Braves Today

The dominant return of Ronald Acuña Jr. and the complete game of Spencer Schwellenbach were overshadowed somewhat by a player's critical comments of the Atlanta front office

The Atlanta Braves won their first game in the month last night. How they did it, as well as the fate of Alex Verdugo on the roster.

Despite being 10 games under .500, the Atlanta Braves are reportedly not planning on making a midseason coaching change by firing Brian Snitker.

We break down Thursday's nightmare loss before taking questions LIVE about potential roster moves, what Atlanta does at the trade deadline, and who appears in a Braves cap at the All Star Game!

The Atlanta Braves lost again on Tuesday, both because Spencer Strider's stuff still hasn't returned and because the offense didn't capitalize on their (relatively rare) scoring opportunities

We break down two big developments for Atlanta on Monday - Marcell Ozuna's been playing injured, while the Braves got rid of third base coach Matt Tuiasosopo

This weekend illustrated how Atlanta's pitchers deserve better than to be saddled with MLB's most disappointing offense

On this live mailbag: AJ Smith-Shawver's injury and what the Braves do now, Chris Sale's Hall of Fame chances, Brian Snitker's future, and a lot of your questions!

In light of last night's loss, is it time to officially write off not only winning the NL East, but even a Wild Card spot?

The Braves need a winning series in the worst way this week, but the Philadelphia Phillies won't make it easy on Atlanta.

Ronald Acuña Jr. returned with a bang this weekend, but it wasn't enough as the Braves dropped two out of three to the Padres

Ronald Acuña Jr. returns to the Atlanta Braves lineup tonight against the San Diego Padres, with Orlando Arcia being designated for assignment as the corresponding move.

Host Lindsay Crosby discusses Spencer Strider's declining fastball velocity and its impact on his effectiveness, as well as the need for strategic sequencing of pitches while his velo recovers.

Spencer Strider struggles on Tuesday in Washington, while Alex Anthopoulos throws a bucket of cold water on the potential return of Ronald Acuña Jr. this weekend

Spencer Strider makes his return to the mound today. What are reasonable expectations for tonight's start against Washington?

The Atlanta Braves won a series against the Boston Red Sox in impressive fashion over the weekend, but losing the sweep is frustrating.

After Thursday's win, the Braves announced that Spencer Strider would start next week and then optioned Bryce Elder down to Gwinnett. Let's break down both decisions.

It's a great day across Braves Country because Atlanta's both a .500 club as of this morning and Ronald Acuña Jr's on his way to Triple-A after hitting a homer last night in his third at-bat at the Complex Level.

The Atlanta Braves moved both Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr. one step closer to returning to the lineup.

The Atlanta Braves offense struggled heavily over the weekend in a series loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Drake Baldwin's been so impressive despite limited playing time that the Atlanta Braves need to be more proactive about finding ways to get him in the lineup

Overshadowing Atlanta's rough offensive performance last night was a surprising decision to have Eddie Rosario pinch-hit for Eli White in the 9th inning.

Chris Sale has returned to Cy Young form, using both the slider and fastball to dominate last night. Plus, the outsized roles that Stuart Fairchild, Matt Tuiasosopo, and Drake Baldwin had in last night's win

AJ Smith-Shawver took a no-hitter through seven innings last night - is this finally the breakthrough needed to keep him in the bigs for good?

Michael Harris II is off to a career-worst start to his season. Here's why he's struggling in 2025.

Eli White's production has been a revelation...and it's sustainable. That, Atlanta's recent roster moves, what they might be gearing up for, and a preview of the Dodgers series this weekend.

The Atlanta Braves blew an opportunity to get back to .500 with yesterday's lineup change of Eddie Rosario playing for Alex Verdugo

The Atlanta Braves added yet another 2021 contributor to their 2025 roster in Eddie Rosario, but why? Also, details on the Bryce Elder sinker adjustment that's unlocked two consecutive quality starts.

The Atlanta Braves claimed Ian Anderson off of waivers from the Angels over the weekend. How do they fit him on the roster today?

The Atlanta Braves are facing a surprisingly tough test against the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend. Here's the pitching matchups and how they can take advantage of this Arizona rotation

The Atlanta Braves took down the St. Louis Cardinals to finish 5-1 on the homestand. How'd they take down the Cardinals and are they back?

With Spencer Strider on the injured list, what do the Braves do in the rotation today and for the next few weeks?

The Braves swept the Minnesota Twins over the weekend, but the response to Jarred Kelenic's baserunning mistake from Brian Snitker and Ronald Acuña Jr. is dominating the conversation.

The Atlanta Braves called up Alex Verdugo yesterday and he'll be in today's lineup. Can he fix their offensive woes?

The Braves were EMBARRASSED by Blue Jays pitching in Spencer Strider's return. What are they going to do about it?

