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Braves News: Tarik Skubal rumor, ALCS matchup, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

Braves reportedly declined to involve Didier Fuentes in Tarik Skubal trade talksWell, now we know how highly the Braves regard Fuentes when it comes to their future plans

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Braves' trade deadline pursuit of Tarik Skubal also revealed their Didier Fuentes planNot even trading for Tarik Skubal was enough for the Atlanta Braves to be convinced to part ways with Didier Fuentes, and they are probably right.

Braves Minor League Recap: Owen Carey drives in a run for GlendaleCarey and Isaiah Drake both got a hit on Friday, while Briggs McKenzie and Tyler LaPorte made appearances on the mound

Braves designate Luke Williams for assignment, select Danny YoungAtlanta .egins their off-season roster s.huffle

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Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

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Braves Rumors: MLB insider thinks Atlanta could revisit Corey Seager trade this offseasonJoel Sherman not only has heard that the Atlanta Braves have kicked the tires on a Corey Seager trade in the past, but he also think they could do so again.

Braves News: Free agent predictions, Arizona Fall League, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.

Braves' first move once the offseason starts should be this rotation reunionThe Atlanta Braves must immediately act and bring Tyler Mahle back as soon as the offseason gets started, because this offseason is going to be very different.

Unsung Braves draft pick gets high praise from Baseball America’s draft report cardThe Atlanta Braves may have found a diamond in the rough in the 2026 MLB Draft with 11th-round pick Ryne Barker, although he is definitely a raw prospect.

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Do the Astros have a catcher upgrade option on the trade market?Yainer Diaz' trade value may be highest right now, but can Astros really replace him on the expected trade market?

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10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the most unexpected triumphs ➡️

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Houston Astros may have found a superstar in the making with Xavier NeyensAstros prospect Xavier Neyens led minor league baseball in this key statistic, indicating future strong success

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New FA Rumors and PredictionsLanding spots for buzzing players 📲

Braves Minor League Recap: Isaiah Drake Records a HitYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Which pending free agent(s) will the Braves bring back?MahlebusMostWanted remains the worst online handle of all time

Braves’ wild ABS trend in playoffs makes one offseason priority crystal clearThe Braves used ABS challenges the most in the postseason, but it continued to be a struggle for them. That has to improve next season.

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Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw Atlanta needs to address in 2027 📲

Max Fried may have bet on the wrong horse in leaving Braves for the YankeesMax Fried's decision to sign with the Yankees raises the question of what he potentially left behind when he left the Atlanta Braves a couple of years ago.

Braves News: 2026 season reactions, offseason improvements, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.

3 Braves offseason decisions that cost Atlanta dearly in NLDS loss vs. DodgersThe Atlanta Braves were certainly the recipients of bad luck and players failing to execute, but some of their playoff failures goes back to their own choices.

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Astros face Yainer Diaz dilemma: Is there really a better catcher available in free agency?Yainer's trade value may be it's best right now, but replacing him will be harder for the Astros than you think.

Braves' abysmal offensive showing in NLDS vs. Dodgers makes one coaching change obviousThe Atlanta Braves' offense hasn't been good in at least two years. After their embarrassing performance, it is time to move on from the Braves' hitting coach.

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So, where do the Atlanta Braves go from here following another Postseason exit?Well, at least it’s clear as to what needs to be improved. ‘How’ is the big question, though.

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Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

Ronald Acuña Jr. social media blackout, ill-timed announcement after Braves' loss are bad opticsRonald Acuña Jr. is raising a lot of eyebrows with his actions after the Atlanta Braves were bounced from the playoffs, but not everything is as it appears.

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🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

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Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Braves should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

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Season’s done — are you satisfied, gratified, both, or neither?B for Braves

Tyler Mahle gave real hope of Braves reunion with post-NLDS loss commentsTyler Mahle just gave the Atlanta Braves a huge opportunity to get their offseason started with a reunion, but will they take it?

Braves’ projected arbitration salaries show some very obvious nontender decisionsThe Atlanta Braves just lost in the NLDS. Now, it is time to begin thinking about how their roster will take shape in 2027 and that starts with arbitration.

