San Francisco Giants vs. Atlanta Braves - August 14, 2024

The Giants announced that surgery has been recommended for Blade Tidwell, which would keep him out all of 2027. He’ll join Hayden Birdsong, Trevor McDonald and Carson Whisenhunt in rehabbing.

The Giants announced that surgery has been recommended for Blade Tidwell, which would keep him out all of 2027. He’ll join Hayden Birdsong, Trevor McDonald and Carson Whisenhunt.

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Blade Tidwell has been recommended surgery following a meeting with Dr. Akizuki.

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FINAL: Twins 3, #SFGiants 2

The Giants lost 3-2. They had plenty of chances late, but left 10 on base. They'll need to win out to get a four-game winning streak in 2026.

Twins vs. Giants (09/22/2026)

Full highlights from Minnesota Twins' 3-2 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

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JR Ritchie strong, but Braves sleepwalk in post-hangover game, lose 4-0JR Ritchie was really the only positive thing in this fairly meaningless game

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Giants place Blade Tidwell on the IL with a UCL sprain, call up Braxton RoxbyAnother young pitcher lost to an elbow injury.

Reds vs. Braves (09/22/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 4-0 win vs. Atlanta Braves 🎥

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Ronald Acuña Jr. exits game with left shin contusion, is day-to-dayWell this is certainly concerning.

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Ronald Acuna Jr. exits Braves' game vs. Reds with injury as fans hold their breathThe last thing the Atlanta Braves need right now is another injury to Ronald Acuna Jr. Unfortunately, that may be what they have after an errant foul ball.

Acuña is Day-to-Day

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OF Ronald Acuña Jr. left tonight’s game due to a left shin contusion. X-rays were negative and he is day-to-day.

Ronald Acuña Jr. Exits Game

Braves star leaves early after fouling ball off his leg

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Ryan Walker and 5 other SF Giants who are next on the 40-man roster chopping blockThe SF Giants have a lot of roster moves to make this offseason and these six are easy ones compared to the rest.

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No rest (yet?) for the regulars in first Braves game after clinchWhadda ya mean, they clinched the division?!

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Where Braves’ 2027 payroll stands once the offseason finally arrives (but with a twist)The Atlanta Braves have a number of needs to address this coming offseason, but exactly how much payroll they will have available depends on several factors.

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Camilo Doval’s total fall from grace after Pirates DFA gives SF Giants hilarious opportunityCamilo Doval has been designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates which could allow the SF Giants to do something pretty hilarious.

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Division-winning Braves set to begin tune-ups as they welcome Reds to townPlaying out the string with a matchup of two pitchers that have struggled in 2026

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Bo Davidson has given SF Giants fans a reason to care with his MLB debutBo Davidson capped his unlikely rise from community college with a memorable SF Giants debut, recording his first MLB hit, stolen base and run at Oracle Park.

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SF Giants' bullpen may not be as different as many would like in 2027While the SF Giants' bullpen has been pretty dreadful this season, do not expect the team to completely start from scratch in 2027.

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Everything at Stake in Final Week 🌡️Biggest storylines that will decide how the playoff field shakes out 📲

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Gwinnett Stripers 2026 RecapRecapping the 2026 season of the Gwinnett Stripers, who are the Atlanta Braves highest level minor league affiliate.

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Blade Tidwell injury is now part of a troubling pattern for SF GiantsSF Giants pitcher Blade Tidwell had to leave Monday night's game with an elbow injury. If the worst is confirmed, he will join a troubling list.

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Mayer's Dad Rips Boston 😬Giants infielder's father feels fans were unfair with son

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What are you watching for as the Braves play out the string?Final bullpen jockeying stuff, I guess

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Silver Slugger pairings Braves fans wish they could’ve seenThe Atlanta Braves have a rich history with the Silver Slugger Awards, but man would it have been fun to see winners in different eras play together.

JUCO UDFA's First MLB Hit 👊

Giants' Bo Davidson had long road to bigs

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Atlanta Braves News: Eric Hartman wins Braves MiLB Player of Year, Postseason Rotation, MoreStill work to be done in the week ahead.

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The Worst Player on Every Team of 2026 Season 😞Breaking down who has been the biggest letdown for the Braves ➡️

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Sorry Pat Murphy, but Braves manager Walt Weiss should be NL Manager of the YearPat Murphy is the projected NL Manager of the Year favorite, but we make the case for Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss.

