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The Atlanta Braves enter play on Tuesday five games out of a playoff spot — not where they wanted to be by Memorial Day but by no means a catastrophe either. As former All-Star Jason Kipnis said during an appearance on Foul Territory, the Braves’ 0-7 start to the season may have masked how good […]

The Atlanta Braves recently received a boost with the return of 2023 league MVP Ronald Acuna Jr., who had been out since May of last season with a torn ACL. Acuna wasted no time making his presence known, crushing the first pitch he saw into the seats for a home run vs the San Diego […]

The Colorado Rockies are in the midst of a historically bad season. So bad in fact that the Rockies had the worst 50-game start in 130 years. On Monday, Colorado lost yet again, dropping to an almost unfathomable 9-45 on the season. But even franchises mired in historically miserable campaigns need to field a team. […]

The Atlanta Braves are under fire after a rough series against the San Diego Padres, dropping to 25–27 and stuck in third place in the NL East. Rather than pointing fingers at his players, manager Brian Snitker is shifting attention to a different factor behind the team’s defensive struggles — the field conditions at Truist […]

Ronald Acuña Jr. returned to the Atlanta Braves lineup this weekend with fireworks, but the results didn’t match the energy. Despite Acuña delivering an unforgettable leadoff home run in his first plate appearance after missing nearly a year, the Braves dropped two of three to the San Diego Padres at Truist Park. “It wasn’t what […]

The Atlanta Braves reportedly released former All-Star infielder Orlando Arcia, per Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game. The move comes shortly after the Braves released another former All-Star in outfielder/first baseman Garrett Cooper. Arcia, 30, joined the Braves during the 2021 season. In 2023, Arcia was selected to the All-Star team and ended up slashing .264/.321/.420 […]

The Atlanta Braves are sure happy to have Ronald Acuna Jr. back in the lineup. Just about a year after suffering the second torn ACL of his career, Acuna rejoined the Braves’ lineup this past week and wasted no time returning to the MVP version of himself, crushing the very first pitch he saw into […]

Ronald Acuña Jr. didn’t just make his long-awaited return to the Atlanta Braves lineup on Friday night—he stole the spotlight. The 2023 National League MVP smashed a 467-foot leadoff home run on the first pitch he saw in nearly a year, sending a clear message to the rest of the league: he’s back, and maybe […]

The Atlanta Braves (25-26) have been yearning for reinforcements during an adversity-filled first two months of the 2025 MLB season, and Ronald Acuña Jr. has immediately indulged them. The star right fielder does not look like a man coming off a torn ACL, as he blasted his second home run in less than 24 hours […]

The San Diego Padres will be without their ace on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves. Michael King was scratched from his start, and manager Mike Shildt will hand the ball to Sean Reynolds to start the game. It is a tough spot for the 27-year-old reliever to come into, especially after seeing what Ronald Acuna […]

The Atlanta Braves may have lost a tough one Friday night, but the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. gave fans something to cheer about. After missing nearly a full year due to a torn left ACL, the reigning NL MVP made a thunderous statement—homering on the first pitch he saw in his return to the […]

The Atlanta Braves dropped a gut-wrenching 2-1 game to the San Diego Padres on Friday night, and it wasn’t just the scoreline that had fans in disbelief. It was a ninth-inning baserunning gaffe by Eli White — one of the most inexplicable in recent memory — that sealed Atlanta’s fate and overshadowed the triumphant return […]

The road back from injury was a long one for Ronald Acuna Jr. The Atlanta Braves superstar outfielder tore his ACL in 2024 and hadn’t played a major league game in almost a year. He made a statement in his return against the San Diego Padres on Friday. Acuna Jr. led things off for the […]

The Atlanta Braves began the 2025 season still recovering from the spate of injuries the team suffered last year. First Atlanta got starting pitcher Spencer Strider back in the rotation after a long layoff following elbow surgery last April. And now, the Braves will welcome back Ronald Acuna Jr., as the former MVP will make […]

The Atlanta Braves have been waiting for their star player to return to the mound, and they’ll have to wait no longer. Ronald Acuna Jr. has been activated off the injured list, and he will play in the Braves’ series opener against the San Diego Padres on May 23. Manager Brian Snitker spoke about Acuna’s […]

The Atlanta Braves (24-24) overcame their early season mudslide and have shifted back into neutral mode. Now comes the hard part. Considering the depth in the National League, a genuine breakthrough is needed if this ballclub wants to contend for a playoff berth in 2025. There is plenty of time left in the season, and […]

The Atlanta Braves entered the 2025 season with sky-high expectations, but a sluggish start and inconsistent performances have tested the patience of their passionate fanbase. While injuries and roster shuffling have played a part, three players in particular, Sean Murphy, Bryce Elder, and Jarred Kelenic, have found themselves at the center of fan frustration. Here’s […]

The Atlanta Braves are getting close to a crucial part of their season. Spencer Strider made his return against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday and Ronald Acuna Jr. is inching closer to his 2025 Major League Baseball debut. However, it is never too early for teams to look towards the offseason, especially one as star-studded […]

The Atlanta Braves are now middling as they await Ronald Acuna’s return from a long-term injury this weekend. However, his return also means that an already-crowded outfield becomes too much, and one man will be the odd man out. Jarred Kelenic is the player the Braves must trade before the 2025 trade deadline to relieve […]

