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Drake Baldwin goes to DH and Joey Bart plays catcher for Braves against Pirates
The lineups are out for tonight’s middle game between the Atlanta Braves and the Pittsburgh Pirates and there aren’t too many shocks or surprises going on as far as the Braves are concerned. Michael Harris II is still leading off, Austin Riley is near the bottom, the top of the order seems a bit imposing […]
Braves look to snap losing streak behind Grant Holmes starting against Pirates
After the Atlanta Braves got nearly single-handedly bombed by Ryan O’Hearn, the Braves have now lost at least three-straight games on five different occasions since the start of June. They’re currently going in the wrong direction but they have no choice but to push forward as they look to avoid dropping a series against the […]
Braves Minor League Recap: Hackenburg; De Granpre Pitch Well
There were some impressive performances from two of the Braves pitching prospects on Tuesday night, even if some of the results didn’t match up in the end. Drue Hackenberg looked as good as he has in a long time for the first five innings of his outing, showing a combination of command and stuff that […]
Do you think MLB can effectively tamper with the ball?
The Braves are not having a good time, so let’s do a question that’s essentially a link dump. Or, well, a dump of one very specific link. The emphasis is on the word “effectively,” as we know MLB can and has attempted to tamper with the baseball based on its own information. A couple of […]
Braves News: Owen Murphy optioned, blowout in Pittsburgh, and more
The Atlanta Braves made a series of roster moves ahead of Tuesday’s contest in Pittsburgh. Most notably, right-hander Owen Murphy was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett. In addition, the club selected the contract of lefty Connor Thomas, released righty Daysbel Hernández, recalled righty James Karinchak, and placed righty Tyler Kinley on the paternity list. 22-year-old Murphy […]
Waldrep struggles as Braves lose to Pirates
The Atlanta Braves traveled to PNC Park in hopes of picking up a much needed win after two heartbreaking losses in a row. Hurston Waldrep made his second start of season for the Braves and Paul Skenes was on the mound hoping to rebound from the worst stretch of his young career. The Braves got […]
Braves at Pirates chat and discussion: Hurston Waldrep vs Paul Skenes
The Atlanta Braves could badly use a win as they will be facing the reigning Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and the Pirates. Hurston Waldrep will be taking the mound for his second start of the season, and other than a shaky first inning, he looked like he is ready to come back and […]
Ronald Acuña Jr. is reportedly close to a rehab assignment
It’s been nearly a month since Ronald Acuña Jr. went down with his second Grade One left hamstring strain across the span of two months and the Atlanta Braves have kept to their word when it comes to making sure that Acuña eases back into things following the latest strain. As such, there weren’t many […]
Braves stick with same lineup as they face the Pirates
The Atlanta Braves are headed to Pittsburgh to face the Pirates and they appear to finally be hitting again. After ranking dead last in MLB in runs score in the month of June, the first week July has seen the Braves score the fifth most runs in MLB. A lot of that is thanks to […]
Hurston Waldrep and the Braves take on the Pirates
After two tough losses in a row, the Atlanta Braves will head to PNC Park to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tonight’s matchup will feature newly returned Hurston Waldrep against reigning Cy Young Award winner, Paul Skenes. Both pitchers have something to prove. Waldrep is likely looking to show he is fully good to go, […]
Owen Murphy optioned, James Karinchak recalled, Tyler Kinley placed on paternity list
One last road trip on deck before the All-Star break, and the Braves are making some roster moves ahead of tonight’s opener in Pittsburgh. Yesterday it was Eli White, and now reliever Tyler Kinley will hit the paternity list as he welcomes a new addition to the family. Congratulations, Tyler! May the paternal powers bless […]
The Week Ahead for Atlanta: Will the Braves still be in first by the All-Star break?
Second place is still a long shot but it could happen! It’s a fair question to ask, too. While there was a lot to be encouraged about from this last homestand when it comes to the Atlanta Braves finally and eventually breaking out of extended run of bad form, it’s clear that they’re not quite […]
What was the worst All-Star non-/selection?
