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Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The Braves and Chris Sale look for NLDS series lead over Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves have survived back-to-back starts from former Cy Young award winners to travel home with a 1-1 tie in the NLDS. This evening, they will be deploying their own former Cy Young...

Braves must buck their own history against Yoshinobu Yamamoto to take control of NLDS

The Atlanta Braves have a real chance to seize all of the momentum in the NLDS. To do so, the Braves' offense has to finally figure out Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

Five Players Elect Minor League Free Agency

A handful of former major leaguers hit the open market this week. They’ll get a head start on free agency as the MLB playoffs unfold. These free agent elections were listed on the MiLB.com...

Ronald Acuña Jr.'s remarks detail past Braves drama, but fuel speculation over his target

We should be talking about the Atlanta Braves' upcoming NLDS Game 3 against the Dodgers, but Ronald Acuña Jr. may have created an unnecessary distraction.

Braves Minor League Recap: Isaiah Drake Records Hit in AFL

Yesterday saw another Atlanta Braves prospect show up in the Arizona Fall League, as Isaiah Drake got the start in left field for the Glendale Desert Dogs. Surprise Saguaros 8, Glendale Desert...

How many innings will Chris Sale throw in Game 3?

The drama is at least partly behind us. The Braves feel like they’re getting Full Strength Chris Sale for Game 3. So, what does that mean? Or, more specifically, what does that mean in light of a...

Walt Weiss forging his own path as Braves' manager this postseason despite speed bumps

In his first postseason, Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss is showcasing that he has what it takes to lead a successful October run.

Braves News: Chris Sale Takes Mound in Game 3, Matt Olson Hank Aaron Award Finalist, More

After plenty of discussion before Game 2, there is no doubt who will be on the mound for the Braves in Game 3 of the NLDs. The Braves plan worked as the series is now split 1-1, and they now have...

Michael Harris II is carrying the Braves' offense, but Atlanta needs Matt Olson back

The Atlanta Braves have gotten enough out of Michael Harris II this postseason to get by, but a deep playoff run is going to require Matt Olson to wake up.

All of the Braves' and Dodgers' NLDS players who also played in legendary 2021 NLCS

The Atlanta Braves have a lot of history with the Dodgers, and the cast of characters have changed quite a bit even in the last few years.

Monday, October 5, 2026
Ronald Acuña Jr.’s Awkward Response Says Plenty About Braves’ Chris Sale Decision

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss is standing firmly behind his controversial decision to use Chris Sale out of the bullpen, insisting he has “zero regrets” as the ace prepares for a crucial Game...

Atlanta Braves NLDS Game 3 eve chat and discussion, October 5

Happy Monday, all. How are we faring after last night’s split? The National League Division Series has had its fair share of drama. While we were hand-wringing about Chris Sale and the prospect of...

6 Braves players holding the team back during NLDS battle with the Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves are finding ways to make it work in this NLDS against the Dodgers, but there are a few players that are making their job harder.

Braves trade idea with fan favorite All-Star pitcher unfortunately makes a lot of sense

This trade idea for the Braves might not be a fan favorite, but it'd be for the best.

Matt Olson named finalist for 2026 Hank Aaron Award

The author of some of baseball’s most beautiful swings has not gone unnoticed for his 2026 campaign: Matt Olson has been named a finalist for the 2026 Hank Aaron Award. Established in 1999, this...

Braves' insane Robert Suarez gamble pays huge dividends in Game 2

The Atlanta Braves needed Robert Suarez to step up in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Dodgers. Thankfully, he delivered.

Braves Minor League Recap: Owen Carey, Isaiah Drake both reach base

(1-1) Scottsdale Scorpions 5, (0-2) Glendale Desert Dogs 2 Box Score The Desert Dogs dropped to 0-2 on the season after falling to the Scorpions 5-2 on Sunday. After each Braves prospect pitched...

Shohei Ohtani still struggling at the plate: Can the Dodgers survive with this version of their superstar?

Ohtani's second half was devastated by injuries and he's just 2 for 8 with no extra-base hits or walks in the NLDS so far

So what was really the deal with Chris Sale?

In some ways, it feels weird to re-litigate this after the Braves won in Game 2 without Chris Sale starting, but what happened feels so weird that I still can’t wrap my head around it. We...

Braves' Game 2 stunner might've broken Dodgers' crowd, fueled embarrassing early exit

The Atlanta Braves not only stole home field advantage from the Dodgers in Game 2, but they also may have broken LA fans' spirits along the way.

Braves News: Braves win Game 2 to Split Series, Didier Fuentes and Ray Kerr Clutch Performances, More

In the end, the Braves accomplished their goal. Through a dramatic 3-2 win over the Dodgers, the Braves won Game 2 and split the series in LA. Now the, the Braves have flipped home field advantage...

Didier Fuentes helped Walt Weiss' roll of the dice pay off in pivotal Braves win

Didier Fuentes saved the Atlanta Braves in Game Two against the Dodgers, making Walt Weiss look like a genius in the process.

Ray Kerr is reminding Braves fans of Tyler Matzek's epic run, but he may be even more important

Braves fans didn't expect Ray Kerr to be as good as he has been so far in the playoffs. He is giving memories of performances from the past like Tyler Matzek.

Braves even NLDS series against Dodgers with 3-2 victory

Michael Harris II tripled and scored the go-ahead run on reliever Kris Bubic's wild pitch in the fifth inning, and the Braves beat the Dodgers 3-2 on Sunday night.

Didier Fuentes steals the show as Braves return home with home field advantage in NLDS

In the pregame press conference preceding Game 2 of the NLDS, Walt Weiss stated that he was going to just “watch and see what happens” when it came to relying on his bullpen to carry him and the...