Coming off of a tough loss to Toronto last night, the Atlanta Braves get Spencer Strider back for today's series finale. Could Ronald Acuña Jr. be soon after?

The Atlanta Braves have lost Marcell Ozuna for at least the rest of the Toronto series with a hip injury. Here's what we know so far and how the Braves might replace him.

The Atlanta Braves optioned youngster AJ Smith-Shawver to Gwinnett after Saturday's start, but it should have been Bryce Elder.

The Atlanta Braves persevered through a nearly three-hour rain delay to walk off the Philadelphia Phillies and win their first series of the year. But that game should have been over hours prior.

Here's what Brian Snitker and Austin Riley said about Atlanta's 4-3 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night

The Atlanta Braves took down the Philadelphia Phillies last night thanks to the returning Sean Murphy, who used his new 'rec specs' to go 2-4 with a homer and four RBI.

The underperforming Braves offense doesn't get a break this week with the Philadelphia Phillies coming to town. Here's what to expect from their three starters and how to succeed offensively.

On a special bonus episode of Braves Today, Lindsay breaks down where the Atlanta Braves make their money and what they've spent it on...like an office park across the highway from The Battery Atlanta.

Rookie Drake Baldwin is such a special hitter that the Braves were willing to sacrifice depth just to keep him on the major league roster

The Atlanta Braves have some atrocious offensive stats to start the year. Here's what is, and isn't, working so far.

Just when the Braves thought they would finally get in the win column, the Los Angeles Dodgers punched back. Where do the Braves go from here?

The Atlanta Braves extended their season-opening losing streak to six games last night AND found out that Reynaldo López needs arthroscopic shoulder surgery. What do they do now?

The Atlanta Braves had a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad Monday. Here's what they'll do to replace Jurickson Profar, Réynaldo Lopez, and Héctor Neris.

Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar is being suspended 80 games for violating the league's PED policy. Here's what we know so far, including how they replace him in the lineup.

The Braves got swept by the Padres over the weekend, starting their season 0-4. Here's what you should, and should not, worry about from the weekend.

Here's what Chris Sale and Brian Snitker said about last night's bullpen collapse

RECAP: The Braves dropped game one of the season to the Padres, 7-4. Here's the good, the bad, and the ugly from Atlanta's loss.

The Braves start this season the same place the last one ended - San Diego. Here's how to take down the Padres and starter Michael King this afternoon.

Here's what might go right, or wrong, for the Atlanta Braves in 2025.

If you've not been super engaged all winter, this is the episode for you! We go through all the major storylines from the offseason for the Atlanta Braves to get you prepared for this week's Opening Day

Atlanta's likely Opening Day lineup looked to be in regular season form in a destruction of the Cubs yesterday. But can we make it better?

The Atlanta Braves made two notable transactions over the weekend, trading away Ian Anderson while bringing back Jesse Chavez. Here's what you need to know about each move.

Does Alex Verdugo have anything left in the tank, why the Braves are taking a different approach to depth, and where they still need more

We're logging our final predictions as to who will likely be on the Atlanta Braves Opening Day roster, based on recent roster moves.

The Braves sign Craig Kimbrel - can he be a valuable piece or is he cooked? Also, which hitters have thrived and struggled in spring for Atlanta.

Spencer Strider DOMINATED the Red Sox yesterday, while Drake Baldwin is all but guaranteed a roster spot and the Braves trade of Angel Perdomo to the Angels might end up moving a starter to the bullpen.

The Atlanta Braves are getting Spencer Strider back on the mound for a spring training start today, giving an idea of when he might rejoin the rotation. Will AJ Smith-Shawver be joining him?

Rule 5 pick Anderson Pilar got whacked by the Phillies yesterday, likely sealing his roster fate. Also, Orlando Arcia's defensive value is commonly misunderstood and the Braves send two more down to minor league camp.

In today's notebook, we look at if Nick Allen should be a legitimate contender for the starting shortstop job, give an exciting injury update on Ronald Acuña Jr, and discuss Ian Anderson likely having already won the 5th starter's job.

Atlanta's Opening Day roster predictions are starting to come out and there's one common thread: A LOT of NRIs are expected to make the roster.

Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar avoids serious injury, while the Atlanta Braves are still trying to figure out the 5th starter's battle and their rivals are dealing with injuries of their own.

Jurickson Profar left Saturday's game with an injured wrist. Here's what we know as of right now.

The Braves are rumored to be looking at veteran free agent catchers, but signing someone for three weeks doesn't make a lot of sense

There are a few Atlanta Braves players in camp who, despite some more years of team control, are really on their final chance to seize a regular role with the club.

There's a way the Braves can both promote catcher Drake Baldwin for Opening Day AND keep one of the veteran catchers in the organization.

