Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Atlanta Braves - July 09, 2026

Alex Anthopoulos’ Braves legacy is on the line with team’s playoff push in 2026Alex Anthopoulos really needs the 2026 Atlanta Braves to come through and show something in the playoffs this year if he is going to win fans back over.

Paul Skenes' latest scoreless start came with one massive red flagPaul Skenes finally put another zero on the scoreboard Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels. That was the good news. How hard he had to work for it was conside

Braves have no shortage of internal solutions to their outfield issues en routeThe Atlanta Braves finally have the minor league depth at outfield that they have sorely needed for several years now.

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VOTE: Do you expect Don Kelly back next season?Will the Bucs find a new Skipper?

Pirates vs. White Sox (09/08/2026)

Full highlights from Pittsburgh Pirates' 9-3 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

Rays vs. Braves (09/08/2026)

Atlanta Braves vs. Tampa Bay Rays - 09/08/2026

Jacob Gonzalez's White Sox reunion puts Pirates trade under harsh spotlightJacob Gonzalez will get a chance to face his former team on the South Side of Chicago this week. The more interesting reunion, though, might be between the Pitt

Robert Suarez gets closer to returning to the mound for BravesAtlanta’s bullpen could receive a pretty big boost just in time for October

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Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago White Sox: Bubba Chandler vs. Sean BurkeThe Bucs head to Chi-town for back-to-back sets.

Henry Davis' latest swing fix deserves more skepticism than optimismHenry Davis finally gave the Pittsburgh Pirates exactly what they needed Sunday afternoon. But that doesn’t mean they should assume he has finally figured anyth

Bryce Elder has knee scope, out three to four weeksHello darkness, my old friend

Michael Harris II returns to leadoff spot for Braves’ opener vs. RaysYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Ozzie Albies is broken again and that has his time with Braves running out fastThe Atlanta Braves may have their hand forced soon as to the fate of Ozzie Albies after yet another prolonged stretch of uninspired play in August.

Braves forced to change course again after surprise Bryce Elder injury updateThe Atlanta Braves just got some needed roster clarity after it was revealed that Bryce Elder had his knee scoped and will be out for a while.

Worst-To-First Retrospective: Sid Bream shares his reflections on 1991 seasonSid Bream shares his thoughts and memories on his eventful time with the Braves during the early ‘90s

Rome Emperors 2026 season recapRecapping the 2026 season for the Atlanta Braves High-A affiliate, the Rome Emperors.

JR Ritchie’s career game just gave hope to Braves that he has turned corner in minorsThe Atlanta Braves may still be able to get a quality starter out of JR Ritchie after all if his last start in the minors is any indication.

NL Wild Card standings exposing brutal truth about Pirates' playoff chase amid hot streakThe Pittsburgh Pirates are finally playing the kind of baseball everyone spent months waiting to see. Unfortunately, September has exposed the uncomfortable rea

Augusta GreenJackets season 2026 RecapA recap of the Atlanta Braves Low-A affiliate, the Augusta GreenJackets, 2026 season.

Some thoughts after the Braves drew a split in PhiladelphiaNot a question this time, ha

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99 Best Sports Squads Ever 🔥The '95 Braves. The '22 Dawgs. Tap to see sports' GOAT squads 📲

Atlanta Braves News: Series Split with Phillies, Grant Holmes Remains Locked In, MoreSeries Split a success for Braves.

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B/R's Undisputed SS Rankings 📊Where Mauricio Dubón stands in the league 📲

Braves need Matt Olson to end his second-half slump if they're going to have a chance in OctoberThe Atlanta Braves need Matt Olson to fight his way out of the horrific slump he has found himself in.

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Pirates' latest Nick Gonzales move may reveal their long term planPerhaps the most sensible way to keep his bat in the lineup.

Braves' flawed offensive approach must put Tim Hyers on hot seat or nothing will changeThe Atlanta Braves' frustrating offensive approach bring hitting coach Tim Hyers' job security into question. Is it time for Atlanta to move on from Hyers?

