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The Atlanta Braves are hoping they just acquired some valuable roster depth after completing a trade with the Los Angeles Angels for infielder David Fletcher and catcher Max Stassi, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. President of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos is sending back former first-round pick Evan White and left-handed pitcher Tyler Thomas. The crux […]

Before the 2023 MLB season even concluded, many were eagerly anticipating the offseason. This anticipation stemmed from the belief that this could be one of the more memorable free agency winters in recent memory, primarily due to one player: Shohei Ohtani. The two-way player had become so mesmerizing that, even on a losing team, he […]

The Atlanta Braves have had an active offseason, acquiring Jarred Kelenic from the Seattle Mariners and reliever Aaron Bummer from the Chicago White Sox. Now, the Braves have reportedly brought in former Milwaukee Brewers and Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Angel Perdomo with a minor-league contract, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network: “Lefty Angel Perdomo signs […]

The 2024 MLB offseason kicked off with an under-the-radar Jarred Kelenic trade that saw the Seattle Mariners send the former top prospect to the Atlanta Braves, freeing up financial resources while the Braves filled a need of finding a new right fielder after deciding not to re-sign Eddie Rosario. The Braves took on two contracts […]

The Atlanta Braves won more than 100 games in 2023, but they’re still looking to add to their roster. In particular, the Braves could use another pitcher after parting ways with injury prone starters Kyle Wright and Mike Soroka this offseason. Chicago White Sox starter Dylan Cease is expected by agent Scott Boras to be […]

The Atlanta Braves and veteran outfielder Leury Garcia are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Robert Murray of FanSided. “Outfielder Leury Garcia is in agreement on a minor-league contract with the Atlanta Braves, source said. The deal includes an invite to spring training,” Murray reported. The Braves have been linked to a number of […]

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais discussed the state of the franchise amid a flurry of trades in the past few days. Scott Servais acknowledged the Mariners are not a playoff-caliber squad at the moment. The recent trades and the fact they’re in the same division as the Texas Rangers and Houston Astros made that a […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a move late Tuesday, with Jeff Passan of ESPN reporting that the Bucs are adding pitcher Marco Gonzales to their fold via a trade with the Atlanta Braves. “The Pittsburgh Pirates are acquiring left-handed starter Marco Gonzales in a trade from the Atlanta Braves, sources tell ESPN. The Braves will send […]

The Texas Rangers have started adding to their roster. The Rangers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Kirby Yates, adding to a bullpen that was an issue at times for the World Series champions, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The 36-year-old Yates made 61 appearances last season out of the […]

The Boston Red Sox have made it clear that adding pitching is a priority for the franchise this offseason. A name that has the Red Sox intrigued is Seth Lugo and with other teams showing their interest, Boston is stepping up its approach for the veteran right-hander, according to Jon Heyman. Lugo, 34, is being […]

Chicago White Sox ace Dylan Cease is a popular trade candidate. The right-handed starting pitcher could be moved this offseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, and Baltimore Orioles all may try to acquire Cease, Bob Nightengale of USA Today said on Foul Territory. The White Sox are in an interesting position. They are fresh […]

As teams around the league prepared for the madness of the Winter Meetings, the Atlanta Braves were taking part in it; swinging a massive trade with the Seattle Mariners. However, the Braves have decided to make a tweak to the trade package they received. Atlanta is not expected to hold on to Marco Gonzales, via […]

All eyes are on Shohei Ohtani as the MLB Winter Meetings get underway, as the superstar pitcher/hitter hybrid is going to be expected to find a new home in the near future. The main suitors for Ohtani are well known by now, but there are rumors floating around that the Atlanta Braves could be emerging […]

The Atlanta Braves are reportedly in agreement on a trade to acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, left-handed pitcher Marco Gonzales and first baseman Evan White from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-handed pitchers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Jarred Kelenic was the headliner in the trade that sent closer […]

As the Atlanta Braves gear up for the Winter Meetings, General Manager Alex Anthopoulos has floated a compelling possibility regarding the team’s outfield configuration. In a statement that has stirred the Braves community, Anthopoulos mentioned that if the season were to start today, prospect Vaughn Grissom would be considered for the left field position. Grissom, […]

The Atlanta Braves are heading into the 2023 winter meetings with one of the best rosters in MLB but also one of the biggest appetites for improvement. There is no shortage of ways for the reigning NL East champions to add more talent. The one name they are being increasingly linked to is Dylan Cease. […]

Fresh off a history-making season that earned him National League MVP honors, Ronald Acuna Jr. could just take it easy for a bit. Instead, the Atlanta Braves star is absolutely raking in the Venezuelan winter league. Through 10 games, he has a 439/.558/.878 (1.436 OPS) slash line with four home runs, 11 RBIs, four doubles […]

Atlanta Braves legend Paul Snyder has died at age 88. The former minor league player, scout and executive for the Braves and their minor-league teams was the architect of the “Team of the 90s,” which won 14 consecutive division titles and a World Series in 1995. Snyder played and worked exclusively for the Braves throughout […]

After a historic National League MVP season, Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr. has taken his talents to the Venezuelan Winter League. While Acuna is using the experience as a way to prepare, a recent inside pitch certainly gave the Braves a scare. Playing for the Tiburones de la Guaira, Acuna was hit on the […]