Sunday, October 4, 2026
Ray Kerr, Didier Fuentes, Michael Harris II deliver for bold Braves to level NLDS vs. Dodgers

Walt Weiss and the Braves’ staff made the bold decision to hold off ace Chris Sale from Game 2 of Atlanta’s National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday night. If they...

NLDS Game 2 winners and losers: Brewers magic strikes again in walk-off win; Braves put on pitching clinic

Milwaukee worked three walks against the Padres closer in the ninth inning before Jackson Chourio called game

Follow live: Braves, Dodgers face off in Game 2 of NLDS
Braves vs. Dodgers NLDS Game 2 chat and discussion

We thought we were going to see Braves ace Chris Sale take the mound Sunday night, attempting to send the team’s best-of-five NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers back to Atlanta tied at 1 win...

Walt Weiss confirms Game 3 start for Chris Sale, plus more pregame news and notes

We’re only hours away from first pitch of Game 2 of the NLDS and the Atlanta Braves will once again have another large hill to climb if they’re planning on getting a split in Los Angeles against...

Braves' Game Three lineup release has renewed urgency after unpopular Chris Sale decision

The Atlanta Braves have as close to a must-win Game Two in a playoff series as you can get, and they don't have Chris Sale starting. Here is their lineup.

Lane Thomas returns to Braves lineup for Game 2 of NLDS

After returning to the Braves roster for the NLDS round against the Dodgers but sitting out Game 1, Lane Thomas will be back in action for Game 2 of the series Sunday night at 8 p.m. (FS1) in Los...

Braves switch to Kerr for Game 2 vs. Dodgers, push Sale to Game 3

The Braves have adjusted their pitching plans against the Dodgers, instead starting Ray Kerr in Game 2 on Sunday and pushing back Chris Sale to Game 3.

Chris Sale won't start NLDS Game 2 vs. Dodgers as Braves go with another bullpen game

Sale came out of the bullpen on Thursday against the Phillies and will not start on Sunday

Ray Kerr, not Chris Sale, starting Game 2 of NLDS for Braves in Los Angeles

The Braves had a major starting pitching disadvantage in Game 1 of their NL Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. While the Dodgers trotted out one of the best pitchers in...

Braves make final Chris Sale Game 2 decision vs. Dodgers as starting pitcher is announced

The Atlanta Braves have finally announced who will start in Game 2 of the NLDS. It marks what the Braves have decided to do with Chris Sale.

Braves got bit in brutal NLDS loss thanks to Walt Weiss' distinctly 'Snitker-like' decision

The Atlanta Braves lost Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers for a number of reasons, but one key one was a familiar flaw rearing its head with Walt Weiss.

Braves Minor League Recap: Briggs Opens AFL Season

Today represents the first minor league recap of the Arizona Fall League, as the league got underway yesterday. The Braves action got underway with Briggs McKenzie returning from injury to make...

Braves cannot overcome lack of pitching depth and Eric Gregg 2.0 in loss to Dodgers

Umpire Roberto Ortiz's inconsistent strike zone may have exacerbated Atlanta Braves' chase problem in Game One loss to Dodgers.

Braves’ regular season dominance of Dodgers shows obvious key to Atlanta’s rebound chances

The Atlanta Braves gave the Dodgers fits in the regular season. Now, the Braves simply must channel that same energy to save their season.

Braves News: NLDS Roster, Walt Weiss, Game 1 loss, more

Without relitigating anything from Saturday, Sunday has to be treated as a game of the utmost importance for the Braves, with no pitching restrictions. All of the Braves’ top arms have had two...

Saturday, October 3, 2026
Braves Country to Walt Weiss: it’s October

This season I have probably watched more Braves baseball than any other season. And one of the recurring themes of this season and some of the previous seasons is the idea of “punting”. It’s...

Dominant Skubal shuts down Braves' bats, stakes Dodgers to 1-0 NLDS lead

Tarik Skubal allowed one run in six dominant innings, and the Dodgers beat the Braves 5-3 on Saturday in Game 1 of their NL Division Series.

Weiss: Decision on Chris Sale could come later on Saturday night

The Atlanta Braves have opened up this five-game series on the short-end of the stick to start things off, as they took a 5-3 loss on the chin against the Los Angeles Dodgers to begin the 2026...

Tarik Skubal postseason history: Dodgers ace spins another October gem in Game 1 win vs. Braves

In another life, Skubal would be a jeweler. Given his penchant for gems on the mound in October, he'd likely be a damned good one, at that.

2026 MLB division series Day 1: Dodgers, Braves begin NLDS

All eight teams are in action Saturday. Which clubs will come out strong?

Braves vs Dodgers NLDS Game 1 chat and discussion

Join us and discuss this huge NLDS Game 1 in the comments below! Game Info Game Time: Saturday, October 3, 4:00 pm EDT Location: UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA Watch: FOX...

Walt Weiss, Brent Suter and Lane Thomas talk lineups, openers and the weather

Game 1 of the National League Divisional Series between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers is here and it’s already looking like the bullpen is going to play a major role in any...

Mauricio Dubon starts in left field for NLDS Game 1

Facing a mountain to climb in a bullpen game against Tarik Skubal and the Death Star Dodgers, the Braves opted to keep Lane Thomas on the bench, despite the platoon split advantage facing the...

Dodgers, Braves Announce NLDS Rosters

The NL West and NL East champions will square off when the Dodgers host the Braves in Game 1 of the NLDS in Los Angeles.  Tarik Skubal will start for the two-time defending World Series champs,...

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