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WPBL Update: Firebells going for the championship tonightThe Firebells play Game 5 of the WPBL Championship Series tonight. Will they be the league’s very first champions?

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The Braves' splits versus starting pitchers and relievers make zero senseThe 2026 Atlanta Braves are already a very weird baseball team, but it is their splits against starters and relievers that could define their season.

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Giants get a 5-2 win, but lose another pitcher to injuryDrew Gilbert powers giants to 5-2 win over Twins

Twins vs. Giants (09/21/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 5-2 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Giants call up Bo Davidson, activate Marcelo MayerBryce Eldridge and Jung Hoo Lee are done for the year.

What SF Giants' Bo Davidson and Marcelo Mayer call-ups mean for Jung Hoo Lee and Casey SchmittThe SF Giants have called up Bo Davidson and Marcelo Mayer which could influence what the team does with Jung Hoo Lee and Casey Schmitt in the offseason.

Mayer Making Giants Debut

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The final homestand begins 🏡 ⌚️: 6:45 p.m. PT 📍: @OracleParkSF 📺: @NBCSGiants 📻: @KNBR | KSFN #SFGiants | @CocaCola

Victor Bericoto reminds everyone why SF Giants were comfortable trading Heliot RamosVictor Bericoto is back from an IL stint and he is reminding everyone why the SF Giants were okay with trading Heliot Ramos last month.

Braves may have just tipped their hand as to their risky plans for final week of seasonWith regards to their potential plans for the final week of the season, the Atlanta Braves appear to have their ideal solution already in place.

Robert Suarez to be activated soon for Braves bullpen, per Alex AnthopoulosYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Minor League roundup, September 18-20: Goodbye, MinorsThe final weekend on the farm.

SF Giants' next broadcasting duo is clear if this is the end for Kruk and KuipWith Mike Krukow set to retire and Duane Kuiper's cancer diagnosis, the SF Giants already know who will replace Kruk and Kuip in the booth.

This is the weirdest Braves team I’ve seenSeriously, it’s so weird.

Brett Sears Named Southern League All StarAtlanta Braves prospect Brett Sears named to Southern League All Star team.

Matt Wilkinson seems to be following SF Giants' Yusmeiro Petit blueprintSF Giants pitcher Matt Wilkinson seems like he could be used in a similar way to the way San Francisco utilized Yusmeiro Petit.

Giants-Twins Series Preview: The final week (thank goodness)Which team has been the bigger disappointment: the Giants or the Twins?

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Playoff Predictions Entering Last Week 🔮Projecting how the Braves will fare as one of the top contenders 📲

Martin Perez may have given Braves their rallying cry for the 2026 playoffsThe Atlanta Braves may have their playoff rallying cry, and it very fitting that it came out of the mouth of one of their unsung heroes in Martin Perez.

SF Giants minor league notes: A combined no-hitter, Joe Whitman's quietly solid finishThe San Jose Giants fell short of the California League title, but they made at least one memory during the Championship Series. In the second game of the serie

Braves Minor League Recap: Robert Suarez returns, David McCabe sizzles in season finaleSuarez brought the heat, hitting 98 in his first game back

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MLB Power Rankings Entering Final Week 🔢Where the Giants stand as they finish out the season ➡️

Braves' 2026 season may have been saved by their hire of Jeremy HefnerThe Atlanta Braves need to thank their lucky stars that they hired Jeremy Hefner last offseason, because they don't win the division without him.

Thankfully for the Mets, one deadline trade may soon overshadow SF Giants fateful moveIn 2011, the SF Giants made a fateful move in trading Zack Wheeler to the New York Mets in what has become an example to front offices of what not to do at the

How should we score the preseason production predictions?Now’s your chance to inform how we assign meaningless internet points

Which series are Giants fans most interested in this week?The final week of Giants baseball for the year starts today. Which series are Giants fans most interested in this week?

Robert Suarez passes latest rehab hurdle, but Braves' next steps with him sound unclearThe Atlanta Braves need Robert Suarez for their playoff run, but it remains unclear as to what their next steps will be to make sure it gets to that point.

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Tugboat shines — just not the brightestSwept in LA — despite Matt Wilkinson’s best efforts

Atlanta Braves News: Atlanta Clinches 2026 NL East Crown, Robert Suarez Returns to Mound, MoreBraves are 2026 NL East Champs

Braves at Astros series recap: Space City sweep seals NL East titleThe Braves take care of business in Houston and they’ll be coming home as NL East champions.