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Pirates recall Ronny Simon, option Nick Yorke to Indianapolis over weekendThe Pirates made some moves over holiday weekend.

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Pirates Injury Update: Ryan O'Hearn rehab assignment, Kirby Yates IL timelineRyan O’Hearn is taking a significant step toward returning to the Pittsburgh Pirates’ lineup. O’Hearn is expected to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday with Tripl

Braves at Phillies series recap: Atlanta holds serve and keeps their nerveThe Braves went in with a four-game lead in the division. The Braves left town with a four-game lead in the division.

Ronald Acuña Jr. is embracing villain role in Braves-Phillies rivalry and it is perfectRonald Acuña Jr. is not making any friends in Philadelphia and that is exactly what the Atlanta Braves and baseball needs more of.

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Latest MLB Playoff Picture 👀Where things stand after Angels get eliminated from contention for 12th straight season 📲

Grant Holmes excellent, but Braves blanked by PhilliesHolmes had one of his best career starts, but the offense only had two hits in 0-1 loss.

Lane Thomas in lineup at RF, Ronald Acuña at DH for Braves at PhilliesOlson is shifted down to fourth, and Kim is at SS in lineup shakeup against a LHP SP

Braves make long overdue Bryce Elder decision that may not even go far enoughThe Atlanta Braves had to make some sort of decision regarding their rotation with Reynaldo Lopez coming back, and it looks like Bryce Elder is the odd man out.

Braves Minor League Recap: JR Ritchie sets record while Essenburg & Miller flex powerJR Ritchie was dominant, setting a Stripers record with 15 strikeouts

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Brandon Lowe is battling Pirates division rival for 2026 Silver Slugger as race comes down to wireBrandon Lowe has spent his first season with the Pittsburgh Pirates doing exactly what they acquired him to do: provide the kind of left-handed power their line

Grant Holmes takes the mound as Braves look to take series against PhilliesThe Braves face a tough test today, but Holmes seems to thrive in day games.

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊Where the Pirates stand as they continue fighting for a wild card spot ➡️

Atlanta Braves News: Ronald Acuna Jr. Delivers Once Again, Tyler Mahle Shines, MoreBraves keep winning on Sunday.

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Buy or Sell Playoff Contenders 🧐Which teams' hopes are realistic, and which aren't? 📲

Ronald Acuña Jr.'s impressive defensive turnaround is truly bizarreRonald Acuña Jr. has all of a sudden become a force of nature on defense again for the Atlanta Braves.

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Pirates can give Don Kelly exactly what he needs with one offseason moveAs Don Kelly draws to the end of his second season as manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, it’s time to evaluate his staff. At just 46 years old, Kelly is on the

Braves’ biggest roster headache gets another complication with Reynaldo Lopez’s returnReynaldo Lopez's return is imminent, but it creates an annoying roster issue for the Atlanta Braves involving their bullpen and his role.

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Last year’s Reds offer Pirates a blueprint for improbable September playoff pushFor most of the summer, every Pittsburgh Pirates hot streak has come with the same qualifier: too little, too late. Maybe it still is. But after Sunday's 1-0 wi

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New MLB Playoff Picture ♨️Rockies first to be eliminated from contention. Full standings with 3 weeks to go 📲

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Ronald Acuña Jr. comes up big as Braves rally past Phillies for momentous winRonald’s hot stretch continued with possibly his biggest hit of the season.

Austin Riley's clutch hit for Braves against Philadelphia had most improbable of oddsAustin Riley has been searching for the clutch hit all season long, and when it seemed most improbable, the Atlanta Braves' third baseman finally delivered.

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SB Nation Reacts results: Do you think the Pirates re-sign Brandon Lowe this offseason?Will the Bucs’ homerun leader be back next season?

