Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates - June 29, 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.

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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.

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3 Pirates prospects forcing their way into trade deadline conversationFor most of Ben Cherington’s tenure, the Pittsburgh Pirates have treated their prospect capital like something to protect at virtually all costs. That approach

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 🎥

OF Loses Glove in Stands 😅

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Yankees fan was trying to figure out whose glove he'd found and had no idea it belonged to Pirates outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez 😂

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Yankees: Bubba Chandler vs. Will WarrenThe Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.

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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Jon Heyman is reaching embarrassing new lows to connect Paul Skenes to YankeesAt some point, the Paul Skenes-to-the-Yankees discourse has to become embarrassing even for the people manufacturing it. Jon Heyman might have finally reached

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VOTE: Should the Pirates trade Oneil Cruz?The Bucs are reportedly listening. Would you pull the trigger on a deal?

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.

Pirates Beat Yankees in Extras 😤

Pittsburgh spoils Gerrit Cole's 11 strikeout masterclass

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José Caballero gets instant karma after Pirates-Yankees controversy backfiresJosé Caballero spent Monday night getting under Dennis Santana’s skin. By Wednesday afternoon, the umpires were apparently done letting him test the limits, too

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.

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Yankees: Mitch Keller vs. Gerrit ColeThe Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.

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

Pirates News: Esmerlyn Valdez streak, Spencer Horwitz rehab assignment, former pitcher DFA’dEsmerlyn Valdez’s torrid start to his major-league career has somehow continued to fly somewhat under the radar during the Pittsburgh Pirates’ road trip through

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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Pirates reportedly listening to offers for Oneil CruzThe Bucs are reportedly thinking of dealing Cruz.

Skenes Downplays Yanks LinksNL Cy Young says reading into Livvy's attempt to buy Babe Ruth's old apartment is a 'stretch'

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

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

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The Pirates have a Dennis Santana problemSantana has been bad.

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.

Oneil Cruz trade chatter exposes national media's outdated Pirates viewThere are plenty of legitimate reasons to criticize the Pittsburgh Pirates for how they spend money. Their history has earned that scrutiny. Bob Nutting has ea

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

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

Penguins GM Kyle Dubas has an unexpected message for frustrated Pirates fansKyle Dubas probably wasn't trying to give Ben Cherington advice when he jumped into the replies of a tweet about the Pittsburgh Pirates over the weekend. But he

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

Pirates' aggressive trade deadline plan already has an infuriating contradictionThe Pittsburgh Pirates want to compete. It was clear by their offseason spending spree to fix 2025's league-worst offense, and that high level of investment wor

Pirates-Yankees Postponed

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Yankees are postponed tonight. Two games tomorrow, 1 pm and 7.

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.

Dennis Santana invokes MLB legend in odd response to Pirates-Yankees incidentDennis Santana apparently isn’t interested in apologizing for Monday night’s dust-up with José Caballero. And when asked whether he wanted an apology from the N

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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Pirates firmly in the mix in NL Wild Card raceThe battling Buccos are surging at the right time!

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.

Mets trade strategy could hand Pirates the bullpen boost they desperately needA going-out-of-business sale featuring multiple quality relievers.

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

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

Benches Clear in Pirates-Yankees 😳

Dennis Santana and José Caballero had to be separated in scuffle

Pirates vs. Yankees (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from New York Yankees' 8-5 win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 🎥

Padres vs. Braves (07/20/2026)

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

Pirates News: Khristian Curtis debut, 2026 draft signings, veteran re-signed to minor league dealThe Pittsburgh Pirates optioned right-hander Khristian Curtis back to Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday morning, one day after the 24-year-old delivered an impres

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Yankees: Braxton Ashcraft vs. Ryan WeathersThe Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.

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Livvy Dunne Rips Guardians 👀Clapped back at admin after Cleveland's Skenes jab

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

Paul Skenes gem couldn't hide a concerning Pirates pitching problemPaul Skenes gave the Pittsburgh Pirates exactly what they needed Sunday. He also provided a reminder of why they needed it so badly. In his first start after th

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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

Pirates Injury Update: Oneil Cruz IL move, Spencer Horwitz and Endy Rodríguez rehab newsThe Pittsburgh Pirates transferred Oneil Cruz to the 60-day injured list Saturday as he continues his recovery from a fractured hand suffered in June. The move

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Jared Jones has been dominant in his last three starts for PiratesThe Bucs need Jones to keep pitching well.

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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

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Pirates fans owe Billy Cook an apology after monster performance in ClevelandWhen the Pittsburgh Pirates announced their starting lineup for Sunday’s series finale against the Cleveland Guardians, the reaction from fans was almost immedi

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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Pirates Esmerlyn Valdez joins record books with latest homerThe young outfielder is producing at a high level.

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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MLB.com just made a baffling Pirates trade suggestion that misses the pointThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years building toward the moment when their prospects would finally become established major leaguers and the front office cou

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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.

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Konnor Griffin already can't wait to reunite with Pirates' first-round draft pickLooking at highlights of the Pirates’ first-round pick Derek Curiel in purple and gold certainly calls to mind Paul Skenes’ dominance at LSU, their shared alma

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 🎥

Pirates vs. Guardians (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Pittsburgh Pirates' 7-1 win vs. Cleveland Guardians 🎥

Baldwin Multi-HR Game 😤

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

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cleveland Guardians: Paul Skenes vs. Tanner BibeeThe Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.

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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?

Paul Skenes quietly made a crucial change before the All-Star breakPaul Skenes and Pirates fans are probably tired of the narrative surrounding his 2026 season. Everything from rumors about him pitching hurt to suggestions that

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.

MLBPA chief puts Pirates on the spot over Paul Skenes futureIt wouldn't be trade deadline season if Paul Skenes status as Pirates ace weren't in question. This isn't to suggest that Skenes has done anything wrong, but ra

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

Pirates vs. Guardians (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 5-3 win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 🎥

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

Guardians Lose Ball in Sky 🤣

Pirates take advantage of weather conditions with a run 🎥

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Livvy Gifts Young Fan Skenes Card ☺️Day was instantly made 🎥

Rangers vs. Braves (07/18/2026)

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

Pirates vs. Guardians, July 18: Updates, Start Time, Full DetailsThe Pittsburgh Pirates won the first half of their doubleheader against the Guardians. Unfortunately, the second half is officially in a rain delay.

Pirates catch a long overdue schedule break that MLB lockout could destroyThe Pittsburgh Pirates finally received the kind of scheduling break their fans have been waiting more than a decade to see, but Major League Baseball’s looming

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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.

Pirates vs. Guardians (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Pittsburgh Pirates' 7-1 win vs. Cleveland Guardians 🎥

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cleveland Guardians: Braxton Ashcraft vs. Joey CantilloThe Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.

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

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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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Pirates fans need to let go of the Mason Miller trade dreamThe Pittsburgh Pirates need bullpen help. That is no secret, as the Pirates ERA in that department is 4.49, good for 22nd in the majors at the All-Star Break. T

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

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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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Jacob Misiorowski's Pirates admission changes the NL Central conversationFor years, the Pittsburgh Pirates were the team their NL Central rivals could safely overlook. They might steal a series, produce an exciting young player or se

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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.