The Atlanta Braves have Spencer Strider back in the rotation, and Ronald Acuna Jr. has gotten predicted return dates. Also, Acuña took an important step toward a return from his injury. Acuña is getting closer to returning to the majors, according to a post on X by Grant McAuley. Ronald Acuña Jr. continues his rehab […]

The Atlanta Braves have reportedly released former All-Star Garrett Cooper, per Steve Adams of MLBTRumors.com. Cooper, who can play first base and in the outfield, could draw interest from around the league. The 34-year-old began his big league career in 2017 with the New York Yankees. He ended up with the Miami Marlins in 2018, […]

After a month-long absence, Atlanta Braves starter Spencer Strider is officially back. The ball club officially reinstated Strider from the Injured List on Monday, paving the way for him to take the hill on Tuesday against the Washington Nationals. Strider was placed on the IL just days after his first outing of the 2025 season […]

The Atlanta Braves have been playing improved baseball as of late, currently sitting at the .500 mark despite a crushing loss to the Boston Red Sox on Saturday evening. The Braves seem to have put a brutal 0-7 start to the season behind them and are now looking to make up ground in the crowded […]

The Boston Red Sox didn’t just win a baseball game Saturday night — they made a statement. And Jarren Duran had the perfect words for it. “We have a come-from-behind spirit,” Duran told Ken Rosenthal after the game. “We like to fight, and today it worked out for us.” “We have a come-from-behind spirit. We […]

The Boston Red Sox finally got the monkey off their back Saturday night, and Rafael Devers made sure the Fenway faithful got a memory to remember. Trailing 5-0 early and losers of four straight, Boston clawed all the way back to stun the Atlanta Braves 7-6, capped off by Devers’ first career walk-off home run […]

Atlanta Braves designated hitter Marcell Ozuna is off to a slow start to 2025 by his standards. The slugger hit a home run to give the Braves a win at the beginning of the month, but has been quiet overall. Ozuna showed signs of getting back on track on Saturday against the Boston Red Sox. […]

The Atlanta Braves have been without Ronald Acuna Jr. for almost a year. The superstar Braves outfielder tore his ACL on May 26 last season. Acuna Jr.’s road to recovery has been a long one, but he showed he’s not far away from his return. It’s good news for Brian Snitker’s team, who needs their […]

Atlanta Braves’ rookie catcher Drake Baldwin is taking the league by storm. More importantly, he is bringing value to a team that cherishes him. Before the season began, starting catcher Sean Murphy was placed on the Injured List, freeing up the opportunity for the rookie catcher to get the call to the big leagues. While […]

After taking two of three games versus the Washington Nationals in Truist Park this week, the Atlanta Braves (22-22) are back to .500. They made several minor transactions, trusted existing core members Marcell Ozuna and Austin Riley to anchor the lineup through collectively lean times and gave big opportunities to young players like AJ Smith-Shawver […]

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider pitched just five innings in his 2025 debut before a hamstring strain sent him back to the injured list. After beating the Washington Nationals 5-2 on Thursday, Braves manager Brian Snitker announced that the former All-Star will be back early next week. Reigning National League Cy Young winner Chris […]

The Atlanta Braves started the season losing seven straight games but have responded in a big way to get their record back up to .500. A major reason is because of two up-and-coming rookies who are playing lights out right now. AJ Smith-Shawver and Drake Baldwin are both playing great baseball. Smith-Shawver is in a […]

The Atlanta Braves are weathering an early storm this season. The Braves have managed to hang around .500, winning seven of their last 11 games. Atlanta hopes to stay within striking distance in the NL East as reinforcements come in the form of starting pitcher Spencer Strider and right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. The 2023 […]

The Atlanta Braves are one step closer to regaining their superstar as Ronald Acuña Jr. made a powerful statement in his first Braves rehab assignment game of 2025. Nearly a year after tearing his right RCL, the 2023 NL MVP went yard in his third at-bat Tuesday night during a Florida Complex League matchup against […]

The MLB season continues as the Washington Nationals look to pick up the win on the road in Atlanta when they take on the Braves in the third game of their series on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Nationals-Braves prediction and pick. Nationals-Braves Projected Starters  Mitchell Parker vs. Bryce […]

The Atlanta Braves are getting some good news. Star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. is making progress toward returning to action. Acuna is starting a rehab assignment with the FCL Braves Tuesday, per the team’s social media. Acuna is a major centerpiece of the Braves offense. He tore his ACL in a game against the Pittsburgh […]

Alex Verdugo issued a warning that the Atlanta Braves are heating up. The Braves have now won 15 of their last 23 games, including a wild walk-off victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday night courtesy of Verdugo. After Atlanta blew a 3-1 lead over Washington in the top of the ninth inning, the Braves […]

The Atlanta Braves aim to win their 20th game of the regular season on Monday as they take on the Washington Nationals. During the contest, outfielder Michael Harris made a spectacular catch in the fourth inning that would have been costly for Atlanta. In the top of the fourth with two outs, Nationals’ second baseman […]

Soroka and Schwellenbach face off in Game 2 in Atlanta! The Nationals are spiraling into this series, while the Braves have struggled to find consistency all season. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Nationals-Braves prediction and pick. Nationals-Braves Projected Starters Michael Soroka vs. Spencer Schwellenbach Michael Soroka (0-2) with a 7.20 […]

The Washington Nationals host the Atlanta Braves for a four-game series beginning Monday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Nationals-Braves prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Nationals-Braves Projected Starters Jake Irvin vs. Grant Holmes Jake Irvin (2-1) with a 3.94 ERA, 1.15 […]