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The Atlanta Braves are in the midst of one of their most disappointing seasons in recent memory, and now Brian Snitker retirement rumors are adding another layer of uncertainty. With the Braves sitting at 65-81 and officially eliminated from playoff contention, the 69-year-old manager addressed speculation about his future in an interview with The Athletic’s […]

The Atlanta Braves are less than 20 games away from finishing off a disappointing regular season. There are rumors flying around that Atlanta’s manager, Brian Snitker, could retire. While there are a lot of negatives to take away from the season, Drake Baldwin is not one of them. He, Isaac Collins, and Cade Horton are […]

The Atlanta Braves are facing growing speculation about the future of manager Brian Snitker as whispers of a possible retirement grow louder. Snitker has served as the Braves’ skipper for a decade and recently spoke candidly about the personal sacrifices his career has demanded. He revealed that he missed nearly all of his son Troy’s […]

The Atlanta Braves’ frustrating 2025 season took another hit Monday as the club officially placed catcher Sean Murphy on the season-ending injured list. The decision came after weeks of growing concern about Murphy’s health, as he attempted to play through a worsening hip issue. Now set to undergo surgery, the veteran backstop becomes the latest […]

Despite playoff hopes entering this season, the Atlanta Braves have failed to reach the heights they have over the last few years. President of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos has been busy getting the roster for 2026 and beyond. The Braves core is still one of a playoff contender. It was well known after the release […]

The Atlanta Braves won the series opener against the Seattle Mariners on Friday. Entering Saturday’s game, though, Braves manager Brian Snitker decided to make an interesting change to his batting order. Ronald Acuña Jr. has dealt with injuries throughout the season, putting him in a slump at the plate. To fix that, Jurickson Profar will […]

Left-handed pitcher Hayden Harris recently made his MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves, holding the Chicago Cubs scoreless for one inning in a 4-3 defeat. Before the southpaw was pitching at the major league level, though, he was entertaining fans with the Savannah Bananas. Harris recently joined MLB Network Radio to discuss baseball’s latest phenomenon. […]

The Atlanta Braves picked up a 4-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night, but the postgame conversation centered around a candid moment from one of their most important players. In his second start since returning from injury, Chris Sale reflected on what might have been had he stayed healthy all season—a moment that […]

The Atlanta Braves have been one of the most disappointing teams of the 2025 season. They came into the season as a potential championship-caliber team. In fact, ChatGPT predicted them to win the 2025 World Series. Instead, the Braves are 14 games under .500, so they will need to retool for next season. Injuries and […]

It’s been a difficult year for the Atlanta Braves, who currently sit 14 games below the .500 mark at 63-77 after Wednesday’s road win over the Chicago Cubs. Atlanta isn’t in as bad of a rough patch as they were about a month ago, but at this point, the team is just treading water until […]

To say that the 2025 season could not be going any further from plan for the Atlanta Braves would be a major understatement. Heading into 2025, the Braves were boasting a seven-year postseason streak, even doing so in 2024 even though the team’s best position player, Ronald Acuna Jr., played in only 49 games. Moreover, […]

Big things were expected from the Atlanta Braves in 2025, as the team looked to be loaded for yet another run at the playoffs. However, injuries and ineffectiveness, among other factors, have left the Braves 14 games behind the division-leading Philadelphia Phillies at 62-75 on the season. Atlanta will look to finish the season strong […]

It has not been a great season for the Atlanta Braves, who currently sit at 61-75 ahead of Sunday’s series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies. Atlanta has dealt with both injuries and major regression up and down the roster up to this point, now in twice as bad of a position as they were when […]

The Atlanta Braves welcomed back reigning NL Cy Young winner Chris Sale with high hopes, and he wasted no time reminding everyone why he’s one of baseball’s elite arms. In his first game since mid-June, Sale struck out nine over six dominant innings against the Phillies. Atlanta desperately needed this type of performance to fuel […]

The Atlanta Braves just received a major boost ahead of their ongoing clash with the Philadelphia Phillies. After dropping two straight games in the series, the Braves officially reinstated Chris Sale from the injured list following his successful rehabilitation assignment. To make room for the veteran left-hander, the Braves optioned right-hander Nathan Wiles to Triple-A […]

Nick Castellanos wasn’t invited to the Philadelphia Phillies home run party in the series opener against the Atlanta Braves. The Phillies started with a three-homer inning in the first and finished with a franchise record-tying seven bombs. Kyle Schwarber added four homers on his own in an offensive eruption. But following the wild 19-4 victory, […]

The Atlanta Braves are hoping the 2025 MLB season will end as quickly as possible. Things have just not gone their way, ultimately, since October of last season, when the San Diego Padres swept the Braves in the NL Wild Card. The Braves then opened the season right where they ended last year at Petco […]

Kyle Schwarber has always been known for his thunderous swing, but Thursday night at Citizens Bank Park, he delivered one of the greatest power displays in Phillies history — and nearly Major League history. The 32-year-old slugger joined an exclusive club, becoming just the 21st player to ever hit four home runs in a single […]

The Philadelphia Phillies had plenty to cheer about on Thursday night, and none more so than Kyle Schwarber as the slugger blasted four home runs in a 19-4 rout of the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. He became just the 21st player in Major League Baseball history to hit four homers in a single […]

