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Saturday, August 29, 2026
Braves News: Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach updates, and more

The Atlanta Braves received some unfortunate news on the pitching front Friday, as two starting pitchers will be undergoing surgery. Right-hander Hurston Waldrep will undergo Tommy John surgery,...

List of Braves’ Silver Slugger candidates shows the dire state of Atlanta’s offense

The Atlanta Braves' offense is not nearly as potent as it once was, and the list of their viable Silver Slugger candidates proves it.

Slumping Acuna shifts to cleanup, sparks Braves

Batting cleanup for the first time since 2022, Ronald Acuna broke out with three hits to lift the Braves to a 6-4 win over the Rockies on Friday night.

Friday, August 28, 2026
Harris homer leads Braves’ hit parade as Braves win 80th game and series opener versus the Rockies

You can’t get a high-octane, 1-0 complete game every night. The series opener for Braves-Rockies was always bound to feel different than this last few nights versus Los Angeles, and boy, did it...

Michael Harris II's extra-base hits lead Braves past Rockies

Michael Harris II homered, doubled and drove in three runs, Ronald Acuna Jr. added three hits and three runs, and the host Atlanta Braves beat the Col

Braves' Schwellenbach, Waldrep done for season

Braves right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep will have season-ending surgeries following setbacks in their rehabilitations from right elbow procedures before the season.

Rockies at Braves Chat and Discussion: Grant Holmes vs. Tomoyuki Sugano

Get your Friday reds on – it’s nearly time for the Braves-Rockies series opener. Dubie gets to be the featured photo on this today because of the time he left eyeblack on the wall at Coors the...

Concerns over Braves’ bullpen being overworked are exaggerated with one glaring exception

The Atlanta Braves' bullpen isn't as overworked as Walt Weiss has been implying...unless we are talking about Dylan Lee.

Braves $7M promising duo reportedly out for the season after undergoing season-ending surgeries

The Atlanta Braves officially announced that two of their young stars in the making will be requiring season ending procedures. The two starters were excellent for the Braves last season, but...

Braves share awful Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach injury updates as options dwindle

The Atlanta Braves' rotation woes are not getting any better this season, as the last of their potential starting pitching depth just evaporated.

Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Two Braves right-handers will undergo elbow surgery, per Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach is undergoing surgery for the same elbow fracture he dealt with last year while...

Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach to have surgery

The Atlanta Braves have announced that injured starting pitcher Hurston Waldrep will have to undergo “Tommy John” surgery and fellow starter Spencer Schwellenbach will also have surgery on the...

Ronald Acuña Jr. returns to hit cleanup, Austin Riley gets a day off as Braves open series against Colorado

New series, new lineup. The homestand continues with the Colorado Rockies in town for the weekend. For tonight’s opener, Walt Weiss has made some adjustments: Lots to unpack here, but my eyes went...

Grant Holmes starts the Friday night showdown in Rockies series opener

TGIF, folks. How are we feeling after that series sweep? For most enjoyers of the sport, those three games were hailed as “good baseball.” Now that we’re on the other side of it, I agree, but it...

Chris Sale makes Cy Young statement with complete-game shutout as Braves complete sweep of Dodgers

The Braves gained significant ground on the Dodgers in the NL postseason picture

Chris Sale made history with the Braves vs. Dodgers, and it just makes no sense

The Atlanta Braves got to witness something truly special out of Chris Sale against the Dodgers that you are unlikely to see very often ever again.

Chris Sale Turned Back the Clock Against the Dodgers in Incredible Fashion

Chris Sale tossed a complete game shutout against the Dodgers, turning back the clock and giving the Braves a massive boost in the playoff race.

Braves Minor League Recap: Luis Guanipa Goes Deep

Luis Guanipa has started to find some success in Rome, and started out his night with his third High-A home run and 14th of the year. He was unfortunately the only Emps batter who was awake, but...

What’s your favorite Chris Sale memory?

Was it last night? Him receiving his sword? Maybe some specific start from earlier this year… or 2024? Maybe, in retrospect, it’s just learning that he was acquired for Vaughn Grissom, with the...

Fresh off sweep, Braves intend to keep guard up vs. Rockies

The Atlanta Braves are fresh off one of the regular season's most impressive series to date, sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in three tightly contest

Braves News: Chris Sale throws shutout, Robert Suarez update, and more

It was a night to remember for Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves, who completed the sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers after Thursday’s 1-0 win. Sale was dominant, throwing his first shutout since...

Braves vs. Dodgers series recap: A spectacularly strange sweep

Shohei Ohtani ending a game stranded at third base with a leadoff triple. An .066 hitter coming up huge with a walk-off hit. A game ending 1-0 where the only run was scored on the first pitch of...

Despite Braves sweeping the Dodgers, Atlanta's path to first round bye is uphill battle

Completing a sweep over the Dodgers was massive for the Braves, but the difference in each contender's September schedule makes it hard to secure a playoff bye.

5 Braves hitting prospects that could have Silver Slugger Awards in their future

After their farm system overhaul, the Atlanta Braves have quite the prospect pipeline of hitting talent that is on the way.

MLB roundup: Chris Sale fans 11 in complete game as Braves blank Dodgers

Chris Sale struck out 11 on Thursday while throwing his first complete game in seven years, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 1-0 victory over the visit

'This is mine': Sale tops 100 mph, goes distance

Chris Sale threw his two fastest pitches since 2018, both to Shohei Ohtani, in his first complete game since 2019 as the Braves clinched a sweep of the Dodgers.

