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Atlanta Braves star pitcher Chris Sale will reportedly start the team’s spring training opener on Saturday against the Minnesota Twins, David O’Brien of The Athletic reports. Sale, 35, made quite the impression in his first season in Atlanta during the 2024 campaign. The left-handed hurler led the league with 225 strikeouts and a 2.38 ERA. […]

The Atlanta Braves look to bounce back from a sub-par season. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with an Atlanta Braves over/under win total prediction and pick. From 2018 through the 2023 season, the Braves won the division title in each season. Further, of the five full seasons in that time, they won […]

Spring training is here, but one key member of the Atlanta Braves has not been able to take the field quite yet. Star right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr.’s 2024 campaign came to a premature end as he suffered a torn ACL for the second time in his career. Acuna may not be far from getting […]

The Atlanta Braves saw Spencer Strider’s 2024 campaign cut short after undergoing elbow surgery to repair UCL damage. But as they prepare for 2025, the Braves are hopeful to have Strider back in the rotation sooner rather than later. The right-hander threw a bullpen session on Tuesday as he continues to ramp up his rehab. […]

The Atlanta Braves barely made the playoffs and lost in the Wild Card round in 2024. Their injury luck was brutal, losing Ronald Acuña and Spencer Strider for the year before the All-Star Break. They have made some moves this offseason and are ready to start spring training. But the Braves made some last-second move, […]

The Atlanta Braves had bad luck with injuries in 2024, losing star players such as Spencer Strider, Ronald Acūna Jr. and many others at various points in the season. This is a trend that the club will hope to see reversed in 2025, hoping they can stay healthy for the majority of the campaign. According […]

After watching the Los Angeles Dodgers devour the free agent market this offseason, it can feel utterly demoralizing for fans of other National League ballclubs to tout low-cost players who can potentially make a difference in 2025. The reigning champions have an unquenchable thirst for absolute domination and are intent on becoming baseball’s first genuine […]

The San Diego Padres have made it clear that both Dylan Cease and Michael King are available for trade. Cease is a free agent after this season and the team is trying to fill other roster holes, while King is expected to be in an arbitration battle with the ball club next month. There is […]

Max Scherzer is available in free agency as his Hall of Fame career winds to a close. He made just nine starts in a disappointing 2024 season for the Texas Rangers but his results were solid. With just a 3.95 ERA and 40 strikeouts in 43.1 innings, he could be a solid back-end starter this […]

The Braves and Cubs have emerged as potential suitors for right-handed reliever Ryne Stanek. Stanek, a 33-year-old veteran, had a challenging 2024 campaign, splitting time between the Mariners and Mets. He posted a 4.88 ERA over 55 1/3 innings, a significant dip compared to his peak years with the Houston Astros. Despite the rough season, […]

The Atlanta Braves have made a major splash in free agency, signing All-Star outfielder Jurickson Profar to a three-year, $42 million contract. Profar, 31, is coming off a career-best season with the San Diego Padres, where he hit .280/.380/.459 with 24 home runs, 85 RBIs, and a 4.3 WAR, per Fangraphs. This marked his first […]

Three players were announced as members of the 2025 MLB Hall of Fame class, with Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner being voted in by the writers, joining Dick Allen and Dave Parker, who were selected by the Veteran’s Committee. Former Atlanta Braves centerfielder Andruw Jones missed out, getting 66.2% of the votes, and […]

New Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is considered the coveted prize in this year’s international free agency pool and naturally draws all the headlines, but there are plenty of other intriguing prospects in this class. And the Atlanta Braves made sure to get a few of them. The organization has yet to make worthwhile […]

The Atlanta Braves claimed right-handed pitcher Amos Willingham off waivers from the Washington Nationals, the team announced on Friday. Atlanta also announced that they designated right-handed pitcher Allan Winans for assignment. It has been a quiet offseason for the Braves overall. They lost Max Fried to the New York Yankees in MLB free agency and […]

Right-handed reliever Jeff Hoffman is embracing a fresh opportunity with the Toronto Blue Jays after a dramatic offseason journey involving two major-league deals falling through. The Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves both backed out of agreements due to concerns over Hoffman’s pitching shoulder, ultimately paving the way for his $33 million, three-year deal with Toronto. […]

Right-handed relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman is now a member of the Toronto Blue Jays, but he could have just as easily signed with the Atlanta Braves or Baltimore Orioles. The only problem is the 2024 All-Star failed his physical with both teams. Braves beat writer Mark Bowman reported on Monday that Hoffman had a deal […]

The Atlanta Braves are picking up former All-Star first baseman Garrett Cooper, per FanSided. Cooper is signing a minor-league deal with the team, so it’s not certain if he will see plate appearances for the club. The contract includes an invite to spring training. Cooper was a free agent looking for a home. In the […]

The Atlanta Braves have yet to make any truly attention-catching additions this offseason. They have lost players such as Max Fried and Jorge Soler via free agency and trades, but Atlanta has yet to add a superstar. Perhaps Ronald Acuna Jr. and Spencer Strider’s expected injury returns in 2025 are impacting the Braves’ offseason. Acuna […]

The Atlanta Braves have had a quiet offseason — alarmingly quiet, if you ask ESPN’s Jeff Passan. While Max Fried and Charlie Morton both have new homes, Atlanta hasn’t done anything to replace them quite yet. In fact, the Braves haven’t signed a single Major Leaguer in free agency this offseason. Passan does not expect […]