Sean Murphy's going to miss Opening Day with his broken rib suffered last Friday. Tyler Redmond joins from North Port to discuss the injury and where Atlanta goes from here

Grant Holmes has added a new pitch, while the Braves continue trimming the roster early in camp.

The Braves have been the most aggressive team in baseball at sending guys down to minor league camp. Here's who is left and which position battle they fit into, as well as how the Braves could "hack" the system.

Could AJ Smith-Shawver be 2025's breakout player? He looked the part on Wednesday in his first Grapefruit League start.

Reynaldo López significantly overperformed his inputs last season, and he's made some arsenal changes this spring to make sure his ERA doesn't get worse in year two.

The Braves played actual baseball this weekend. The scores don't matter, but what can we learn from the starts of Chris Sale and Ian Anderson?

Spring Training is typically MLB Extension Season. Should the Braves be trying to extend Raisel Iglesias or Marcell Ozuna right now?

As televised spring training games get started today, Lindsay breaks down the six things that actually matter from Spring Training games and what you can safely ignore.

Emptying the notebook, we discuss new pitches being added by prospects Hurston Waldrep and AJ Smith-Shawver, Chris Sale being on track for an Opening Day start, and some of the dumb trade suggestions that have come up recently.

The Atlanta Braves added reliever Buck Farmer on a minor league deal earlier this week and it could end up being the biggest offseason add to the bullpen

Alex Anthopoulos addressed the media on Friday from Braves spring training in North Port. What did we learn about the payroll that was supposed to go up, when Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider will return, and the battles for bullpen and bench spots?

The AJC's Braves beat writer, Justin Toscano, joins from North Port to discuss the first two days of Braves camp - how the players are reacting to losing several veterans over the offseason, the plan for the rotation, and where to bat Jurickson Profar in Atlanta's lineup

The Atlanta Braves could have up to three spots open in the end of their bullpen, depending on if they carry a 6th starter on the active roster or not. We break down all the options, including Tuesday's signings of Jake Diekman and Dylan Covey.

The Atlanta Braves bring back one of MLB's best closers from last season in Raisel Iglesias. But with A.J. Minter departing in free agency and Joe Jiménez on the IL for most of the year, who gets the ball in the 8th inning?

After yesterday's preview of the top of the rotation, we look at the remaining starting options to figure out who can give Atlanta the best combination of innings and effectiveness in 2025.

The top of Atlanta's rotation could be one of the best in baseball in 2025, despite the concerns about Chris Sale getting injured and Reynaldo López potentially regressing after his drastic overperformance of his expected stats last season.

Emptying out the notebook, Lindsay discusses Pete Alonso returning to the Mets, timing and targets for a relief addition via free agency, and Braves prospect rankings

The Atlanta Braves are banking on Sean Murphy catching a majority of this year's games. How is he expected to produce and who will be his backup, one of the veterans (Curt Casali, Chadwick Tromp) or top prospect Drake Baldwin?

Ozzie Albies is widely expected to be joined in the middle infield by Orlando Arcia once again. What are proper expectations for the two, both at the plate and on defense?

With the questions around Ronald Acuña Jr and his surgically repaired knee, the Atlanta Braves need the trio of Austin Riley, Matt Olson, and Austin Riley to hit more than their fair share of longballs.

NEW POD: Ronald Acuña Jr. is expected to return to the Braves lineup by early May. How effective will he be when he gets there and what production should we expect from the rest of the outfield?

On today's mailbag episode, we discuss if Atlanta's done adding this offseason, Dylan Cease's postseason struggles, potential concerns about Sean Murphy, bringing back former Braves, prospect Lucas Braun, and possible upcoming extensions!

Emptying the notebook, we discuss if 2025 is Jarred Kelenic's last chance to prove he's an everyday player, Atlanta's list of non-roster invitees, and the newly released Baseball America Top 30 list.

At this point in the offseason, the only way for the Atlanta Braves to add a postseason-caliber starter is via trade. If they call the San Diego Padres, should they be asking for Dylan Cease or Michael King?

The Atlanta Braves could be looking at resetting the CBT this offseason for another, non-tax reason: Lowering the penalties for signing a Qualifying Offer free agent next winter.

The Atlanta Braves reportedly have around $20M left in payroll to spend...but who, and what positions, are worth spending for at this point in the offseason?

Here's what Alex Anthopoulos had to say about adding Jurickson Profar, his defensive role, and how the offense can transform with him in the lineup.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly trying to trade from their 40-man roster to clear a roster spot. Could the Atlanta Braves go snag some talent for cheap?

Covering recent news and notes, Lindsay discusses Andruw Jones not getting in the Hall of Fame for the 8th consecutive year, the comeback attempts of Tyler Matzek and Jesse Chavez, and why he thinks prospects Herick Hernandez and Blake Burkhalter can rapidly rise through the system in 2025.