The Atlanta Braves signed RHP Penn Murfee and RHP Jackson Stephens to one-year, non-guaranteed split contracts for the 2024 season on Wednesday. A split contract means the player would be paid at differing rates for time spent in the majors versus Triple-A. Both pitchers rejoin the Braves’ 40-man roster. Murfee and Stephens were each dropped […]

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease is one of the biggest names on the trade market in MLB this offseason, and talks have reportedly intensified in the last 48 hours, a deal before the winter meetings is increasingly possible, and the Atlanta Braves are among the finalists, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. […]

After an electric regular season, the Atlanta Braves fell flat in the playoffs. But with a strong free agency, the Braves can retool their roster and attempt a deep postseason run. Max Fried is certainly on board with the Braves adding through free agency. With the Winter Meetings soon kicking off, Fried gave his Atlanta […]

Outside of Shohei Ohtani, starting pitching is the talk of the town this MLB offseason. There are several impact starters on the open market and others available via trade that are likely to be dealt before spring training, including Chicago White Sox ace Dylan Cease. Naturally, the Los Angeles Dodgers are seen as viable suitors […]

Among the chief figures to watch out for in the offseason is pitcher Tyler Glasnow. Although the Tampa Bay Rays pitcher still has one more year on his current contract, he is rumored to be an asset the team could be willing to part ways via a trade. If he’s not going to play for […]

The Philadelphia Phillies decided to keep one of their most promising pitchers recently when they signed Aaron Nola to a seven-year deal reportedly worth upwards of $172 million. Nola turned down more money to stay with the Phillies, in the city he called the “most comfortable place for him.” Star slugger Bryce Harper has also […]

The Atlanta Braves are bringing in some relief reinforcements. The six-time defending NL East champions signed free agent right-handed relief pitcher Reynaldo Lopez to a three-year contract worth $30 million, the team announced on Monday. Lopez will earn a lower salary in 2024 with an increase of more than double over the next two seasons, […]

In the whirlwind of negotiations and rumors surrounding Aaron Nola’s future with the Philadelphia Phillies, the dust has settled, and the ink is dry on a historic new deal. A reunion that seemed improbable just weeks ago is now a reality, as Nola cements his status as the highest-paid pitcher in Phillies history with a […]

In the ever-evolving MLB free agency landscape, the Atlanta Braves have emerged as one of the top suitors for three-time All-Star pitcher Sonny Gray, challenging the St. Louis Cardinals, who have been considered the favorites to acquire him. This development comes as both teams look to bolster their starting rotations for the upcoming season. The […]

The Atlanta Braves are not a stranger to making trades. However, their moves during the 2023 offseason have been… interesting, to say the least. They traded a prominent starter in Kyle Wright for Jackson Cowar, and sent a considerable package to the White Sox in exchange for Aaron Bummer. When a team makes a bunch […]

The Atlanta Braves pulled off a trade last Thursday that sent pitcher Michael Soroka to the Chicago White Sox. Soroka spent his first six years in the big leagues with Atlanta, so he was understandably emotional when he learned of the transaction that ended his time with the team. In a heartfelt farewell letter shared […]

The Atlanta Braves have made another trade with the Kansas City Royals. The NL East champions are sending right-hander Kyle Wright to KC in exchange for former first-round pick Jackson Kowar, as reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN. This isn’t a huge surprise considering Wright is expected to miss the entire 2024 season after undergoing […]

The Atlanta Braves reportedly traded relief pitcher Nick Anderson to the Kansas City Royals for cash considerations on Friday, per Mark Feinsand of MLB Network and Joel Sherman of the New York Post. The trade comes after Atlanta dealt a number of players away for relief pitcher Aaron Bummer from the Chicago White Sox on […]

The Atlanta Braves are always on the lookout for ways to improve their roster, especially as they try to overcome the playoff demons that have come to haunt them for the past two years. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Braves reportedly swung a massive trade to upgrade their bullpen, sending five guys, […]

The Atlanta Braves have had a lot of great players in their history. Goin back to Milwaukee and Boston, there is Warren Spahn, Eddie Matthews, Hank Aaron, Tom Glavine, and Chipper Jones. But Jones thinks the most talented player in franchise history is playing for the Braves right now, according to David O’Brien of The […]

Thursday was a good day for Atlanta Braves fans. First, it was announced that the Braves will host the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Then superstar outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was unanimously named NL MVP. Now, Acuna says that 2024 might be even better, according to Bally Sports: Ronald Acuña Jr. might be the only player […]

On Thursday night, the MLB announced all of its award winners from the 2023 season. And as it turns out, Los Angeles Angels and Atlanta Braves stars, Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuna won big. Ohtani took home the MVP in the American League. This is the second time in his career that he’s won this […]

Rob Manfred announced on Thursday that the Atlanta Braves will host the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. “As a model of success on and off the field, the Braves deserve to host the All-Star Game,” Manfred said in a statement, via Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “Truist Park and The […]

Right fielder Aaron Judge almost never wore New York Yankees pinstripes. The Bronx Bombers almost traded him to the Atlanta Braves nine years ago, per Yankees SNY reporter Andy Martino. Martino made the startling revelation in his book The Yankees Way. He recently elaborated on the proposed 2014 deal that would’ve resulted in Aaron Judge […]

Only time will really tell where exactly superstar baseball unicorn Shohei Ohtani will play in the 2024 MLB season. Until then, fans and experts are left to come up with speculations of varying degrees of believability. Take for example Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, who said that someone told him that Ohtani “would be […]