Yordan Called Team Meeting 😶Alvarez didn't mince words after Astros were swept by Braves

SF Giants GM basically admits where Jackson Flora will start in 2027, but team must be cautiousThe SF Giants seem to be telegraphing that Jackson Flora will begin 2027 in Double-A, but they have to be careful not to rush him too fast.

Latest MLB Playoff Picture 👀6 spots up for grabs with one week left. Full standings 📲

Giants vs. Dodgers (09/20/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Dodgers' 3-1 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

Braves clinch NL East title, as they complete a sweep in HoustonThe Braves cruised past the Astros to clinch the division, behind strong pitching and a big sixth inning on offense

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Bold Randy Arozarena free agency declaration may be opportunity Braves have been waiting forRandy Arozarena apparently wants to head back east when he hits free agency, and the Atlanta Braves absolutely need to get involved in the bidding.

Braves Are NL East Champs 🏆Atlanta locks up 7th division title in last 9 years 📸

Braves vs. Astros (09/20/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 4-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Duane Kuiper still hopes to be alongside Mike Krukow for final SF Giants broadcast despite cancer diagnosisSF Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper announced he has throat cancer which will make Mike Krukow's retirement next Sunday even more emotional.

SF Giants need to shut down Bryce Eldridge so he avoids Brandon Belt’s fateSF Giants slugger Bryce Eldridge has a head injury and the Giants need to be smart and shut him down since they have seen this with Brandon Belt before.

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Ronald Acuña Jr. isn't the only Braves star heating up at exactly the right timeOffense is often limited in playoff baseball, and between Matt Olson, Drake Baldwin, and Ronald Acuña Jr., the Braves have a trio of guys that can carry them.

Braves Minor League Recap: Davis Polo makes successful debutDavis Polo continued his meteoric rise up the Atlanta Braves system by pitching six scoreless innings on Saturday night.

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Left in the dustAfter loss, the Giants are trailing LA 5-4 in the season series, and 1,293 - 1,292 in the rivalry dating back to 1890.

SF Giants hope to get recent trade acquisition into a game before the end of the yearThe SF Giants wanted to get an evaluation on Marcelo Mayer following the trade. That evaluation may only be a couple of games, as Zack Minasian told Justice del

Braves go for sweep in Houston behind Martin PerezThe Braves can seal the deal on the division today and start looking to set themselves up optimally for the playoffs

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What were Giants fans’ favorite highlights of the week?Another week of Giants baseball comes to a close today. What were Giants fans’ favorite highlights of the week?

SF Giants welcome back power bat in flurry of roster movesThe SF Giants made a pair of roster moves ahead of Friday's series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. According to the team's transaction log, Victor Beric

Trade Ideas for Every Team 💡1 Move each squad wishes they could make this season

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Breaking down Braves' likely opponents in first round of the 2026 playoffsThe Atlanta Braves have all but locked up the NL East and are very likely to be the third seed. Here is what that means for the first round of the playoffs.

Braves News: Robert Suarez, division on the brink, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

Giants vs. Dodgers (09/19/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Dodgers' 10-4 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

Ronald Acuña Jr.’s grand slam powers comeback victory as Braves take series in HoustonThe magic number is [insert Ozzie Albies here]

Braves vs. Astros (09/19/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 6-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Braves run same lineup against the Astros in potential postseason previewCrawford Boxes, beware

Braves seek series win in Houston with Holmes on the hillYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Robert Suarez set for rehab assignment to Triple-A GwinnettSuarez will help finish off the regular season for the Gwinnett Stripers this Sunday

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Farhan Zaidi may have gifted SF Giants their center fielder of the futureJonah Cox has been impressive for the SF Giants in his rookie season and Farhan Zaidi is the reason the Giants were able to land him back in 2024.

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Minor League POY For Every Team 🏆B/R's top prospect performers of MiLB season for every squad ➡️

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A pair of SF Giants pitchers could attain Super Two status in the offseasonThe MLB offseason could change for a pair of SF Giants relievers. José Butto and Randy Rodríguez are projected to reach arbitration a year early by attaining Su

Why not celebrate clinching the playoff appearance?Your best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Buster Posey admits that obvious 2026 roster flaw will be offseason focus for SF GiantsThe SF Giants did little to address the bullpen last offseason, and that backfired spectacularly in 2026. Team president of baseball operations Buster Posey tol

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Braves' magic number to win NL East is the last question after Atlanta clinches playoff spotThe Atlanta Braves locked up a spot in the 2026 playoffs on Friday, and the NL East division title could come right behind it.