Acuña Game-Tying HR in 8th 🥶 (@MLB)

Braves star clutches up late against Phillies

Angels vs. Pirates (09/06/2026)

Full highlights from Pittsburgh Pirates' 1-0 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

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MLB Teams in Need of a New StadiumA's and Rays coming soon...who is next? 📲

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Los Angeles Angels at. Pittsburgh Pirates: Walbert Ureña vs. Paul SkenesThe Pirates desperately need a win to make ground in the NL Wild Card.

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Tyler Mahle gets the call for Game 3 of Braves-Phillies clashWill Sunday’s game provide the first lead change of the series?

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Braves Minor League Recap: Essenburg Stars as A-Ball Season Winds DownThe Atlanta Braves organization split their games on Saturday, as Conor Essenburg had another big day at the plate.

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Oneil Cruz's key Pirates development comes with a terrifying downsideAt this time last year, we were talking about whether or not it was time for the Pittsburgh Pirates to move on. The six-foot-seven specimen was full of tools, b

5 fateful Braves decisions that are looming very large as the 2026 season winds downThe Atlanta Braves have made a number of decisions in recent years that are making a big difference (for better or worse) during this stretch run.

Zack Wheeler's whining about Braves, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s home trot makes absolutely no senseThe Atlanta Braves have some more bulletin board material after Zack Wheeler's comments about Ronald Acuña Jr.'s home run trot.

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Pirates lockout fears may hand Ben Cherington lifeline fans will hateIf Pittsburgh Pirates fans were hoping the 2026 season would finally force the organization to make a definitive decision on Ben Cherington, they might not like

Braves News: Division standings, Martin Perez blowup, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

Atlanta offense can’t overcome Martin Perez meltdownThe Braves’ veteran starter had a rough outing and the offense hit two homers, but of the solo variety.

Acuña's 450-FT Moonshot ☄️

Braves star's upper-deck HR knocks in his 500th career RBI

Angels vs. Pirates (09/05/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Angels' 6-1 win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 🎥

Braves vs. Phillies (09/05/2026)

Full highlights from Philadelphia Phillies' 4-2 win vs. Atlanta Braves 🎥

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Los Angeles Angels at. Pittsburgh Pirates: Yusei Kikuchi vs. Braxton AshcraftThe Pirates look to win their third game in a row inside PNC Park.

Michael Harris returns to the lineup, batting cleanupMichael Harris returns to the lineup and Drake Baldwin returns to the leadoff spot, facing the righty Zack Wheeler

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This one failed adjustment is costing Braves and AJ Smith-Shawver dearly after his returnAtlanta Braves starter AJ Smith-Shawver hasn't had the best luck since returning to the rotation. He needs to make some adjustments if he wants to stick around.

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Players with Most to Prove 👀10 MLB stars who have to show their worth before October

Braves look to take another in Philly behind Martin PerezThis pitching matchup is scary on paper but is perhaps closer than it looks on the surface

Braves Minor League Recap: Alex Lodise homers, doubles for ColumbusLodise now carries an OPS of .825 with Columbus on the season.

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New depths of Braves' ABS ineptitude makes it crystal clear team must change strategyThe Atlanta Braves have struggled all year with ABS challenges, but it's their lineup in particular that needs to figure out a new strategy.

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Luke Weaver just revealed unbelievable reason for struggles since Pirates tradeWhen the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Luke Weaver from the New York Mets at the trade deadline, they thought they were adding one of the more dependable veteran

Is Chris Sale having the best second half season in Braves history?Yes or yes?

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Biggest Scandals in Sports History 😱Ranking Clippers' cap circumvention among the biggest punishments given out in all of sports

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Braves News: Robert Suarez's progress, Reynaldo Lopez's return, Chris Sale Cy Young caseThe Atlanta Braves handled their business against the Phillies on Friday, but here is the news that you may have missed.

Braves News: Chris Sale solid, 2027 Spring Training schedule, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.

