Houston Astros vs. Atlanta Braves - April 17, 2024

Mike Yastrzemski back in right field, Dominic Smith at DH in Braves-Padres series finaleNL Player of the Week means you don’t get a break from catching - sorry, Drake.

Braves make Ronald Acuña Jr. decision with release of lineup vs. PadresThe Atlanta Braves released their lineup for the series finale against the Padres and it revealed their intentions with Ronald Acuña Jr.

Chris Sale slated to start series finale versus San Diego The Braves seek win #60 to secure the series win.

Latest Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim injury updates foreshadow Braves' roster crunchRonald Acuna Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim nearing their return from injury could spell the end of Jim Jarvis and Brewer Hicklen on the Braves' big league roster.

Building the Braves’ dream trade deadline if Atlanta were to go truly all-inThe Atlanta Braves have a lot of work to do at the trade deadline. Here is what things could look like if they pulled out all the stops and went for it.

Braves News: Trade deadline, Martin Perez returns, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday

Braves emerge victorious amid late eruptions, 7-6Two huge rallies, one for each team, but the Braves came away with a win

Astros B2B HRs Off Alcántara🔥

Yordan extends MLB lead with 34th homer to break the tie

Marlins vs. Astros (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 5-2 win vs. Miami Marlins 🎥

Padres vs. Braves (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 7-6 win vs. San Diego Padres 🎥

Austin Riley drops to fifth as Braves look to do better against Michael KingDid you know this is the first time Mauricio Dubon has hit lower than sixth in about two months?

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Astros insider couldn't be more blunt about Dana Brown's trade deadline prioritiesThe major topic of debate all season has been whether or not the Houston Astros should be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline. Early on, it seemed clear tha

Reynaldo Lopez’s dud vs. Padres is setting stage for huge Braves trade deadline overpayThe Atlanta Braves may have to be far more aggressive at the trade deadline than they want to be thanks to Reynaldo Lopez's collapsing stock.

Martin Perez returns for Game Three against PadresPerez Pachinko is back, baby (disclaimer: fun not guaranteed)

Three players the Braves need to acquire before the 2026 trade deadlineThe Braves sure could benefit from reuniting with an old friend, right?

Braves reinstate Martín Pérez, option JR RitchieYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros somehow get value in trade for Nate Pearson as deadline seller takes baitThe Houston Astros found a taker for Nate Pearson, trading him to the Kansas City Royals.

Astros Trading RHP to Royals

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We have acquired RHP Nate Pearson from the Houston Astros for minor league RHP Max Martin.

Braves Minor League Recap: Ronald Acuna Jr. Singles in RehabAcuna had three hard hit balls and played seven innings in right field

Tatsuya Imai's rebound start vs. Marlins adds even more confusion for Astros at trade deadlineTatsuya Imai struck out eight over six innings against Miami, but it may have made the Astros' pitching math at the deadline even more complicated.

Braves finally lose Carlos Carrasco after shuffling him back and forth all season longThe Atlanta Braves are going to have to figure out some other way to manage their pitching roster, because Carlos Carrasco is no longer an option.

Braves News: Mike Yastrzemski returns, series even versus Padres, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.

How weird was Tuesday’s game?I think it was pretty weird, and this isn’t a post about pitching management (not weird when botched by the Braves)

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Every Contender's Ideal Deadline Trade 🔄Cooking up deals for every playoff hopeful ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

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Francisco Lindor Landing Spots 🎯8 wild trade ideas for the Mets star shortstop ➡️

Braves won the Rafael Montero trade by an even wider margin than we all thoughtWhen the Atlanta Braves traded away Rafael Montero, it looked like they were just cutting him loose. However, that deal brought back Jim Jarvis in return.

Jeff Passan just made Astros controversial trade deadline strategy harder to ignore“While I’m here, the window will always be open,” Houston Astros owner Jim Crane declared shortly before Opening Day amid questions of his club's true viability

2 familiar Braves trade partners that may be in play again, 2 who aren't worth a phone callTrading with familiar teams isn't a bad strategy at the deadline, but for Alex Anthopoulos and the Atlanta Braves, only a couple make real sense.

Braves fall to the Padres in low-scoring fashionTwo down, two to go

MIA at HOU Game Highlights

Houston Astros vs. Miami Marlins - 07/21/2026

Marlins Snag Triple Play 😱

Miami throws around the bases to get 3 Astros in one sequence

MiLB Team's STACKED Lineup 😯

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58 years of combined MLB service time and two former MVPs in the lineup. Typical Tuesday at Gwinnett Field. 🎟️: https://t.co/HWFEBAwGr8 📍: Gwinnett Field ⏰: 6:35pm 📻/📺: https://t.co/cmnejywP0P

Astros confronting harsh Dana Brown reality after latest roster moveDana Brown had a tough needle to thread trying to revamp a pitching staff that was losing a key horse in Framber Valdez and had many additional holes that neede

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MLBPA's New Draft Proposal 📝Players Association proposes eligibility expansion and preserving current system amid CBA talks 📲

Mike Yastrzemski back in lineup to face PadresYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Mike Yastrzemski reinstated from injured list, Kyle Farmer releasedWhen will the Farmer minor league deal hit, do we think?