Thursday, August 27, 2026
Sale on brooms: ace’s shutout sweeps away Dodgers, 1-0

Chris Sale is a consummate ace. It seems unlikely that anyone would contest this at this point, but if they ever do… just point ‘em at this game. In a marquee pitching matchup that featured...

Braves finish sweep of Dodgers behind Chris Sale's CG, 11 K's

Chris Sale struck out 11 on Thursday while throwing his first complete game in seven years, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 1-0 victory over the visit

Walt Weiss turns to unexpected answer for Braves’ shortstop problem

After months of searching for stability at shortstop, the Braves may have finally found their answer as Mauricio Dubon’s role continues to grow.

Braves vs. Dodgers chat and discussion: Chris Sale vs. Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Chris Sale battles another ace.

Ha-Seong Kim starts at short, Ronald Acuña Jr. gets a day off

Lineup shuffles are all the rage: Honestly, this is just a strange-looking lineup. Mauricio Dubon is still hitting cleanup, but Ozzie Albies slides up to second in Ronald Acuña Jr.’s absence. Lane...

Top Braves prospect Eric Hartman figured something out at Double-A after prolonged slump

Atlanta Braves prospect Eric Hartman struggled when he first reached the Double-A level. However, it seems he's found a way to break out of his slump.

This Braves MVP history quiz is only for diehard fans (and it shows a storied past)

There have been a lot of Atlanta Braves players that have received MVP votes since 1990. Can you name all of them?

Braves could replace struggling veteran outfielders with .946 OPS prospect

This outfield prospect could be a sneaky big September call-up for the Braves.

Braves go for sweep of Dodgers as Chris Sale duels another ace

When the Braves took a series against the Dodgers in May by winning consecutive 7-2 contests after dropping the first game, it was an unexpected but welcome surprise amid an incredible two-month...

Braves predicted to release disappointing $42M Silver Slugger, All-Star, 14-year veteran

The Atlanta Braves have been ashamed of this guy ever since he arrived last season. He has missed more games than played, so it is time for Atlanta to let go.

Worst-To-First Retrospective: NLCS MVP Steve Avery reflects on the 1991 season

It’s been 35 years since the 1991 Atlanta Braves changed the trajectory of the franchise with an improbable run to the World Series and a classic encounter with the Minnesota Twins.  Though...

Here's where Ha-Seong Kim's knock ranks among most unexpected Braves walk-offs since 2006

The Atlanta Braves got a very unexpected contribution from beleaguered shortstop Ha-Seong Kim against the Dodgers. Here is where his walk-off ranks.

Braves Minor League Recap: David McCabe homers in Gwinnett win

All told it was a banner day down on the farm as both the pitching and offense was in top form from triple-A to low-A. Let’s dive into it all. (64-63) Gwinnett Stripers 5, (57-69) Louisville Bats...

Dylan Lee has saved the Braves on multiple levels and doesn't get enough credit for it

Dylan Lee has been extremely valuable for the Atlanta Braves this season. We take a look at what makes Lee so special, and how he saved the Braves season.

Was that the game of the year (so far)? If not, what was?

Boy, that was a memorable game for all sorts of reasons: … and of course, Kim coming through with a solid, 100+ mph, nearly 75+ mph bat speed single to win the game. Maybe the only competition was...

Braves turn to Chris Sale in effort to sweep Dodgers

In an August series that has felt more like October baseball, a pair of star pitchers with playoff experience will highlight a game with postseason im

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands as final month approaches

As we enter September, one NL team makes its top-3 debut as a number of AL wild-card contenders move up and down our list.

A nightmare season turns into a dream moment for Ha-Seong Kim

I’m going to show you a not-so-random clip. It’s from earlier this season on June 3, when the Atlanta Braves were playing the Toronto Blue Jays at home. Ha-Seong Kim as at the plate and he got a...

If the Braves want to succeed in the playoffs, this is how they should line up the rotation

The Atlanta Braves' rotation has been a hot topic of conversations. If/when they make it to the playoffs, this is how they need to line up their starters.

Braves News: Roster move, Dodgers drama, more

Didier Fuentes was a main character in Wednesday night’s epic win over the Dodgers for Atlanta. He worked two scoreless innings, escaping two bases-loaded jams (one of his own creation). This...

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Ha-Seong Kim delivers in Braves' walk-off win over Dodgers

Ha-Seong Kim hit a walk-off single to help lift the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.,Facing Tanner

Ha-Seong Kim, the unlikeliest of heroes, walks it off for the Braves

After a dramatic win last night, the Atlanta Braves were looking to secure a series win against the mighty Los Angeles Dodgers tonight behind AJ Smith-Shawver who took the mound for just the third...

Braves claim RHP Ricky Vanasco off waivers, option him to Gwinnett

The Atlanta Braves have claimed right-handed pitcher Ricky Vanasco off waivers from the Detroit Tigers and have optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. The Tigers designated him for assignment when...

Braves vs Dodgers chat and discussion: AJ Smith-Shawver vs Roki Sasaki

The Atlanta Braves could secure a series win tonight against the Los Angeles Dodgers that could go a long way in boosting confidence that the Braves are in fact a serious contender for the World...

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