Braxton Ashcraft’s latest milestone shows how dramatically his Pirates role has changedHeading into 2026, there was something different about Braxton Ashcraft. For the first time in a long time, the promising right-hander was healthy over the offs

Mauricio Dubón, Chris Sale help Braves win series opener at PhilliesA tone-setter to begin a crucial series.

Braves vs. Phillies (09/04/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 5-2 win vs. Philadelphia Phillies 🎥

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One stat tells us everything about Braves’ biggest offensive flaw (but there’s a catch)The Atlanta Braves just can't seem to get out of their own way when it comes to their swing decisions this season.

NL Wild Card Standings heading into Pirates-Angels series provide real hope (but one obstacle)For as ugly as August became for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the National League Wild Card race has somehow refused to completely leave them behind entering Septemb

Michael Harris II out of lineup for Braves’ series opener in PhillyMoney Mike missing in the city of Brotherly Love

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Ronald Acuña Jr. is far from Braves’ only problem when it comes to facing heatersRonald Acuña Jr. has certainly struggled against four-seam fastball this season, but he is far from being the only Atlanta Braves hitter guilty of that sin.

Pirates DFA trade acquisition from Yankees to activate Konnor GriffinThe Pittsburgh Pirates finally have Konnor Griffin back, and one of their recent depth acquisitions is already paying the price. The Pirates officially reinstat

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Los Angeles Angels at. Pittsburgh Pirates: Ryan Johnson vs. Jared JonesWelcome back, Konnor Griffin.

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2027 Spring Training Date 🗓️All 30 MLB teams will open camp on Feb. 19

Atlanta Braves reveal 2027 Spring Training scheduleHopefully this schedule sticks!

Chris Sale faces Cristopher Sánchez as critical Braves-Phillies series beginsA battle of the aces as the crucial NL East battle gets underway

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Owners We Hope Sell Next 💰Breaking down why the Pirates could cash in 📲

Braves are still in control but must seize the moment in PhiladelphiaIt’s not all on the line this weekend but the Braves are still going to need to assert themselves against Philadelphia

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First 2027 MLB Mock Draft 🔮Projections for top-tier talent in next year's class 📲

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Braves insider may have dropped huge hint to Atlanta’s future Didier Fuentes plansThe Atlanta Braves may have already decided what their plan is for Didier Fuentes long term, and it is more complicated a decision than you think.

Pirates land former Twins outfielder who chose hometown over other offersThe Pittsburgh Pirates are bringing a familiar baseball name back home — and taking a low-risk chance on a player whose stock had been trending upward before a

Braves News: NL East clash, playoff chase, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.

Konnor Griffin’s return highlights just how badly Pirates failed to survive without himKonnor Griffin is finally on the verge of returning to the Pittsburgh Pirates. That should be exciting. It should also be a little embarrassing. Griffin is elig

6 Braves prospects who are trending towards being busts after brutal 2026 seasonsThe Atlanta Braves farm system is greatly improved in 2026, but that doesn't mean that they don't have some prospects that have been pretty disappointing.

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What the Pirates need to do to make a playoff pushCan the Pirates sniff the postseason?

Carmen Mlodzinski’s latest workload reveal raises more Pirates questionsAt some point, Carmen Mlodzinski and the Pittsburgh Pirates have to pick a lane. For most of the season, Mlodzinski has maintained that he views himself as a st

Braves may have their very own Trea Turner sitting down in the minors right nowThe Atlanta Braves may very well have their own version of Trea Turner residing in the minors right now, although we may have to wait a bit for him.

Braves make adjustment to rotation plans after Bryce Elder's latest tough startThe Atlanta Braves are taking advantage of the benefits from a previous rain delay to shuffle their rotation around yet again.

Brutal Kirby Yates injury opens valuable September opportunity for Pirates rookieThe Pittsburgh Pirates signed veteran right-hander Kirby Yates at the trade deadline because they believed they would be playing meaningful baseball down the st

Giants vs. Pirates (09/03/2026)

Full highlights from Pittsburgh Pirates' 5-2 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

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San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Blade Tidwell vs. Luke BacharThe Bucs need a dub.

