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2026-10-05 06:40:03

Braves Stun Dodgers Behind Unlikely Pitching Heroes in Game 2

Bullpen game lifts Braves past Dodgers 3-2, evening NLDS as Ray Kerr and Didier Fuentes combine for 19 outs with Chris Sale lined up for Game 3 in Atlanta. read more

2026-10-04 21:50:03

Braves Shuffle Rotation: Kerr Starts Game 2, Sale Game 3

Braves adjust NLDS pitching plans, starting Ray Kerr in Game 2 against the Dodgers and pushing Chris Sale to Game 3 for extra rest. Los Angeles leads the best-of-five series 1-0. read more

2026-10-02 07:10:41

Braves Stun Phillies as Sale Relieves, Harris Homers

Chris Sale's four-out relief on one day's rest and Michael Harris II's three-run homer powered the Braves past the Phillies 6-2 in Game 3, clinching the NL Wild Card Series and a NLDS meeting with the Dodgers. read more

2026-10-02 06:10:03

Braves Edge Phillies in Wild-Card Thriller Behind Sale

Powered by Michael Harris II's three-run homer and Chris Sale's four-out relief save on one day's rest, the Braves beat the Phillies 6-2 in Game 3, advancing to face the Dodgers in the NLDS. read more

2026-09-29 23:40:05

Rileys Late 3-Run Homer Lifts Braves Over Phillies

Austin Riley's three-run, go-ahead homer in the eighth inning powered the Atlanta Braves to a 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of their NL Wild Card Series. read more

2026-09-07 02:50:04

Acuñas 1,000th Hit Fuels Braves Comeback Win Over Phillies

Ronald Acuña Jr. hit a tying three-run homer, earning a curtain call amid Philadelphia boos, as Atlanta rallied past the Phillies 5-4 to extend their NL East lead to five games. read more

2026-08-28 04:40:03

Sales Complete-Game Shutout Sweeps Dodgers in 1-0 Thriller

Chris Sale, 37, threw his first complete game since 2019, hitting 100 mph and striking out 11 in a 1-0 shutout, sweeping the Dodgers and lowering his ERA to 2.06. read more

2026-08-09 19:40:03

Sale ejected before first pitch in Yankees-Braves game

Braves ace Chris Sale was ejected before Sunday's game against the Yankees, a day after a disputed balk call. Manager Walt Weiss was also tossed. Sale, 12-7 with a 2.20 ERA, received his fourth career ejection. read more

2026-08-08 23:20:07

Braves Manager Ejected Over Rare Balk Call Against Sale

Braves manager Walt Weiss was ejected arguing a balk call against ace Chris Sale, allowing a Yankees run in a 5-4 loss. Weiss protected Sale from ejection but got tossed himself. read more

2026-08-03 04:10:45

Braves Acquire Tyler Mahle to Bolster Injury-Plagued Rotation

Braves acquire Tyler Mahle from Giants for pitcher Anthony Molina, bolstering an injury-depleted rotation. Mahle struggled in San Francisco with a 5.13 ERA. Giants continue selling veterans before Monday's deadline. read more

2026-07-27 00:40:09

Braves survive wild finish for improbable win

Braves escape after Ozzie Albies' ninth-inning error, using a five-man infield and a daring intentional walk in the 11th to secure a 3-2 win over the Orioles. Walt Weiss' risky strategy paid off. read more

2026-06-14 19:40:10

Braves Strider faces elbow injury verdict after MRI

Spencer Strider’s MRI showed elbow inflammation; Braves await Dr. Meister’s evaluation. The pitcher, who had Tommy John surgery in 2019 and internal brace in 2024, was placed on the 15-day IL after a rough start. read more

2026-05-19 19:20:07

Braves place Rookie of Year Baldwin on IL

Braves placed reigning NL Rookie of the Year Drake Baldwin on the 10-day IL with a strained right oblique. He's batting .303 with 13 homers and a .932 OPS. Ronald Acuña Jr. is set to return Tuesday. read more

2026-05-14 14:20:04

Braves overtake Dodgers for No. 1 ranking

The Braves surpass the Dodgers at No. 1 in MLB Power Rankings, fueled by Matt Olson's MVP play. Los Angeles drops to second as Shohei Ohtani snaps an 11-game homerless drought. Cardinals debut in top 10. read more

2026-05-14 05:10:06

Braves First MLB Team to Reach 30 Wins

The Braves became MLB's first 30-win team, rallying past the Cubs 4-1 with a three-run eighth inning. Mike Yastrzemski’s pinch-hit double and Mauricio Dubón’s two-run homer led the way, showcasing their deep, selfless roster. read more

2026-05-12 11:50:06

Olson and Baldwin Lead Braves to Dominant Start

Matt Olson (14 HR) and Drake Baldwin (10 HR) power the Braves' MLB-best offense, leading a 28-7 start with a nine-game NL East lead. Their left-handed hitting and in-game communication drive Atlanta's resurgence as World Series contenders. read more

2026-05-09 18:40:38

Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox dies at 84

Bobby Cox, legendary Braves manager with 2,504 wins and a 1995 World Series title, has died at 84. He led 14 straight division titles and entered the Hall of Fame in 2014. read more

2026-05-03 16:00:36

Braves place Acuña on IL, activate Strider

Braves placed Ronald Acuña Jr. on the 10-day IL with a strained left hamstring, while reinstating Spencer Strider for his season debut. Acuña, batting .252, exited Saturday’s game. Strider, recovering from an oblique strain, had strong rehab stats. read more

2026-05-03 07:10:04

Braves Star Acuña Exits with Hamstring Tightness

Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. left Saturday's game with left hamstring tightness after pulling up while running out a ground ball. He will undergo an MRI to determine the injury's severity. The five-time All-Star has been a key player this season. read more

2026-04-27 20:20:03

Braves Move Reynaldo Lopez to Bullpen Temporarily

Braves move Reynaldo Lopez to bullpen to fix delivery flaws, with manager Walt Weiss expecting his return to the rotation. Spencer Strider may debut this weekend. Martin Perez starts Tuesday. Rookie JR Ritchie starts Wednesday. read more

2025-03-31 22:40:05

Braves' Jurickson Profar suspended 80 games for drug violation

Jurickson Profar of the Atlanta Braves receives an 80-game suspension due to a PED violation, starting during Monday's game. Profar denies previous knowledge of the substance, highlighting his love for the game and apologizing to his team and fans. read more