Braves News: Postseason berth clinched, playoff chase update, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.

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Who do Giants fans think was the Player of the Week?Another week of Giants baseball comes to a close this week. Who do Giants fans think was the Player of the Week?

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These 3 Braves players should absolutely be on the trading block this coming offseasonAustin Riley, Spencer Strider, and Reynaldo Lopez are just a few Atlanta Braves players who need to be on the trading block this upcoming offseason.

Braves clinch postseason bid with three homers in win over AstrosYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Braves Clinch Playoff Berth 🪓

Olson hits 40th homer as Atlanta becomes 3rd NL team to punch ticket 🎥

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Updated Playoff Bracket 📋Latest look at seeding with Braves clinching postseason for 8th time in 9 seasons 📲

Braves vs. Astros (09/18/2026)

Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 6-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Logan Webb’s season ends on the injured listThis radioactive season claims another victim. Logan Webb’s down year (for him) ends with blister problems.

3 other SF Giants who should probably be shut down after logical Logan Webb decisionThe SF Giants have decided to shut down Logan Webb for the season and if they are smart they will do the same with these three other players.

Logan Webb Out For The Season

The Giants placed Logan Webb on the IL with a right middle finger blister, ending his season.

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Drake Baldwin’s second half rebound with Braves is hiding unfortunate new lack of patienceDrake Baldwin looks more like his former self these days, but the Atlanta Braves catcher has seemingly developed an unfortunate flaw along the way.

Braves deploy regular cast of characters in series opener against AstrosYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

How SF Giants can play mini-spoiler to the Dodgers in final week of seasonThe SF Giants play the Dodgers six times in the last week and a half of the season. Here is how they can play mini-spoiler.

Braves head to Houston with Tyler Mahle on the moundYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Minor League roundup, September 17: Jackson Flora shines in eliminationYesterday on the farm.

Crooks vs. Losers Series PreviewThe Giants might’ve cheated you out of your time for six months, but the Dodgers have cheated you out of your money!

A quick look at the Postseason picture for the BravesThe quicker the Braves wrap this division up, the better.

Projecting SF Giants' 2028 rotation after Jackson Flora dazzles yet againSF Giants pitching prospect Jackson Flora impressed again and it is hard not to look ahead to 2028 when he could be in the team's starting rotation.

Speedy outfielder earns MLB Pipeline's breakout prospect of the year for SF GiantsOn Wednesday, MLB Pipeline highlighted one 2026 breakout prospect from each organization. There were no surprises for the SF Giants, as Jonah Cox was recognized

Will the Braves mess up the AL West race?They could mess it up in either direction!

Braves News: Astros on deck, Cubs series recap, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.

Top SF Giants pitching prospect takes home Pitcher of the Year honors againJacob Bresnahan was introduced to another league in 2026. For the third straight year, the top SF Giants pitching prospect earned Pitcher of the Year honors.

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Ranking Every Team's Best Rookie in 2026 🔢Where Bryce Eldridge stands among standout first-year players ➡️

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Braves News: Chris Sale rotation plan, Austin Riley's honor, Didier Fuentes hypeHere is the latest Atlanta Braves news that may have fallen through the cracks amidst the Braves' push to get into the postseason.

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3 slumping Braves players that may hold Atlanta's playoff fate in their handsOzzie Albies Austin Riley Mauricio Dubon

The bullpen, sure, but how do the Giants fix their defense?The Giants’ pitching woes aren’t entirely the consequence of minimal talent. Their defense is possibly worse.

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Cat's 1st Pitch With Triple-A Squad 🐈Rescue 'ChipPurr Jones' helps with delivering opening pitch to Braves' minor league team

SF Giants have a conundrum on what to do with Casey Schmitt for 2027Casey Schmitt had a great season for the SF Giants, but his role on the 2027 team, if he has one at all, remains up in the air.

Breaking down all the Braves prospects that are headed to the 2026 Arizona Fall LeagueThe Atlanta Braves have an intriguing group of prospects headed to the Arizona Fall League this fall.

Clearing the 40-man rosterWho will get rolled when the season wraps?

