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Options for Braves Closer if Raisel Iglesias Walks

With the official start of the offseason approaching, so will some reality checks. Closer Raisel Iglesias will be a free agent this winter. The Atlanta Braves would be wise to re-sign him after his midseason resurgence, but there are no guarantees.

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Atlanta Braves Make Big Change After Missing MLB Playoffs

The Atlanta Braves missed the MLB playoffs for the first time since 2017, ending a seven-year postseason streak that included a World Series title in 2021.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 9

Braves reunite with $1 million World Series champion for third stint after recent breakup

The Atlanta Braves are bringing back a familiar face after recently letting him go.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 9

Braves Prospects in Top 100 Entering Offseason

The Atlanta Braves head into the offseason with some standout prospects, despite the overall outlook of the farm system. Back in August, MLB.com ranked the Braves as having the 28th-ranked best system, which is third to last.

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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 'MLB yearly hits leaders since 2000' quiz

The '2025 MLB hits leaders' quiz

The 'MLB playoffs all-time hit leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 9

Ronald Acuña Jr. chimes in on Braves next manager debate

As of now, there have been no leaks about who might take over as the next Atlanta Braves manager, and nobody really knows what Alex Anthopoulos is considering.

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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 / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 9

Braves Bring Back Catcher on Minor League Contract

The Atlanta Braves bring veteran catching depth back into the system. According to his transaction page, Sandy León is back on a minor league deal. He has been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett, where he spent nearly all of the last two seasons.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 8

Braves Make Next Major Shakeup to Staff

The Atlanta Braves have reportedly made their latest change to the staff. They have parted ways with the director of pitching development, Paul Davis, per source. A previous position that he held, before his time with the Braves, was the pitching coach of the Seattle Mariners, and he spent five years with the St.

Sandy Leon News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 8

Braves sign former World Series champion

Catcher Sandy Leon has returned to the Braves on a minor league deal.

Every MLB player who hit 30 home runs in their rookie season

The '2022 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 8

The Oddly Deep Connection Between Atlanta Braves and Hockey

Atlanta is no stranger to hockey. They've had two NHL teams call the city home over the last 50 years, and the Atlanta Gladiators of the ECHL still represent the city over the winter.

Marcell Ozuna News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 8

What to Do with the Braves Designated Hitter Position

As we get into the offseason, a tricky question comes up again: What are the Atlanta Braves to do about the designated hitter position? Before the 2025 season, there wasn't a debate.

Skip Schumaker News / SportsTalkATL / October 8

Braves interest in Skip Schumaker, and more coaching staff changes

This is one of the more remarkable hiring cycles in recent memory, featuring seven job openings, only one of which has been filled, with Skip Schumaker taking over in Texas after spending this season as a special advisor with the Rangers.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 7

Report: Braves Didn't Inquire on Potential Manager Candidate

The Atlanta Braves recently missed out on a potential option for their next manager, or so that’s how it initially appeared. As the rumor mill churns, it was reported by The Athletic’s Brittany Ghiroli, every team with a manager opening, besides the Braves, checked in on Skip Schumaker.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 7

Report: Braves Permit Coaches to Interview with Other Teams

The door has been opened for a bigger change to the Atlanta Braves coaching staff ahead of next season. According to The Athletic’s Brittany Ghiroli, coaches

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 7

Three under the radar candidates to be the next Braves manager

When it became official that Brian Snitker would be stepping down as the Braves manager, the same four names were floated by nearly every MLB insider imaginable — Skip Schumaker (already named Rangers manager), Walt Weiss, David Ross, and Mark DeRosa.

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The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB two-rushing-TD games' quiz

The 'Active 10-reception NFL games' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 7

Notable Braves Players to Watch in Arizona Fall League

Action in the Arizona Fall League is getting underway. The Atlanta Braves reps on the Glendale Desert Dogs will look to make the most of the extra playing time starting on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 7

Bleacher Report names 'best' and 'wildest' candidates for Braves managerial opening

In his most recent press conference, Alex Anthopoulos admitted he laughed at some of the names being connected to the Braves’ managerial opening, noting he hasn’t even begun the process of evaluating candidates following Brian Snitker’s decision to retire last week.

Nick Allen News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 7

Determining Nick Allen's Role with Atlanta Braves in 2026

Nick Allen saw himself both win over and then lose the starting job at shortstop during the Atlanta Braves' 2025 season. Orlando Arcia began the year at the position, with Ha-Seong Kim commanding it by the end. He started 126 games for the Braves, flashing Gold Glove-caliber defense throughout.