Both boxes may have been checked in a trade with the Kansas City Royals.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Braves Acquire Lane Thomas, Bailey Falter From Royals

9:41pm: Both sides have officially announced the trade. 8:34pm: The Braves are adding outfielder Lane Thomas and left-hander Bailey Falter in a trade with the Royals, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN.

Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Lane Thomas Fantasy Outlook: Is His Hot Streak Worth Buying?

After a down 2025 and a slow start to 2026, Lane Thomas has finally landed on a heater. Things didn’t look pretty back in May when the veteran outfielder was logging far-below-average numbers in his first stint with the Royals.