Braves’ contract mistake with Reynaldo Lopez on full display after his latest injuryThe Atlanta Braves' contract decisions with Reynaldo Lopez look like missteps after word got out that his shoulder remains a problem.

Mike Krukow makes a Will Clark-Bryce Eldridge comparison SF Giants need to come trueSF Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow likened Bryce Eldridge to Will Clark, a comparison that would be absolutely perfect if it came true for San Francisco.

Minor League roundup, September 16: San Jose loses the championshipYesterday on the farm.

Buster Posey doesn't shut the door on Harrison Bader returning to SF GiantsEven though it has seemed like Harrison Bader's SF Giants tenure is all but over, Buster Posey left open the possibility he could return.

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Braves at Cubs series recap: homers in one game, slouching in twoThe Braves ran more games off the season clock, and had a fun homer-filled win, too.

Rehabbing reliever headlines SF Giants contingent for 2026 Arizona Fall LeagueRandy Rodríguez is taking the next step in his recovery from Tommy John surgery. The 2025 NL All-Star will headline the SF Giants contingent heading to the Ariz

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Which poor-performing 2026 Braves arm will have the best career?It hasn’t been a banner year for young starters promoted to the majors by the Braves

Who do Giants fans think will win the Willie Mac Award?The Willie Mac Award will be presented before next Friday’s game. Who do Giants fans think will get this year’s honors?

Outfield defense remains an area to upgrade for the SF Giants in the offseasonLast offseason, the SF Giants aimed to upgrade outfield defense and thought they did by adding Harrison Bader. Regardless, it has been more of the same, as they

14 former Braves players whose teams are very much in the hunt for a playoff spotThese former Atlanta Braves players still have a real chance of making it into the playoffs with their new teams in 2026.

Giants need 10 innings to hold off Cardinals and win game, seriesDrew Gilbert’s 10th-inning bomb gives SF Giants first road series win in three months

Braves reliever Joe Jimenez's return from knee injury could be unprecedentedIf Atlanta Braves reliever Joe Jimenez does indeed return to the majors after his knee injury, his recovery could be a first.

Braves News: JR Ritchie, A-ball All-Stars, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday

JR Ritchie struggles in return as Braves lose to CubsDubón and Acuña had a nice night with the bat, but it was not enough as the Braves lose by four.

Braves vs. Cubs (09/16/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago Cubs' 8-4 win vs. Atlanta Braves 🎥

3 SF Giants who have played their way out of team's 2027 plansThe SF Giants have been holding open auditions the last month or so, and these three players have thus far failed to take advantage of the opportunity.

Sean Murphy at catcher and Drake Baldwin at DH for BravesThe Braves can potentially clinch a playoff spot tonight

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Minor League roundup, September 15: Argenis Cayama, Eric Nachtsheim power a playoff no-noYesterday on the farm.

Five Braves prospects make A-Ball All-Star TeamsFive Atlanta Braves prospects named to A-ball post season league All Star teams.

Rafael Devers was incredible for SF Giants, but will injury impact him next season?Notoriously a slow starter every season, plenty of SF Giants fans were calling for Rafael Devers' metaphorical head over the first couple months of the season -

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Braves should love loser energy coming from Mets players following Pete Alonso milestoneWhile the Atlanta Braves are closing in on another trip to the playoffs, it appears as though the Mets' downward spiral is reaching new lows.

Giants vs. Cardinals (09/16/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 6-5 win vs. St. Louis Cardinals 🎥

JR Ritchie is back and he is making the start against the CubsThe Braves look for win number 90 on the season behind the return of JR Ritchie

Carlos Correa Astros setback is more evidence Giants made the right decision (but they still can't celebrate)Carlos Correa is officially done for the season, but the SF Giants cannot celebrate because they gave a bad contract to Willy Adames instead.

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Bryce Eldridge this season: 443 PA | 12.9 BB% | .465 SLG | 131 wRC+ The only other players since 1983 to put up those numbers in their age-21 or younger season: 2013 Mike Trout 2013 Bryce Harper 2018-2019 Juan Soto

Braves biweekly: slouching towards the NL East titleThe Braves didn’t play all that well but probably sewed up the division anyway

2026 SF Giants avoid worst record in franchise history, but are still in bad companyThe SF Giants will not be tied for the worst record in franchise history, but this season will still be thought of as one of the worst.