Los Angeles Angels vs. Atlanta Braves - August 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.

Reid Detmers addresses uncertain Angels future before 2026 trade deadlineReid Detmers addressed trade speculation ahead of the deadline, hinting at what his future with the Los Angeles Angels holds.

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Predicting 2nd-Half Breakouts 💥Players to watch in the back half of the year ➡️

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

Padres vs. Braves (07/22/2026)

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

Angels first-rounder draws comparisons to Freddie Freeman as a unique skill is revealedThe Los Angeles Angels have earned near-universal praise for their 2026 draft haul, and first-round pick Jared Grindlinger is a major reason why. The prep star

Angels' front office overhaul under John Mozeliak hits dramatic snag with 'Baseball Spy'The Los Angeles Angels fired a local scout, who dubbed himself "the baseball spy", after an incident against the Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres.

Cardinals vs. Angels (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from St. Louis Cardinals' 1-0 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

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?

Angels' Walbert Ureña should get Mike Trout's praise framed — it doesn't get any better than thatThe Los Angeles Angels front office has to be thrilled about Walbert Ureña's emergence this season, and Mike Trout's praise makes it even better.

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.

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

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Angels Also Spied on PadresFormer scout Justin Prinstein was spotted at Petco Park in April (The Athletic)

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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Building the dream Angels trade deadline if John Mozeliak starts a true fire saleThe Los Angeles Angels have a chance to rewrite their story at this year's trade deadline. Here is what it would take for their efforts to be a real success.

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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.

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.

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Los Angeles Angels vs. St. Louis Cardinals - 07/21/2026

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

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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?

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Upcoming trade deadline is playing right into Angels' hands right nowPhase one of the post-Perry Minasian era is complete. The Los Angeles Angels have unanimously been named as one of the biggest winners of the 2026 MLB Draft. Th

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.

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.

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John Mozeliak Discusses Angels' DeadlineWill the Angels seriously consider trading any of their players of significance? Interim GM John Mozeliak weighs in.

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

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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Why Nolan Schanuel could become the Angels biggest trade deadline surpriseNolan Schanuel has not been tied to any trade rumors yet, but perhaps the Los Angeles Angels should rethink their current stance.

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

Starting Pitcher Market ⛽️

Insider Jon Heyman talks latest names that could be on the move

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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.

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👀 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?

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Blueprint to get Angels to trade Reid Detmers couldn't be more simpleIf the Los Angeles Angels do decide to trade away left-handed starter Reid Detmers, they should target a specific type of prospect.

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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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.

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.

Tigers vs. Angels (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Angels' 3-2 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

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.

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 📲

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Oswald Peraza's brutal slump leaves Angels facing uncertainty during the second halfLos Angeles Angels infielder Oswald Peraza has struggled mightily after a promising start to the year. The Angels now have choices to make in the second half.

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?

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Angels’ 2025 first round pick has impressed, but that doesn’t mean the pick is aging wellThe Los Angeles Angels' decision to draft Tyler Bremner wasn't terrible, but it still seems like Johnny Slawinski has to pan out to avoid true regret.

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

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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

Tigers vs. Angels (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 7-0 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

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

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

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Angels Rumors: Jeff Passan throws ice cold water on trade deadline plansESPN's Jeff Passan doesn't believe the Los Angeles Angels have the parts to sell at the trade deadline, and that's one opinion that is incorrect.

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

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Angels may have found a long-term answer in the outfield they never saw comingWade Meckler has gone from waiver-wire afterthought to one of the Los Angeles Angels' most reliable bats.

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 📲

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.

Tigers vs. Angels (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 2-1 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

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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John Mozeliak is sounding more and more like he could stick around Angels longer than we thoughtWhile it seemed like John Mozeliiak might not be around that long with the Los Angeles Angels when he was first brought in, that could change.

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)?

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5 trade targets who would be great for the Angels if they weren’t on teams that hated themFixes for the Los Angeles Angels' outfield situation are sitting with other teams who want nothing to do with helping them.

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 ➡️

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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Angels fans finally have real reason to believe after universally praised draft haulInterim Los Angeles Angels general manager John Mozeliak promised a fresh approach to the 2026 MLB Draft. For far too long under Perry Minasian, the Angels' sel

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 ➡️