Braves welcome back Mike Yastrzemski from the IL, but his return cost them bench depthThe Atlanta Braves are getting more healthy after bringing Mike Yastrzemski back from the injured list. Unfortunate, it cost a bench bat his job.

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8 Trade Deadline Predictions 🔮Calling our shot on Lindor, Skubal, more ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

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Top Non-Rental Trade Targets 🎯Ranking Mason Miller, more players who could help beyond this year ➡️

Reynaldo López gets the start against the PadresCan we make it three in a row?

Alex Anthopoulos: “We thought” Braves had completed Kyle Schwarber trade in 2021File this near the top of the “We Tried” folder for the Atlanta Braves

Victor Mederos is quickly becoming Braves' spark plug as well as a fan favoriteThe Atlanta Braves have a new secret weapon in Victor Mederos. While the attention was first on his "bat", he has become much more than a one-hit wonder.

Atlanta Braves News: Mederos Mania Has Arrived, Hurston Waldrep Injury News, MoreGood Way to start the week for Braves.

How back is Austin Riley?Austin Riley is on a bit of a streak. Are you hopeful?

Reveal of Braves' failed Kyle Schwarber pursuit a reminder of trade deadline opportunityAlex Anthopoulos just revealed how close the Atlanta Braves were to trading for Kyle Schwarber at a previous trade deadline. It would have changed everything.

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Astros’ trade deadline intentions are abundantly clear after Lance McCullers Jr. tradeWhether or not the Houston Astros should buy or sell at the deadline should be up for debate. The AL playoff picture is wide open, but after losing four straigh

Braves Notes: Brutal Hurston Waldrep update, Drake Baldwin makes history, Alex LodiseCatch up on the latest Atlanta Braves news, including an tough update on Hurston Waldrep, Drake Baldwin's historic game, and Alex Lodise's torrid stretch.

Bryce Elder strong, Ozzie Albies homers, and bullpen gets it done in Braves win over PadresThis was quite possibly the most encouraging one run win all season

Marlins vs. Astros (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 8-5 win vs. Miami Marlins 🎥

Hurston Waldrep being evaluated with right arm discomfortAtlanta’s starting pitching depth may be thinned further.

Padres vs. Braves (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 3-2 win vs. San Diego Padres 🎥

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Astros Notes: Ronel Blanco's return, Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker update, Brice MatthewsThere are a lot of moving parts on the Houston Astros roster right now. Whether or not that is a good thing is open for debate.

Braves Rumors: Latest Spencer Strider injury update came with clear trade deadline warningThe Atlanta Braves will have to find out exactly what Spencer Strider's injury situation is before they can truly decide on a path at the trade deadline.

Drake Baldwin announced as National League Player of the WeekAtlanta’s All-Star catcher caps off a memorable week with a memorable performance

Braves announce signings of all 21 2026 MLB Draft PicksThe Atlanta Braves announce they have signed all 21 of their 2026 MLB Draft picks today.

Drake Baldwin at DH and Eli White gets start as Braves face PadresThe red hot Braves offense takes on another hot offense in the Padres

Top Skubal Suitors 👀

MLB insider Jon Heyman reveals potential best fits for Tigers ace

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Astros Reinstate Ronel Blanco, Bennett Sousa From 60-Day ILThe Houston rotation gets stronger once again.

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Anthopoulos On Braves' Deadline NeedsThe Braves could use a starter, a reliever and a bat. They're not prioritizing one deadline need over the others. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Bryce Elder takes the mound as the Braves take on the PadresCan the red hot offense of the Braves carry Elder to a win against the Padres?

The Week Ahead for Atlanta: Return of The BoogeymanIt might be a bad time to see the Orioles. It’s apparently never a good time to see the Padres.

MLB Trade Deadline Buzz👂

👀 5 teams eyeing Skubal ⛽ More pitchers on the block 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Which pitchers will the Braves (and other contenders) go after at the Trade Deadline?Tarik Skubal is the big domino in this season’s Trade Deadline but there are other prime targets to be had

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Updated Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands as trade deadline approaches ➡️

Braves Minor League Recap: Eric Hartman, Alex Lodise go yardMake that 22 home runs, to go with 32 stolen bases in an impressive 2026 for Eric Hartman

Solving Braves’ Grant Holmes problem may require this former All-Star arm to step up The Atlanta Braves can't keep Grant Holmes in their rotation for much longer. In order to make the switch, they really need Reynaldo Lopez's best effort.