10 Braves who won't be back next season as Atlanta reaches a franchise crossroadsThe Atlanta Braves are set to lose quite a few players from their 2026 playoff team before the start of next season. Here are the likely candidates.

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

Braves News: Season over, Tyler Mahle, Offseason, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

Braves fail to find magic touch as Postseason run ends in scuffling fashion for batsA weird season comes to a quiet close

Braves end 2026 campaign at home with NLDS exitA strong start by Mahle and heroics by Michael Harris II can’t overcome another night of no-show offense.

Dodgers Eliminate Braves 🔵LA advances to 8th NLCS in the last 10 years with 4-1 win over Atlanta

Standing O for Mahle 👏

Tyler Mahle exits to a standing ovation from Braves fans 👏

Ozzie Albies Leadoff Double ♨️

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Ozzie Albies has leadoff double for the Braves in the 6th 👀 📺: FS1

MIchael Harris Scores Run 🏃

Money Mike makes a deposit 💰 #LetItFly

Braves have faced an all-time pitching gauntlet this postseason, and Game 4 is no differentThe Braves offense has faced a starting pitching gauntlet unlike any. However, if Atlanta wants to advance, they have to figure things out against another ace.

Braves maintain calm and focus as they attempt to mount comeback in NLDSThere’s no panic surrounding the Braves despite what’s at stake

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s playoff disappearing act with Braves should have team asking hard questionsThe Atlanta Braves need to take a hard look at exactly how hard they want to push to keep Ronald Acuna Jr. after his latest playoff disappointment.

Braves' NLDS Game 4 lineup shuffle shows that Walt Weiss knows it's now or neverThe Atlanta Braves Game Four lineup against the Dodgers sees Drake Baldwin slip in the order, while the red-hot Michael Harris II takes over as leadoff man.

Braves Game 4 Lineup 🪓

Today’s #NLDS Game 4 Dodgers lineup at Braves:

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Dodgers Game 4 Lineup

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Braves aiming to force NLDS Game 5 with Tyler Mahle on the moundWin today for a chance to play LA on Friday.

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How long will the Astros make Joe Espada twist in the wind before deciding his future?The Astros' season ended over a week ago. There is no reason to delay announcing his future any further.

Braves’ continued insistence on playing Ha-Seong Kim makes even less sense nowHa-Seong Kim's continued presence in the Atlanta Braves' lineup is costly the team dearly, and it should not continue despite Ronald Acuna Jr.'s knee issues.

Braves Minor League Recap: Owen Carey Singles in WinCarey had a hit and a key outfield assist in Glendale’s first win

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Chris Sale’s Game 3 struggles helps vindicate Braves’ decision to not start him in Game 2The Atlanta Braves may have made the right decision to start Chris Sale in Game 3 after all, but not for the reasons they originally thought.

Who’s gonna save the Braves from elimination? / Who’s gonna get the Braves eliminated?Do you think any Braves took a feat that raises their abilities in an elimination game?

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Astros will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

Braves News: Chris Sale struggles, Ronald Acuña Jr. update, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.

Braves on track to 'top' previous dynasty's letdown without another deep playoff runThe Atlanta Braves' previous dynasty fell short of the multiple World Series titles they should have won, but this current team may be more disappointing.

Freddie Freeman has officially embraced his role as a Braves villainFreddie Freeman once wished that Atlanta Braves fans would still love him after he left. Nowadays, he is fully embracing his heel turn.

Unreal Dubón Wall Robbery 😱

2x Gold Glove winner takes one back from Freddie Freeman

Atlanta’s star hitters must perform like stars with elimination loomingRonald Acuña Jr. (among others) has got to step it up — and soon. Otherwise, the show stops here.

Sale struggles and bats cold as Braves fall to DodgersSale struggled by his standards and had little run support in loss

Sale x Yamamoto Cap-Tip 🫡 (via @MLB/X)

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Dodgers Claim Game 3 ♨️Yamamoto outduels Sale on the mound as Braves face NLDS elimination 📲

Olson Wanted to Challenge 👀

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Matt Olson thought about challenging this 3-2 pitch but decided against it. Braves only have one challenge remaining after Ronald Acuña Jr. lost one in the first inning

Pics of Dubón Wall Grab 😮‍💨

MAURICIOOOOOO!!!!! #LetItFly

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Astros pending free agents: Who should stay, who should goIt's going to be a busy offseason for the Astros, who have a lot of decisions to make on their roster.