The Atlanta Braves had a year full of injuries in 2024. From losing ace Spencer Strider in April to Ronald Acuña Jr in May to Chris Sale for the playoffs, it was a disappointing campaign. And then free agency hit and they lost two key pitchers. Max Fried is on the New York Yankees and […]

There are many journeymen who rise to the occasion and help their team win a championship. These unlikely heroes can most commonly be found during October baseball, where unpredictability reigns supreme. The 2021 Atlanta Braves boasted a deep roster with the perfect blend of established difference-makers (Freddie Freeman, Charlie Morton and Jorge Soler) and rising […]

The Los Angeles Angels have been more active than many expected throughout the offseason, while the Atlanta Braves are seemingly always open to a trade. Their most recent deal will fly under the radar, but will affect both team’s pitching depth. The Braves have traded left-handed pitcher Davis Daniel to the Angels for right-hander pitcher […]

The Atlanta Braves are adding some depth to their outfield. Atlanta is agreeing to a one-year contract with outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, per the team’s social media. It is a non-guaranteed contract. De La Cruz spent the 2024 season with the Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates. The veteran batted .233 on the year, with […]

The Atlanta Braves have not made a big offseason splash yet. They lost star pitcher Max Fried to the New York Yankees on the biggest contract ever given to a left-handed pitcher. Now, they have a massive hole in their starting rotation. There are still plenty of free agents available, such as Sean Manaea, Walker […]

The Atlanta Braves lost starting pitcher Max Fried to the New York Yankees in MLB free agency. Fried agreed to a $218 million contract with the Yankees after previously spending his entire career in Atlanta. Former Braves star and MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz reacted to Fried joining the Yankees during a recent appearance […]

Where will Max Fried go? The pitcher, most recently with the Braves, seems destined to move on from Atlanta, and it appears he is heading north to either the New York Yankees or Boston Red Sox. Fried has played his entire MLB career with the Braves to this point, but as his rumored deal continues […]

On Friday night, the Atlanta Braves revealed that they have inked former Guardians’ right-handed pitcher Connor Gillispie to a one-year, non-guaranteed deal for the 2025 season. As stated on MLB’s page about non-guaranteed contracts, Gillispie’s deal will become guaranteed if he secures a spot on the Major League roster following Spring Training. To clarify any […]

Now that Blake Snell is off the board after signing a five-year, $182 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, teams are pivoting to other pitching options. Two of those teams, the Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves, appear to be looking elsewhere for a top-end arm. The Orioles and Braves are looking […]

The Atlanta Braves have been one of the more consistent MLB teams over the years. Atlanta still managed to make a postseason run in 2024 despite Ronald Acuna Jr. and Spencer Strider both dealing with injuries. The Braves need outfield help for the 2025 season, and according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Atlanta’s “preference” […]

Atlanta Braves President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos doesn’t have to say it outright; the evidence speaks for itself. The Braves are looking to cut costs headed in to 2025. Look no further than Atlanta’s decision not to offer Ramon Laureano a one-year deal in arbitration. With MLB Trade Rumors projecting Laureano to be worth […]

Atlanta Braves franchise legend Rico Carty died on Sunday. The 85-year-old won a batting title in 1970 and was a key part of the team that moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta. Despite a 15-year career that took him to five other teams, Carty was most remembered for his time with the Braves. The team took […]

Undoubtedly, Mike Trout is one of the greatest players to ever step on a baseball field. Yet, despite his extraordinary individual accomplishments, the Los Angeles Angels have consistently failed to build a contending team around him. With Trout now 33 years old, battling injury concerns, and the Angels mired in mediocrity, it’s time to consider […]

The Atlanta Braves are making a bit of a shocking move. Atlanta is allowing Ramon Laureano to become a free agent by not tendering his contract, per the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The outfielder is one of five players for the club who is now becoming a free agent. Laureano joins a list that includes: Huascar Ynoa, […]

The MLB’s winter stove can flame up or cool off on a whim. An All-Star’s change of plans can mean the opening up of an owner’s wallet or the closing of a front office’s championship window. The Atlanta Braves heard one possible Hall of Famer fighting back against Father Time and decided to go all-in […]

Braves pitcher Chris Sale gave an honest answer about whether he’s secured a spot in the Baseball Hall of Fame. The 2024 National League Cy Young Award winner is one of the most decorated pitchers of this generation. An eight-time All-Star and one-time World Series champion, the 35-year-old put together the best season of his […]

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale won his first career Cy Young award on Wednesday. Despite his excellent career and six top-five finishes, he had never won the award. The morning after the announcement, he went on Foul Territory with his former teammate AJ Pierzynski. He took a shot at the White Sox, their former […]

The Atlanta Braves did not have the postseason success they hoped for in 2024. Yet, the club still received some of the best MLB production from one of their veteran players. Left-handed pitcher Chris Sale had a resurgent 2024 campaign, and as a result, he has won the National League Cy Young Award, per Jeff […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Jordan Montgomery had a rocky relationship in 2024. After he did not get a long-term deal in free agency, the 2023 World Champion flipped sides and went from the Rangers to Arizona. He was brutal in 2024, posting a 6.23 ERA and serving a stint in the bullpen. It looks like […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series in part because of Walker Buehler and his October performance. After a brutal season coming off Tommy John surgery, Buehler struggled in the NLDS against the Padres. By the end of the postseason, he was closing out the clinching game to win the title. As Walker Buehler […]