How back is Drake Baldwin?Perhaps so back?

Atlanta Braves News: Austin Riley and Drake Baldwin Dominate, Owen Murphy Back To Minors, MoreSundays are fun days when the offense arrives.

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Predicting Top Cy Young Finishers 🔮Breaking down the top five candidates in the AL and NL ➡️

Braves News: Anthopoulos' trade deadline plan, Ronald Acuña Jr. update, Ha-Seong KimThings are getting interesting for the Atlanta Braves after a key series win and the trade deadline coming up fast.

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5 trade targets that would be great for Astros if they weren't on teams that hated themEverything the Houston Astros need at the trade deadline exists on three teams that don't particularly want to help Houston at all.

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Braves Select Elieser HernándezThe Braves are selecting the contract of Hernández and sending Murphy down to Triple-A after he threw 49 pitches yesterday.

All-Star arm might be perfect fit for Braves, but agreeing on a trade package could be toughWhile the Atlanta Braves desperately need rotation help and Michael Wacha seems to be available, trading for him could be tricky.

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Astros To Designate Nate Pearson For AssignmentThe Astros are taking Pearson off the roster in exchange for an infielder in Delgado. MLB Trade Rumors breaks down the move.

Braves vs. Rangers series recap: Bats embiggened after BreakYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

These key bats trending in right direction exactly what Braves fans have been waiting forAustin Riley and Drake Baldwin both homered in the Braves' series finale on Sunday. Here's how each returning to form goes a long way toward helping Atlanta.

Orioles vs. Astros (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 5-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Drake Baldwin career game, Austin Riley breakthrough lead Braves past RangersIs the Braves’ lineup returning to form? Promising, if early, signs.

Rangers vs. Braves (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 8-5 win vs. Texas Rangers 🎥

Baldwin Multi-HR Game 😤

Braves catcher is 5-for-5 and not slowing down

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MLB Teams About to Get Hot 🔥5 clubs primed for second-half surges after All-Star break 📲

Brewer Hicklen, Dom Smith in lineup for Braves-Rangers finaleThe Braves are overdue for a big Dom Smith moment.

Braves Minor League Recap: AJ Smith-Shawver Goes 4.1 Scoreless in RehabAJ Smith-Shawver’s scoreless rehab outing led the action on the Atlanta Braves farm system on Saturday.

Braves option Owen Murphy, select Elieser HernandezPitcher merry-go-round re-engaged

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Braves are running out of internal rotation options after latest roster moveYet another Atlanta Braves move to address their rotation this year seems to have fallen short after Owen Murphy gets sent back to the minors.

Braves hand ball to Grant Holmes for Rangers rubber matchCan Grant Holmes carry a strong first-half finish into the second half?

How does the Mets fire sale affect the Braves?Or does it at all?

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This under-the-radar Astros draft pick could end up being quite a stealThe 2026 MLB Draft represented a pivotal moment for the Houston Astros and their future direction. The club has a bottom-ranked system and desperately needed to

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Braves should use the trade deadline to try and steal this former Cy Young contender from AL EastThe Orioles could be a great trade partner for the Atlanta Braves. Lefty starter Trevor Rogers may not be the biggest name, but he could be a nice addition.

Braves News: AJ Smith-Shawver, tough loss, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

BABIP and defense doom Braves in loss to TexasThe Braves lost a bummer of a game, as bad BABIP luck and poor defense proved too much for the offense to overcome

Orioles vs. Astros (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 4-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Rangers vs. Braves (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Texas Rangers' 7-6 win vs. Atlanta Braves 🎥

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Dylan Lee deserves extension from Braves, but Atlanta's own stubbornness may prevent itDylan Lee has pitched exceptional in 2026, but the Atlanta Braves' previous deals makes us think an extension for Lee is not on the horizon.

Braves Minor League Recap: Luis Consoro tallies two XBH in DSL Braves’ winConsoro tripled, doubled and drove in three to lead the DSL squad to victory on Friday.

Eli White gets the start in RF, with Joey Bart catchingThe Braves shuffle their lineup a bit to face the lefty Gore, with Eli White replacing Dominic Smith

Braves hope to start second half with a series win behind Owen MurphyThe Braves’ former first round pick has a big chance with his first big league start

Jim Jarvis' sudden adjustments could have Braves changing trade deadline plansJim Jarvis has defied expectations since being called up by the Atlanta Braves thanks to a couple of small, but key adjustments at the plate.

Are the Braves seeking pitches to destroy now?Please tell me last night is a trend

Braves News: Second half starts strong, Ronald Acuña Jr., and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.