6 Ks For Sale Through 2 IP ⛽️

Three more strikeouts for Chris Sale! 6 Ks through 2 innings 🤯

Sale Ends 1st With Ohtnai K 🔥

Chris Sale strikes out Freddie Freeman, Will Smith, and Shohei Ohtani in the top of the 1st!

Braves, Weiss look forward to marquee matchup of Chris Sale against Yoshinobu Yamamoto and DodgersThe eyes of the baseball world will be squarely set on Truist Park. The Braves appear ready for the spotlight.

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Braves' NLDS Game 3 lineup sees last second change after Ronald Acuña Jr. injury scareThe Atlanta Braves had to make some last minute changes to their lineup for Game 3 due to Ronald Acuña Jr.'s sore knee.

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The greatest MLB player from every stateBaseball is America’s pastime for a reason. It remains the one sport kids play from a young age and remain active in through high school in many cases. There ar

Updated Braves Game 3 Lineup📋

How every MLB owner made their fortune, from Stan Kroenke to Steve CohenMLB owners are worth billions of dollars. This is nothing new. While most are in the business of private equity or even gain net worth courtesy of their team al

Ha-Seong Kim back at SS as Braves deploy similar lineupMauricio Dubón is back in LF and Murphy stays at DH

Ray Kerr's MLB Journey Is WILD 😲

Braves LHP went from 7-Eleven to shutting down the champs

Braves NLDS Game 3 Lineup 📋

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The Braves and Chris Sale look for NLDS series lead over DodgersA win today would put them one away from the NLCS for the first time since 2021

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10 songs every angry Astros fan needs on their postseason rage playlistAstros fans, you have anger, rage, and frustration to get out of your body. These songs will help you.

Braves must buck their own history against Yoshinobu Yamamoto to take control of NLDSThe Atlanta Braves have a real chance to seize all of the momentum in the NLDS. To do so, the Braves' offense has to finally figure out Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

Braves Minor League Recap: Isaiah Drake Records Hit in AFLYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s remarks detail past Braves drama, but fuel speculation over his targetWe should be talking about the Atlanta Braves' upcoming NLDS Game 3 against the Dodgers, but Ronald Acuña Jr. may have created an unnecessary distraction.

How many innings will Chris Sale throw in Game 3?What does Full Strength Chris Sale’s usage look like on Tuesday evening?

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Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢Where Atlanta's first-year players stand across the league 📲

Atlanta Braves News: Chris Sale Takes Mound in Game 3, Matt Olson Hank Aaron Award Finalist, MoreAces Clash in tlanta

Michael Harris II is carrying the Braves' offense, but Atlanta needs Matt Olson backThe Atlanta Braves have gotten enough out of Michael Harris II this postseason to get by, but a deep playoff run is going to require Matt Olson to wake up.

Walt Weiss forging his own path as Braves' manager this postseason despite speed bumpsIn his first postseason, Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss is showcasing that he has what it takes to lead a successful October run.

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Astros should move on from Christian Walker — Here’s who could replace himWalker has underwhelmed in two seasons in Houston and the team should move on. Here's how they could do it.

All of the Braves' and Dodgers' NLDS players who also played in legendary 2021 NLCSThe Atlanta Braves have a lot of history with the Dodgers, and the cast of characters have changed quite a bit even in the last few years.

Matt Olson named finalist for 2026 Hank Aaron AwardYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

What could life look like after Jeremy Pena for the Astros?Pena has established himself as the second-best player on the team behind Yordan Alvarez. Here are the potential plans for Houston if they move on from their A

6 Braves players holding the team back during NLDS battle with the DodgersThe Atlanta Braves are finding ways to make it work in this NLDS against the Dodgers, but there are a few players that are making their job harder.