The Philadelphia Phillies hosted the Atlanta Braves following a sweep by the New York Mets. Rookie starter Nolan McLean shut the Phillies out in his third career start and New York outscored Philadelphia 25-8 over the three-game series. But on Thursday, the Phillies’ offense came alive, bludgeoning Atlanta with the long ball. Down 3-0 early, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies just completed a three-game series against the New York Mets. Ultimately, they were swept in all three games. All of which set against the backdrop of a fierce battle in the NL East. Now, the Phillies are set to take on the Atlanta Braves in a three-game series. For MLB insider Jon […]

After losing the series opener against the Miami Marlins, the Atlanta Braves bounced back behind a gutsy performance by rookie Hurston Waldrep. The teams met up Wednesday for the rubber match of the series and tempers flared early. All-Star first baseman Matt Olson put the Braves up 3-0 with a two-run homer in the third […]

There is a growing expectation that Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker will retire at the end of the 2025 season, but before he goes, the 2021 World Series champion can help position the franchise for a promising future. Overseeing the development of rookie starting pitcher Hurston Waldrep is surely one of the skipper’s top priorities […]

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider features the ceiling of a Cy Young candidate. The 2025 season has been difficult for the right-handed hurler, however. His start on Monday against the Miami Marlins — despite a 2-1 defeat — was a big step in the right direction. Strider allowed only one run over seven innings […]

The Atlanta Braves have been one of the most disappointing teams in Major League Baseball this season. They entered Sunday’s action 11 games behind the New York Mets for the final playoff spot, looking to avoid a sweep at the hands of the Amazins. Injuries have been a big issue in Atlanta, leading to some […]

The Atlanta Braves were once considered one of baseball’s most consistent franchises. Former manager Bobby Cox demanded toughness from his players. Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz recently credited him for boasting this same attribute. The Braves celebrated the 30-year anniversary of their 1995 World Series victory, and Cox was in attendance despite his ongoing […]

Chris Sale looks ready to rejoin Atlanta’s rotation. The reigning National League Cy Young winner made his third rehab start on Saturday night for Triple-A Gwinnett, tossing 4 2/3 innings of one-run ball against the Memphis Redbirds. Sale struck out five and walked none while scattering four hits, throwing 77 pitches — 51 for strikes […]

Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach is dealing with an elbow injury, however, the 25-year-old right-handed hurler is still hoping to take important steps forward before the season ends. Schwellenbach may not be expected to return to game-action with the Braves in 2025, but he is hoping to throw live batting practice before the offseason, according […]

While the Atlanta Braves are making moves to improve their current season, the team is taking the time to mourn the passing of long-time scout Roy Clark. Looking at the key moves made by the Braves in recent history, one could likely put the credit to Clark for a ton of decisions, as he passed […]

The Atlanta Braves made a rotation adjustment this week, and according to beat writer David O’Brien, the move could be exactly what Spencer Strider needs. By inserting Cal Quantrill into the pitching staff, Atlanta is reshaping its short-term plans to give its ace room to recover and prepare for the future. This reshuffle affects not […]

The Atlanta Braves confirmed Thursday that third baseman Austin Riley will miss the rest of the 2025 season after undergoing core injury surgery in Philadelphia. The procedure, performed by Dr. William Meyers, addressed a recurring abdominal issue that sidelined Riley twice this year. The team expects him to return fully in time for Spring Training […]

The Atlanta Braves proved their tenacity beyond any doubt last season when they fought through a series of devastating injuries to reach the playoffs for the seventh straight year. In 2025, the Braves have once again been plagued by injuries. But this time a miracle second-half run seems unlikely. Instead, Atlanta must settle for playing […]

The Atlanta Braves walked away with a 1-0 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night, as rookie Hurston Waldrep made history on the mound. The 23-year-old right-hander became just the second MLB rookie in the modern era to win his first four appearances of a season while allowing one run or fewer in […]

The Atlanta Braves are still fighting for a playoff spot despite their struggles. Atlanta has gotten great performances from Michael Harris and others, but have fallen short of expectations. Brian Snitker and the front office made a move to add another outfielder to play behind Harris and Ronald Acuna Jr. Atlanta claimed Jake Fraley off […]

The Atlanta Braves entered their matchup against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday without one of their stars. Austin Riley has not played since August 2 with an abdominal strain. He and All-Star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. spent time on Brian Snitker’s injured list earlier this month. While Acuna Jr. returned last week, Nacho Alvarez […]

Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale has been sidelined since mid June with a rib fracture. Despite the Braves recent surge, winning eight of the last nine games, Atlanta is playing out a lost season. But after two months on the shelf, the 36-year-old starter is working toward a comeback. Sale began a rehab assignment last […]

The Atlanta Braves have struggled with injuries throughout the season. Ronald Acuna Jr. went on the injured list for the second time this season with a calf strain. He and Austin Riley got updates earlier this week from Braves manager Brian Snitker. Atlanta hoped that the All-Star outfielder would be back before the weekend. Now […]

After the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets on Thursday night, 4-3, the team is still amid a disappointing season, to say the least, based on prior years’ performances. As rumors will swirl around the Braves heading into the offseason, the team still has goals this season, as said by pitcher Bryce Elder and […]

The Atlanta Braves’ Matt Olson continued his remarkable streak of consecutive games played, appearing in his 741st straight contest as the Braves narrowly defeated the New York Mets 4-3 at Citi Field on Thursday night. With this appearance, Olson surpassed Atlanta legend Dale Murphy (740) to claim the fifth-longest streak of the Divisional Era and […]