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Braves Minor League Recap: Davis Polo strikes out a dozen for RomePolo dominated on Wednesday in his second career start at the high-A level

Pirates need this strange Bryan Reynolds trend to end to salvage any 2026 playoff hopesWe've been thinking about the Pittsburgh Pirates taking the good, and the more recent bad, and putting it together as a valuable learning experience. The young

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What are you doing on Big Series/Important Stretch eve?Girding yourself for Peak Regular Season Baseball?

Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. joined the 200-200 club, but what are his Hall of Fame chances?While Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. 200-200 accomplishment is absolutely sick, he still has a long ways to go before the Hall of Fame is possible.

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Trade Deadline Takes 1 Month Later 🗣️Reactions and mea culpa's from the summer's transaction flurry 📲

Top Braves prospect Eric Hartman just received the most obvious honor (but we love it)Top Braves prospect Eric Hartman unsurprisingly landed on the MLB Pipeline all-breakout team. Given how impressive Hartman was in 2026, this was a formality.

Pirates may finally have to reward their forgotten top draft pickEven if the Pittsburgh Pirates' farm system has taken a tumble in the rankings since the graduations of Konnor Griffin, Bubba Chandler, and Esmerlyn Valdez, the

Braves News: Ronald Acuna makes history, Blake Burkhalter optioned, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday

Acuña's 200th Career HR 🌟

Braves star hits milestone while leading rout of Nationals

Giants vs. Pirates (09/02/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 5-4 win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 🎥

Braves vs. Nationals (and Giants) series recap: Holding steady and getting ready for PhiladelphiaThe Braves salvaged a win, which means they’ll have a four-game lead going into four games in Philadelphia.

Oscar Marin’s growing Reds role adds insult to Pirates’ pitching regressionThe Pittsburgh Pirates decided last offseason that one of baseball’s better pitching staffs needed a new voice. Less than a year later, the old voice is getting

Ronald Acuña Jr. makes history and Sean Murphy has four RBI in Braves win over NationalsIn arguably the most complete game of the year, the Braves clicked on both offense and pitching to beat the Nationals

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San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Landen Roupp vs. Jared JonesThe Pirates are at PNC Park looking to grab a win today.

Ronald Acuña Jr. reaches 200 career home runs and 200 career stolen bases in fewest gamesYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Braves vs. Nationals (09/02/2026)

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Latest playoff bracket is Braves nightmare fuel, but there is little they can do to fix itThe Atlanta Braves' potential paths in the NL playoff bracket are looking extremely daunting at the moment.

Pirates News: Ryan O’Hearn in Pittsburgh, catching depth added, Konnor GriffinRyan O’Hearn may not be ready to return to the Pittsburgh Pirates’ lineup just yet, but his presence is already back in the clubhouse. O’Hearn is currently with

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MLB Home Stretch Predictions 🔮10 things we think will happen before the playoffs 📲

Paul Skenes loses command again just as Pirates had reason for hopeFor one start, it looked like Paul Skenes had finally found his way back. Then Tuesday happened. Fresh off six scoreless innings in San Diego, where his velocit

Braves’ 2026 playoff hopes could hinge on this next Robert Suarez updateThe Atlanta Braves have to be waiting very anxiously for word on how Robert Suarez's latest step in his recovery went.

Pirates make one thing clear with wild win that should have been a lossThere are plenty of reasons to doubt the Pittsburgh Pirates’ chances of completing a September miracle. But Tuesday night showed there’s at least one reason not

Kim stays in lineup and Murphy moves up to sixth as Braves face NationalsWalt Weiss continues to shake up the lineup to try and find the right recipe for success.

Grant Holmes looks to get the Braves back on track against NationalsHolmes will be facing an opener from the Nats in Brad Lord. We may see fireworks on offense.