Players Who Were Worse Than You Think in 2026 ⚾Breaking down which Astro didn't perform as well as expected this year 📲

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡Assessing how the Braves and Orioles could make a move ➡️

Should the Houston Astros trade Yainer Diaz? The catcher decision isn’t that simpleA new GM must weigh whether Diaz' positive bat will outweigh his negative defense, and if so, for how long?

Rojas: 'Nothing Is Easy' 😒Dodgers infielder knows 3-peat will be a challenge

Braves Minor League Recap: Owen Carey, Isaiah Drake both reach baseIsaiah Drake returned to baseball for the first time since June 27th

Latest Free Agent Rumors 👂Predictions with offseason looming 📲

So what was really the deal with Chris Sale?What a weird Sunday

Braves' insane Robert Suarez gamble pays huge dividends in Game 2The Atlanta Braves needed Robert Suarez to step up in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Dodgers. Thankfully, he delivered.

Atlanta Braves News: Braves win Game 2 to Split Series, Didier Fuentes and Ray Kerr Clutch Performances, MoreYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Braves' Game 2 stunner might've broken Dodgers' crowd, fueled embarrassing early exitThe Atlanta Braves not only stole home field advantage from the Dodgers in Game 2, but they also may have broken LA fans' spirits along the way.

Ray Kerr is reminding Braves fans of Tyler Matzek's epic run, but he may be even more importantBraves fans didn't expect Ray Kerr to be as good as he has been so far in the playoffs. He is giving memories of performances from the past like Tyler Matzek.

Didier Fuentes steals the show as Braves return home with home field advantage in NLDSNot bad for a 21-year-old in his first-ever Postseason run, eh?

Ray Kerr, Didier Fuentes, Michael Harris II deliver for bold Braves to level NLDS vs. DodgersA win that everyone saw coming…

Braves' Opener Shines vs. LA 💪Stats and recap from Game 2 of NLDS

Braves Even Series with LA 🪓

Money Mike's three-hit night carries Atlanta

Money Mike's Third Hit 💵

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MONEY MIKE DELIVERS FOR THE BRAVES AGAIN! His THIRD hit of the night 😮‍💨 (via @MLB)

Harris Triple Leads to Score 😏

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BRAVES TAKE THE LEAD ON A WILD PITCH 😳 (via @Braves)

Kerr Continues Opener Success 👏

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Ray Kerr continues to dominate as an opener for the Braves 😳 Tonight in LA: 2.2 IP, 2 H, 0 ER, 4 K

Dubón RBI 🙌

Mauricio Dubón and the Braves are on the board first in Game 2!

Walt Weiss confirms Game 3 start for Chris Sale, plus more pregame news and notesRonald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim also shared some thoughts ahead of a crucial NLDS Game 2 in LA for the Braves

How to rebuild the Astros pitching staff: who stays, who goes, new targetsPitching was the backbone of the Astros dynasty era, and the biggest reason for this season's failures.

Lane Thomas returns to Braves lineup for Game 2 of NLDSThe platoon is back in full effect.

Braves' Game Three lineup release has renewed urgency after unpopular Chris Sale decisionThe Atlanta Braves have as close to a must-win Game Two in a playoff series as you can get, and they don't have Chris Sale starting. Here is their lineup.

Braves NLDS Game 2 Lineup 📝

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Ray Kerr, not Chris Sale, starting Game 2 of NLDS for Braves in Los AngelesAnother pitching matchup stacked against the Braves’ favor in Game 2.

Braves got bit in brutal NLDS loss thanks to Walt Weiss' distinctly 'Snitker-like' decisionThe Atlanta Braves lost Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers for a number of reasons, but one key one was a familiar flaw rearing its head with Walt Weiss.

Espada isn't Dusty, but the numbers say he deserves to be Astros managerEspada was tasked to do far more with much less, and the numbers say he absolutely did.

Braves cannot overcome lack of pitching depth and Eric Gregg 2.0 in loss to DodgersUmpire Roberto Ortiz's inconsistent strike zone may have exacerbated Atlanta Braves' chase problem in Game One loss to Dodgers.