This is the sort of thing I normally check myself, but I just haven’t had the time or inclination. The one that jumps out at me immediately is JJ Wetherholt, who is literally seventh in MLB among position players (and I think still in the top ten overall when pitchers and Shohei Ohtani are included), […]
Braves vs. Mets series recap: If it’s not one thing, it’s another
If I told you that over the course of this four game series against the New York Mets that the Atlanta Braves would score 29 runs and hit 11 dingers, you’d think that Atlanta just absolutely had their way with the Mets across the four games. Instead, that offensive explosion coincided with the bullpen continuing […]
Braves News: Owen Murphy Debut, Series Split with Mets, More
Monday was another disappointing development for the Braves. Despite another good start from Reynaldo Lopez, the Braves gave up the lead in the top of the 9th inning and then lost in extras. The game included the MLB debut of Braves prospect Owen Murphy, who was one strike away from allowing no runs in the […]
Braves lose coin-flip game after a solid start from Reynaldo Lopez
Looking for a series win in a four game series, the Braves had Reynaldo Lopez on the mound, hoping to build on his last start against Freddy Peralta and the Mets. Michael Harris gave Atlanta a chance to take an early lead in the first with a leadoff single, but Peralta got out of it […]
Braves vs Mets Game Thread: 7/6/2026
The Braves have a chance for a 4-game series win behind Reynaldo Lopez against the Mets today. Join us and discuss tonight’s game in the comments below! Game Info Game Date/Time: Monday, July 6, 7:15 p.m. ET Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA TV: BravesVision Streaming: MLB.tv Radio: 680 AM / 93.7 FM The Fan
Braves news and notes: Walt Weiss defines Owen Murphy’s role, speaks on the farm system, Austin Riley
The series finale between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets is about to start shortly and as usual, Walt Weiss spoke with the media ahead of the game and gave his thoughts on various hot On Owen Murphy “Good for him [earning a call-up],” began Weiss when talking about Owen Murphy. “He’s going […]
Braves place Eli White on the paternity list, select José Azócar to active roster
A hearty congratulations to girl dad Eli White. In another set of moves prior to tonight’s series finale versus the Mets, the Braves placed him on the paternity list. Back with the major league club is outfielder José Azócar. Azócar is on a variation of the Carrasco minor league contract / selection / DFA / […]
Michael Harris leads off, Jim Jarvis starts at shortstop vs Mets
Going for a series win behind Reynaldo Lopez, the Braves are shuffling their lineup a bit, swapping Michael Harris up to the leadoff spot and Drake Baldwin down to cleanup. Jim Jarvis gets another start at shortstop, facing the righty Peralta. Meanwhile, AJ Ewing gets the start at leadoff for the Mets and Francisco Lindor […]
Braves go for series win, facing Freddy Peralta
At the time that I am writing this, it appears that top prospect Owen Murphy is being called up, but its unclear when he will be deployed, though presumably he will either start today’s game or tomorrow’s. The scheduled starter has been Reynaldo Lopez for today’s game. Lopez is coming off his best start in […]
Braves officially call up Owen Murphy, DFA Carlos Carrasco, recall JR Ritchie and place Martín Pérez on IL
On Sunday night, we reported that Owen Murphy would be the next big prospect call-up for the Atlanta Braves. This was after the news came out that Martín Pérez would likely be heading to the IL due to the injury that he suffered after getting hit with a comebacker during Sunday’s loss to the Mets. […]
Atlanta Braves 2026 MLB Draft Preview: Scouting the MLB Draft League
I wrote this same piece last year and some of these names have already been making noise. Miguel Sime is a part of the Futures Game, Samuel Cozart is a potential first rounder next year after going to college instead of signing, and one of the honorable mentions (Cardell Thibodeaux) recently signed with the Braves […]
Braves Minor League Recap: Cam Caminiti, AJ Smith-Shawver shine
(42-43) Gwinnett Stripers @ (37-49) Durham Bulls – POSTPONED (35-41) Columbus Clingstones 4, (46-35) Knoxville Smokies 5 Box Score After going ahead early, the Clingstones were unable to make a one run lead last – unfortunately due to some timely hitting by the Smokies in the games middle innings. Brett Sears got the start for […]
Why isn’t Dylan Lee an All-Star?
Talking about All-Star selections these days feels kind of weird, because it’s to the level where I’m not even sure the league cares that much (the players probably do, not the league), and the deluge of injury and “I-just-don’t-wanna-play” replacements makes the actual proceedings less like an All-Star Game and more like a WBC-but-with-even-less-commitment. Anyway, […]
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