For the Braves, their trade deadline goals are clear, even if the names keep changingThe Atlanta Braves can’t keep kicking the can down the road and hoping for the best. They have what they need to make bold moves at the deadline, but will they?

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Top 2027 MLB Draft Prospects 📈10 players to know heading into next year's event 📲

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4 Astros prospects who are more expendable at the trade deadline after the 2026 MLB DraftThe Houston Astros used the 2026 Draft to address their outfielder need in-house, which is bad news for a few prospects already chasing that job.

Reunion with this former Braves starter at the trade deadline would be extremely riskyThe Braves bringing back right-hander Kevin Gausman may seem like a good idea, but it would be a massive risk.

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Astros should give Rockies call at the trade deadline to address need for lefty outfielderThe Houston Astros still desperately need a left-handed-hitting outfielder, and this Rockies player is their best trade deadline bet.

Orioles vs. Astros (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 3-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Braves shut down Rangers in dominant series openerNow that’s the way to start a second half series

Braves Pitcher Collects Hit ⁉️

Watch out Shohei, Victor Mederos hits two-run single off catcher Kyle Higashioka

Rangers vs. Braves (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 15-1 win vs. Texas Rangers 🎥

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With Lance McCullers Jr. gone, this Astros legend is Houston's worst contract nowMcCullers is a Brewer now. So who owns the title of Houston's worst contract? The answer isn't fun to say out loud.

Braves should take advantage of Astros’ dysfunction at trade deadline and here’s howThe Atlanta Braves are going to have to be creative at the trade deadline and one potential option could take advantage of the Astros' unique situation.

Bold Predictions for 2nd Half 🔮

5 things that could happen before October

The season’s second-half begins with Chris Sale on the moundBraves baseball is back…but are then better than ever?

Braves, White Sox Looking to BuyTwo division leaders want to strengthen at deadline (Rosenthal)

Two-toned Braves bullpen and too many close gamesAre the Braves serious (enough)?

Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim rehab transferred to Triple-A GwinnettThe second “half” begins tonight, and reinforcements are on the way.

Braves Minor League Recap: Ronald Acuna Jr. Hits Grand SlamAcuna had a big game in his third rehab appearance

2nd-Half Bold Predictions 🔮Going out on a limb with every team post-All-Star break ➡️

Ronald Acuña Jr. just showcased the exact trait Braves need from him once he returnsRonald Acuña Jr. crushed a grand slam on Thursday, and it's a reminder of why the Atlanta Braves need his slugging prowess to accompany him once he returns.

Anticipation or dread for the Braves’ “second half?”Both? Neither?

Braves News: Ronald Acuña Jr. rehabbing, 2027 schedule, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.

MLB Owners 'Prepared to Cancel Games'Players also 'willing' to lose play time amid salary cap debate (Passan)

Braves' 2027 schedule was just released and their season's start is absolutely cursedThe Atlanta Braves' 2027 schedule was just dropped and for those hoping that the Braves would be able to ease into the season are going to be very disappointed.

Mason Miller Trade Packages 📦Breaking down what it might take to trade for the Padres ace reliever ➡️

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4 Astros players with the most to lose in the second half (ranked)The Houston Astros enter the second half of the 2026 with a chance to return to the playoff, but they'll need these four players to step up their game.

These 4 Braves prospects are more expendable at trade deadline after 2026 MLB DraftNow that the dust has settled from the 2026 MLB Draft, these are the Atlanta Braves prospects that may be a bit easier to trade away at the deadline now.

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Mike Burrows’ elbow injury as Astros’ training staff in the spotlight again for all the wrong reasonsThe Houston Astros are placing Mike Burrows on the 15-day IL with elbow neuritis, effectively nullifying the struggling right-hander's demotion to Triple-A Suga

Braves insider's take on team's trade deadline needs misses the pointThe Atlanta Braves have a number of directions they can go in at the upcoming trade deadline, but ignoring their need for a righty bat shouldn't be one of them.

Atlanta Braves reveal 2027 regular season scheduleLet’s hope this schedule actually sticks!

2027 MLB Schedule Drops 🗓️Next season to feature earliest Opening Day ever. More key dates here 📲

Reds did not heed Braves' warning after handing out Chase Burns extensionThe Atlanta Braves probably would have told the Reds to be cautious before giving Chase Burns the extension they handed him on Thursday.

Braves should call the Royals now and start trade talks for this intriguing rotation armThe Atlanta Braves clearly need starting pitching, and with the Royals out of the playoff picture, Michael Wacha is a name to watch out for come trade deadline.

Predicting Every Team's Trade Deadline Status 🔮Playing buyer or seller with all 30 clubs ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️